<p>WHO WE ARE IMT is proud of our heritage and will never forget where our roots are firmly planted Locally run from its office in West Des Moines Iowa IMT has been a Midwest company since it was founded in Wadena Iowa in 1884 Thats 140 years Today IMT continues to offer a strong line of personal and commercial insurance products for which it has always been known along with exceptional service for a competitive price Our products are offered through Independent Agents throughout a six state territory Iowa Illinois Minnesota Nebraska South Dakota and Wisconsin FIELD AUTO CLAIM APPRAISER IMT Insurance is seeking a Field Auto Claim Appraiser to assess damages related to auto losses and attempt to effect settlement with insureds and claimants in our Sioux City Iowa territory Apply online today A DAY IN THE LIFE Deliver quality customer service throughout the life cycle of the claim with effective communication to all applicable parties Corresponding with insureds and claimants to gather important information to support claim decisionsComplete thorough and adequate vehicle scope utilizing technical expertise and company resourcesPrepare quality itemized appraisals andor total loss evaluations using claims best practices and vehicle software systems to repair damaged vehicles to their pre damaged conditionNegotiates with collision centers Independent Adjusters claimants and policyholders regarding auto physical damage repairs andor total loss evaluation and settlementsNegotiate settle authorize andor issue payments for auto physical damage based on coverage verifiable damage and appraisalPartners with the assigned Claim Professional throughout the life of the claim to assist with the investigation and documentation of the claim filePartners with the assigned Claim Professional who will be completing the liability portion of the claim to ensure appropriate coverage and liability prior to negotiations and settlementCommunicate with Casualty Adjusters to determine liability and settlement of 3rd party claimsHas knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within the claims fieldPrimary job functions require exercising some independent judgment and management of claim fileMentor and assist other team membersDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to read problem solve and pay close attention to detailsAbility to listen and communicate to the customer both orally and in writing in a professional mannerKnowledge and experience with automobile parts and repair techniques terminology and vehicle construction is preferredAbility to operate standard office computer systemMeets physical requirements to properly ascertain claim damages Includes lifting bending and viewing damage in fieldMaintain technical expertise and knowledge of current trends and techniques in the marketMust maintain valid drivers license due to required fieldworkMust develop and maintain strong negotiation skillsMust be a self starter with the ability to organize and complete essential job functions on a daily basisWeekly travel within assigned territory can be extended during storm eventsMust possess the ability to work well with othersCollege education preferred or equivalent and 0 3 years of auto claims auto body appraisal or insurance experience or related claims knowledgeAppraisers with advanced experience will be considered at the Sr Level Territory includes Woodbury Ida Plymouth Cherokee Buena Vista and Pocahontas counties BENEFITS & PERKS IMT Insurance is committed to our employees and their families When you work for IMT you earn far more than just a paycheck The IMT office was new in 2018 and offers a fitness room game room and a variety of collaboration areas This position includes learning and development opportunities and more Below is a list of what IMT offers our employees Medical dental and vision insurance AD&D insurance 401K retirement savings accounts spending accounts long and short term disability PTO profit share employee assistant program and additional voluntary benefitsThe salary range for this position is 5300000 8500000 Starting salary and level of position will depend on level of experience This position is not eligible for tips or commission but may be eligible for additional bonuses WHAT DEFINES US Our vision is to provide peace of mind in the moments that matter We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity andor expression status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class Our agents and customers come from all walks of life and so do we Our goal is to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our team stronger If you share our values and our passion for creating a Worry Free life for others we want to talk to you</p>