Field Appraiser-NE

General information

Career area Insurance Work Location(s) IA, NE Remote? Yes Ref # 19798 Posted Date 05-21-25 Working time Full time

Ally and Your Career

Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We live this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?
Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity

Appraise and/or adjust physical damage and mechanical claims within an assigned territory and key point or other assigned location for the various Ally Insurance / Dealer Service product lines.

Candidate must reside in the Omaha NE and or Des Moines IA area and be able to travel locally to support the territory. This position also requires flexibility in work schedule, including participating catastrophe losses with extended overnight and weekend travel.

The Work Itself

• Prepare estimates and reach agreed prices for repairs on insured and claimant vehicles.
• Handle catastrophe losses as directed by claim management.
• Initiate the total loss handling process for conclusion by the Claim Offices.
• Handle Additional Repair Orders (AROs) and special assignments for the Claim Offices.
• Assist in other geographic locations at the direction of claim management.
• Participate in training, educational activities, regulatory compliance awareness and maintain appropriate licensing and continuing education requirements.
• May handle special assignments and subrogation investigation as assigned by the Claim Office.

The Skills You Bring

• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in business related discipline preferred.
• Education may be used as a proxy for experience.
• Perform technical tasks required to support ongoing business operations.
• Skilled technician in a hands-on environment, often highly specialized, preferred. 
• Typically requires advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs.
• High level of automotive knowledge, mechanical and/or physical damage. 
• Customer service experience preferred. 
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