RCIS Crop Claims Specialist NE

About the role

Zurich North America is hiring an RCIS Crop Claims Specialist or Claims Crop Field Adjuster I to join the Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. The position is open to candidates willing to live within 100 miles of Keith, Perkins, Chase, Dundy, Lincoln, Hayes, Hitchcock, Frontier, Red Willow counties in Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Exercise judgement to determine liability by gathering and analyzing relevant facts, utilizing applicable procedures.
• Exercise judgement to determine policy verification and coverage determination by analyzing applicable coverage for claims and determining whether the loss falls within the coverage.
• Participates in Risk Management Agency initiated reviews and referrals for sake of operations integrity and quality assurance.
• Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or more years of experience in the agricultural or the crop insurance industry.
• Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program (CAPP) Certification must be obtained within 180 days of hire date.
• Personal transportation and travel within assigned territory and travel outside of assigned area to assist with workload(s), participate on CAT team and/or provide remote assistance for the CROP Claims Care Center calls and/or CCP Claims.
• Crop Adjuster Physical Requirements: walk in agricultural fields up to 3 miles, climb agricultural storage bins up to 25 feet, lift 25 lbs to 50 lbs, work outdoors in varying temperatures/weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization, multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft office skills.

Skills

• Knowledge of crop insurance policies and procedures.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. This includes a bonus plan, 401K match, and a second 401K company contribution, flexible work options, summer hours, an excellent work/life balance, and a great culture. Additionally, we provide a supportive environment where you can help shape the future of insurance.

Pay

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. The proposed Salary range for this position is $47,000.00 - $77,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.