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<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>About GAINSCO</strong></span></p> <p>Founded in 1978, GAINSCO offers property and casualty insurance with an emphasis on non-standard personal auto policies. It serves drivers nationwide by providing minimum-limits personal auto coverage, making insurance more accessible to a broader market. In 2020, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company acquired GAINSCO, Inc. and its subsidiaries, making a significant milestone that strengthened GAINSCO’s ability to grow and expand its reach in the personal auto industry market while continuing to build on its decades of specialized expertise.</p> <p>Join a team that is dedicated to supporting your professional growth and long-term success.</p> <p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Who We Are</strong></span></p> <p>At GAINSCO, we are a team driven by passion, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. We celebrate achievements, encourage innovative thinking, and recognize the unique strengths each person brings. Our people truly set us apart.</p> <p>If you’re seeking a company where your contributions are valued, your efforts have a visible impact, and your dedication is recognized, take the next step in your career with us.</p> <p>We are seeking a Material Damage Desk Appraiser II to complete auto physical damage appraisals virtually (photo-based) in an accurate, efficient, and compliant manner, while delivering prompt, professional customer service.</p> <p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>What does a MATERIAL DAMAGE APPRAISER DESK REVIEWER do at GAINSCO?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Virtually inspect and appraise damaged vehicles using photos, company guidelines, and proper repair methods.</li> <li>Use estimating software to evaluate, document, and estimate accident-related vehicle damages.</li> <li>Negotiate repair estimates with the customer’s shop of choice to reach agreement on repair costs.</li> <li>Authorize and manage rental car extensions when needed based on repair conditions.</li> <li>Determine repairability vs. total loss; complete total loss evaluations and determine salvage value.</li> <li>Manage the repair process to support timely vehicle repairs and issue payments for covered damages when appropriate.</li> <li>Maintain accurate claim file notes and communicate effectively with unit teammates and Claims partners.</li> <li>Contact customers and respond to questions in a timely manner</li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>What is required?</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or Equivalent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Licenses/Certifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>To perform the essential functions of this job an Adjuster License upon hire may be required to comply with state and GAINSCO requirements.</li> <ul> <li>Upon hire, additional license(s) may be required.  If that is the case, license(s) must be obtained.</li> <li>All licenses must be maintained in accordance with state requirements.</li> </ul> <li>ASE / ICAR Certification is a plus.</li> <li>Pass required Material Damage training, reviews, and calibration exercises.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 5 years of experience writing auto damage appraisals is required.</li> <li>Insurance carrier appraisal experience is required.</li> <li>Appraisal estimating software experience is required.</li> <li>Experienced user of software estimating systems</li> <li>High proficiency with CCC ONE estimating software is a plus.</li> </ul> <p>Other Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to become ICAR/ASE certified.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate a high level of auto appraisal technical skills.</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to prioritize, manage time, and work efficiently.   </li> <li>Ability to gather and analyze information to evaluate results and choose the best solution to the problem.</li> <li>Must follow established steps and procedures while exercising proper judgment within established protocols.</li> <li>Ability to travel 5% or less; voluntary travel.</li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>What else do you need to know?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Remote.</li> <li>Valid driver’s license.</li> <li>Company laptop, monitors, printer, and phone provided.</li> <li>Excellent benefits package: medical & dental, vision insurance, life insurance, short term, and long-term disability insurance.</li> <li>Parental Leave Policy.</li> <li>401K + Company Match.</li> <li>PTO + Paid Company determined Holidays.</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>**Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity**</em></strong></p> <p><em>All offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation (including employment, education, criminal and DMV verification- when applicable) and a pre-employment drug test with results satisfactory to GAINSCO.</em></p> <p><em>GAINSCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</em></p>

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