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TARIKKA MCLEROY

Dallas,TX

Summary

Dynamic, detail-oriented, and performance-focused Insurance Claims Adjuster, with broad-based experience in property claims both commercial and residential for wind, hail, fire, water damage, and vandalism perils. A hands-on leader with well-defined communication, analytical, multitasking, and documentation abilities; Solid technical aptitude, effective in educating, instructing, and training both staff and customers.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Insurance Agent

TranzAct
08.2024 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Educated clients on the importance of adequate insurance coverage, fostering trust and loyalty among the existing client base.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets regarding Medicare advantage and Life Insurance coverage.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.

Claims Specialist

State Farm
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Handle property claims through the claims lifecycle
  • Create and provide necessary claim documentation
  • Note and follow up on discrepancies in files
  • Exercise objective judgment and critical decision making to resolve issues
  • Determine coverage based on policy and carrier guidelines
  • Coordinate loss investigations on all assigned claims
  • Always follow contact, property, and insurance laws

Loss Mitigation Representative

Cars & Credit Master
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Respond to routine inquiries from clients, attorneys, vendors, and internal departments regarding files assigned
  • Receives and responds to inbound and outbound calls regarding accounts in the repossession process
  • Maintain strict confidentiality when working with customer's accounts
  • Deliver accurate and timely information to callers in a courteous and professional manner, striving for first-call resolution whenever feasible and in compliance with all applicable regulations

Rural Carrier Associate

United States Postal Service
11.2016 - 10.2022
  • Ensure the safe and efficient delivery of mail to customers in your assigned area, including residential and commercial routes
  • Deliver mail to customers using a variety of methods (e.g., hand, bicycle, motorcycle) as required by customer needs
  • Assist with the processing of incoming mail for delivery to customers
  • Make deliveries to customers on time
  • Process outgoing mail at the post office or other designated location
  • Scan and process mail items using an electronic device such as a scanner, computer, or tablet
  • Sort mail into appropriate bins based on type and destination
  • Receive and distribute mail from carriers and other postal employees

Senior Clerical Specialist

Florida Department of Health Bureau of Human Resources
11.2013 - 11.2016
  • Oversee, with relative independence, a significant share of clerical procedures and office activities, requiring some decisionmaking in accordance with departmental policies and regulations
  • Provide assistance, information, and direction to visitors, including taxpayers, public officials, and visiting dignitaries from other communities
  • Explain departmental policies, procedures, and regulations to other employees and the general public

Education

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Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL

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East Gadsden High School

Skills

  • Proficient in Xactimate & MS Office Applications
  • Knowledge of various types of property claims
  • Ability to evaluate property losses and business interruption losses
  • Outstanding ability to prepare damage estimates
  • Capable of making complex judgments
  • Excellent decision-making and negotiation skills
  • Project Management & Customer Service skills

Certification

  • TX All-Lines Adjuster License
  • FL Non-Resident Adjuster All-Lines License
  • GA Non-Resident Adjuster- Casualty/Property
  • LA Claims Adjuster- Property/Casualty
  • State Farm Policy Certification
  • State Farm Estimates Certification
  • State Farm Fire/Property
  • California Earthquake Accreditation

Timeline

Insurance Agent

TranzAct
08.2024 - Current

Claims Specialist

State Farm
06.2023 - 06.2024

Loss Mitigation Representative

Cars & Credit Master
10.2022 - 06.2023

Rural Carrier Associate

United States Postal Service
11.2016 - 10.2022

Senior Clerical Specialist

Florida Department of Health Bureau of Human Resources
11.2013 - 11.2016

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Tallahassee Community College

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East Gadsden High School
  • TX All-Lines Adjuster License
  • FL Non-Resident Adjuster All-Lines License
  • GA Non-Resident Adjuster- Casualty/Property
  • LA Claims Adjuster- Property/Casualty
  • State Farm Policy Certification
  • State Farm Estimates Certification
  • State Farm Fire/Property
  • California Earthquake Accreditation
TARIKKA MCLEROY