TARA CHARYK
Browns Mills,NJ
Summary
Property Claims Adjuster with over three years experience in residential and commercial property damage assessment. Extensive background in Water Mitigation, Mold Remediation, Contents and Restoration. Strong work ethic and focus to the smallest details. Eager to advance my career and the knowledge I already have. Searching for a position that will challenge me, and where I can utilize my background in Claims Handling and Xactimate.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimate Reviewer II
Crawford & Co. Contractor Connection
Jacksonville, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Review contractor estimates to ensure they are in line with Carrier specific guidelines
- Recommend necessary revisions, and see they are corrected in a timely manner
- Work closely with management team to provide updates on progress of reviews being conducted.
- Maintain communication with contractors, and carriers, throughout the review process ensuring they were updated regularly about progress being made.
- Documented all reviews including notes, observations, analyses, recommendations.
- Provide training and guidance to junior reviewers regarding best practices when conducting reviews.
Inside Property Adjuster
Allstate Corp
Baltimore, MD
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Handled claims from First Notice of Loss, assess policy coverage and exclusions during initial contact.
- Conducted virtual inspections, coordinate contracted vendors, field adjusters and engineers for damage evaluations and scope determination.
- Prepared Xactimate est9mates based on virtual inspection, photos and videos of damages.
- Reviewed, reconciled, and negotiated contractor estimates and supplements to ensure they align with scope damages.
- Inspected and priced damaged personal property for cleaning or replacement.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt, accurate, and empathetic responses to inquiries throughout the adjustment process.
- Minimized financial exposure by identifying potential fraud indicators during claim investigations and promptly reporting findings to superiors.
- Contacted the Insured to discuss final estimate, replacement cost, depreciation, and address any questions they may have.
Project Manager/Lead Estimator
SERVPRO
Bordentown, NJ
11.2014 - 03.2021
- Assessed homes and businesses at the time of loss for mitigation and restoration services
- Created detailed Xactimate estimates, including Water and Fire Mitigation, Mold Remediation and Fire and Smoke Cleaning and Contents Inventory
- Completed estimates according to Carrier guidelines and time requirements
- Outlined work plans, assessed resources and determined timelines for projects
- Maintained constant contact with the Insured and the Carriers throughout the process
- Managed and maintained all file claim documentation.
Co - Owner
HOLLYWOOD TANS
Barnegat, NJ
03.2007 - 12.2015
- Responsible for interviewing and hiring and training new employees
- Scheduling of all staff
- Inventory and purchasing of all products
- All aspects of customer relations and complaints
- Prepared weekly payroll
Water Mitigation Associate
PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION
Hainesport, NJ
10.2010 - 10.2014
- Inspected and assessed All water losses
- Completed detailed mitigation and contents cleaning and inventory estimates
- Prepared and maintained all drying documentation for losses, including MICA and Moisture Mapper
- Communicated with carriers regarding mitigation and approvals
- Maintained in constant contact with the Insured and Insurance companies throughout the mitigation process
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Rowan College At Burlington County
Pemberton, NJ06.1998
Skills
- Xactimate/Symbility proficient
- IICRC Certified
- Condo and Commercial Claim handling
- Unsurpassed work ethic
- Detail-oriented
- Superb time management skills
- Policy Interpretation
- Property Damage Assessment
Certifications & Licenses
IICRC WRT Certification No. 165721
Xactimate Level 1 Certification
Florida All-Lines Adjuster License No. W742586
Texas All-Lines Adjuster License No. 2675341
New Hampshire P&C License No. 19899467
Connecticut Casualty License No. 19899467
New Mexico P&C License No. 19899467
North Carolina Casualty/Property License No. 19899467
Oklahoma Casualty/Property License No. 3001324361
Vermont P&C License No. 3674405
Timeline
Estimate Reviewer II
Crawford & Co. Contractor Connection
03.2024 - Current
Inside Property Adjuster
Allstate Corp
03.2021 - 02.2024
Project Manager/Lead Estimator
SERVPRO
11.2014 - 03.2021
Water Mitigation Associate
PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION
10.2010 - 10.2014
Co - Owner
HOLLYWOOD TANS
03.2007 - 12.2015
Associate of Applied Science -
Rowan College At Burlington County