PAUL THOMAS FISCHER
Tallmadge,OH
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in property claims assessment and settlement determination. Proven ability to leverage negotiation skills for effective and equitable dispute resolution, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with industry standards. Consistent track record of maintaining meticulous documentation and adhering to regulations, contributing to streamlined processes and enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Adjuster
Erie Insurance Group
07.2024 - Current
- Reviewed policy contracts and evaluated claims to ensure accurate determination of coverage based on specific causes and loss details.
- Identified and documented property damages through thorough inspections. Compiled detailed estimates for personal property and structural damage using advanced estimating software.
- Facilitated comprehensive field investigations by managing interactions between engineers, contractors, and cause and origin experts.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while managing sensitive situations related to property loss or damage from natural disasters or accidents.
Substitute Teacher
Stokes County Schools
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Led group activities and lesson plans while providing support to students with diverse learning needs.
Athletic Training Room Assistant
The College of Wooster
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Aided with the recovery process for injured athletes through exercises and rehab equipment operation.
- Maintained player, incident, and treatment records.
Senior Independent Study
The College of Wooster
08.2023 - 04.2024
- A self-designed project resulting in a 50+ page thesis, a software product, and a successful oral defense.
- Developed a Convolutional Neural Network using Google Colab (Python) that can identify vehicles body styles (Sedan, SUV, and Truck) based on images of their exterior.
- Created an extensive vehicle image dataset for model training and testing.
APPLIED METHODS AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE (AMRE)
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
05.2023 - 07.2023
- The College of Wooster students are competitively selected to work on a specific project from the hiring client for an 8-week paid summer internship.
- Developed a data visualization dashboard using Tableau that showcased KPI's crucial to the success of the company's testing facility.
- Created a dashboard handbook to go alongside the software that outlined its uses and capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Statistical And Data Sciences | Minor: Sociology
The College of Wooster
Wooster, OH05-2024
Skills
- Multitasking
- Claims investigation
- Estimating repair costs
- Data visualization and presentations
- Computer skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Customer service
- Analytical problem solving
Other Accomplishments
- Four-year member of the Wooster Football Team (Academic All-District, NFF Honor Society Member). Volunteer Football Coach. Volunteer at Wayne County Dog Shelter. Vice President of Men Working for Change. Associate in General Insurance (AINS), The Institutes Knowledge Group
Timeline
Property Adjuster
Erie Insurance Group
07.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Stokes County Schools
12.2023 - 06.2024
Senior Independent Study
The College of Wooster
08.2023 - 04.2024
APPLIED METHODS AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE (AMRE)
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
05.2023 - 07.2023
Athletic Training Room Assistant
The College of Wooster
10.2020 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Statistical And Data Sciences | Minor: Sociology
The College of Wooster