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Express Adjuster

Kemper · Downers Grove, IL · $18.56–$31.46 an hour · Full time

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you handled a high volume of work in a fast-paced setting.

What they are checking: Whether they can keep up a steady pace with accuracy, which an in-office express unit demands.

Tell me about a time you received direct feedback from a supervisor and changed how you worked.

What they are checking: Whether they are coachable, which matters in an entry-level role under direct supervision.

How do you keep detailed and accurate notes on every file when you're moving quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they document well, since claim notes are legal records that must be complete and accurate.

What would you do

You're settling a claim within a set monetary authority, and the damage looks higher than your limit. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they respect authority limits and escalate properly instead of stretching rules to close a file.

How would you explain to a customer that part of their damage isn't covered by their policy?

What they are checking: Whether they can deliver bad news clearly and kindly, and point to the policy language without being cold.

A claimant says the repair estimate is too low and gets upset. How do you handle that call?

What they are checking: Whether they listen, review the facts fairly and stay calm instead of either caving or arguing.

What would you do if you noticed something on a claim that didn't add up?

What they are checking: Whether they would flag concerns through the right channel instead of ignoring them or jumping to conclusions.

About the work

This role means attempting immediate contact to confirm and review coverage. Why does fast first contact matter in a physical damage claim?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that quick contact controls costs like rental and storage, and improves the customer experience.

What's the difference between a first-party and a third-party physical damage claim?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the basic claim types they'll handle, or have prepared enough to learn them fast.

What does it mean to settle a claim promptly, equitably and economically?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the balance of fairness to the customer and responsibility to the company.

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The full job description

As published by Kemper.

Location(s) Birmingham, Alabama, Doral, Florida, McAllen, Texas, P&C-Butterfield Road-Downers Grove-IL-AAC Details Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. As our Express Adjuster you will investigate and resolve first and third party auto physical damage claims in a fast paced in-office setting by attempting immediate contact to confirm/review coverage. This is an entry level position where you will work under direct supervision. Position Responsibilities: • Responsible for the intake, investigation, valuation, establishment of exposure and settlement of assigned claims within a stipulated monetary authority. • Ensures that all assigned claims are concluded promptly, equitably, and economically within the provisions of the policy contract and in accordance with the damages presented. • Take statements from insureds, claimants, and witnesses to investigate losses. • Timely and accurately reserving exposures. • Delivers the Best in Class Customer Service experience to all internal, external, current, and prospective Kemper customers. Position Qualifications: • High School Diploma or G.E.D required. • Minimum 6 months of entry level claims handling/claims intake experience is required OR 2+ year college degree can be substituted in lieu of experience. • Bilingual Spanish preferred • Must obtain and maintain a valid insurance adjuster’s license as needed based on location and claim assignment for states that require a staff adjuster to be licensed. (*McAllen and Birmingham required). • A passion for delivering outstanding customer service to agents and customers. • Experience in non-standard auto a plus. • Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills with a team-oriented approach are necessary. • Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook are essential. The range for this position is $18.56 to $31.46. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications and geographics location among other factors. This job is also eligible for our Kemper benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.). Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.