USAA's Auto Physical Damage dedicated catastrophe team is seeking an experienced Field Auto Appraiser. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid overtime and potential CAT pay availability. A fleet vehicle is assigned for field responses with normal business travel, including virtual and physical deployments.
This is a field-based role for applicant to reside in the San Antonio/Austin, TX markets for the dedicated catastrophe team. Candidates who are willing and able to work remotely and deploy countywide as needed from this area are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Within defined guidelines and framework you will be responsible for the investigation, negotiation, evaluation and appraisal of vehicle damage claims for both repairable and total loss vehicles to ensure estimate accuracy in compliance with state laws and regulations. You will be accountable for delivering exceptional member service through setting appropriate expectations, proactive communications, advice, and empathy.
What you'll do:
With the use of digital tools, evaluates and appraises highly complex auto physical damage claims in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, corporate guidelines and state laws and regulations.
Investigates claim damages including communicating with the insured, internal claims adjusters, and third parties/vendors. May require face-to-face interactions with members and third parties.
Reviews facts of loss and vehicle damage to determine if subrogation opportunities exist and ensures all supporting physical damage documentation is in the claim.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of P&C insurance industry products, services, contracts, and internal processes/systems/procedures to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policy provisions.
Reviews claims/suppliers for fraud indicators and refers to Special Investigations Unit for handling, if applicable.
Maintains accurate and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process for complex claims.
Maintains high standards of productivity through effective desk management, timely follow ups, and accurate mapping of repair plan and timeline for repair in support of fast and accurate claims adjudication.
Responsible for reviewing additional damages received from repair facilities to either complete a supplement or triage to field provider method of inspection.
May serve as a subject matter expert representative for disputed claims or trials. Serves as a resource to team members on escalated issues of a routine nature.
Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate highest complexity claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.
Proactively provides policyholders with information regarding their coverage, repair estimate or total loss valuation, and claims/repair process while setting appropriate expectations.
Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed, including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening, weekend, and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.
May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.
Works various types of claims, including ones of higher complexity, and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.
Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
2 years of auto appraising experience.
Proficient knowledge of P&C insurance policy contracts and coverages, auto parts distribution process and claim appraisal process and procedures.
Advanced working knowledge of estimating losses using CCC or similar estimating platforms.
Demonstrated written and verbal skills to communicate with members, claimants, repair facilities, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.
What sets you apart:
Auto appraisal experience with all-weather perils
Prior virtual and CAT deployment experience
Geographically located to deploy quickly to catastrophe prone areas
Proven ability to multi-task and triage claims in a high-volume environment
Experience with STARS or other automotive Direct Repair Programs (DRP)
ICAR Platinum certified
Active insurance adjuster license
Physical Demand Requirements:
May require the ability to operate a company vehicle within assigned territory.
May require the ability to reach, handle, squat, bend, climb, and kneel as needed to complete inspections of damaged vehicles.
May require the ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions; May be exposed to working in body shop and/or salvage yard environments up to 25% of the time.
May be required to meet all USAA safe driving requirements including verification of driving record through MVR & possession of valid driver's license.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
What we offer:
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. The salary range for this position is: $63,590 - $121,530.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
USAA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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