Tallahassee, Florida, USA
1 day ago
Insurance Adjuster – Damage Assessor (Florida)

Description

Join the ICF team and make a difference! Our growing Disaster Management Division makes BIG things happen every day. ICF’s Disaster Management Division works with government agencies and communities to design and implement policies and programs to promote increased resilience to disasters and to support long-term housing, economic impacts, and infrastructure recovery after disaster strikes.

ICF is seeking Licensed Insurance Adjusters to assist the State of Florida with managing federal disaster recovery grant programs and carrying out strategic, high-impact activities to rebuild housing, strengthen communities, and mitigate future disaster risks.

This is a full-time position with deployment-based fieldwork and remote work flexibility. Candidates must be willing to travel to disaster-impacted areas and conduct on-site inspections.

You will be responsible for providing field-based damage assessments, scopes of work, and estimated cost of repair documents.


Key Responsibilities:
•    Conduct on-site property inspections to assess disaster-related damage and develop detailed scopes of work.
•    Utilize Xactimate or similar software to create accurate cost estimates for repairs, rehabilitation, or reconstruction.
•    Collaborate with homeowners, contractors, and program staff to ensure scopes align with program guidelines and local building codes.
•    Conduct pre-bid walkthroughs, pre-construction meetings, and milestone inspections to verify progress and quality.
•    Analyze damage reports, prior repairs, and insurance documentation to determine eligibility and cost reasonableness.
•    Incorporate environmental and regulatory requirements (e.g., lead-based paint, asbestos, mold, Section 106) into assessments.
•    Provide claims analysis and support applicants through the documentation and eligibility process.
•    Maintain detailed records and documentation in compliance with federal and programmatic standards.
•    Serve as a field liaison during active construction phases, ensuring compliance and resolving issues as needed.
•    Other tasks, as assigned.


Basic Qualifications:
•    Active insurance adjuster license (multi-state preferred).
•    3+ years of experience in property damage adjusting, claims analysis, or construction damage assessments.
•    Proficiency with Xactimate for scope development and cost estimating.
•    Strong knowledge of residential construction, building codes (IRC/IBC/Florida Building Code)


Preferred Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
•    Experience with CDBG-DR/CDBG-MIT housing programs.
•    Certified National Flood Insurance Adjuster.
•    Experience with flood/fire loss, mediation, or arbitration.
•    Familiarity with FEMA Recovery regulations and rebuilding processes.
•    HQS/NSPIRE Inspector certification (preferred but not required).


Professional Skills:
•    Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and mobile data collection tools.
•    Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines with empathy and professionalism.
•    Self-motivated and capable of working independently or in a team environment.
 

“This job is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity. We encourage applications from individuals that are low income and/or living in Public Housing.”

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  


 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$66,701.00 - $113,391.00

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