Zurich 56 Company Ltd
RCIS Claims Specialist I Crop Adjuster
Zurich 56 Company Ltd, Bismarck, North Dakota, United States
Overview
Zurich is seeking a Claims Crop Field Adjuster II to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. RCIS is one of the leading crop insurance providers in the U.S. RCIS offers insurance protection in all 50 states through a national network of licensed agents. RCIS provides a wide range of private product coverages, including named-peril options, supplemental and stand-alone products, and federal crop insurance plans through the USDA Risk Management Agency. Together with RCIS agents, we protect America’s farmers and ranchers. This incumbent will work from a home-based office and is located in Iowa. The position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week with approximately 75% travel to cover the territory. The ideal candidate will live and service within the area of the following Iowa counties: Langdon, Cavalier, Ramsey, Grafton, Lakota, Grand Forks, Griggs, Steele, Traill, Barnes, Cass, Ransom, Richland, and Sargent. Responsibilities
Work the most complex claims, involving multiple causes of loss, multiple quality issues, subrogation claims 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 Assist with training of lower-level adjusters for both Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) and Crop Hail (CH) Complete Quality Assurance type reviews such as conflict of interest, actual production history and high dollar reviews on MPCI policies with the ability to change unit structure pending review outcome Complete claims on specialty crops as designated by the local manager or area Complete Crop Hail re-inspections when requested for quality assurance purposes Work claims of 508H (Risk Management Agency pilot) crops Assist the national training team in adjuster trainings Serve as subject matter expert for projects and committees as assigned by management Assist with Team Member reviews and aid in identifying trends or issues that could affect the quality assurance of the Crop Claims team Assist with claims that may require subrogation and/or claims that may lead to litigation Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in education opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the crop insurance and claims adjusting area Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP) must be obtained with 180 days of hire date Reliable personal transportation and travel within territory RCIS 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 Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Strong organization and prioritization skills Previous experience working crop hail Compensation and Additional Information
At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including office location, role, skill set, and experience. Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role, with information about Total Rewards available. The proposed salary range for this position is $46,200.00 - $75,600.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Location(s): AM - North Dakota Virtual Office; Remote Working: Hybrid; Schedule: Full Time; Employment Sponsorship Offered: No. A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich? Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We serve more than 25 industries, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Zurich North America is committed to ongoing career development and fostering an inclusive environment.
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Zurich is seeking a Claims Crop Field Adjuster II to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. RCIS is one of the leading crop insurance providers in the U.S. RCIS offers insurance protection in all 50 states through a national network of licensed agents. RCIS provides a wide range of private product coverages, including named-peril options, supplemental and stand-alone products, and federal crop insurance plans through the USDA Risk Management Agency. Together with RCIS agents, we protect America’s farmers and ranchers. This incumbent will work from a home-based office and is located in Iowa. The position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week with approximately 75% travel to cover the territory. The ideal candidate will live and service within the area of the following Iowa counties: Langdon, Cavalier, Ramsey, Grafton, Lakota, Grand Forks, Griggs, Steele, Traill, Barnes, Cass, Ransom, Richland, and Sargent. Responsibilities
Work the most complex claims, involving multiple causes of loss, multiple quality issues, subrogation claims 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 Assist with training of lower-level adjusters for both Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) and Crop Hail (CH) Complete Quality Assurance type reviews such as conflict of interest, actual production history and high dollar reviews on MPCI policies with the ability to change unit structure pending review outcome Complete claims on specialty crops as designated by the local manager or area Complete Crop Hail re-inspections when requested for quality assurance purposes Work claims of 508H (Risk Management Agency pilot) crops Assist the national training team in adjuster trainings Serve as subject matter expert for projects and committees as assigned by management Assist with Team Member reviews and aid in identifying trends or issues that could affect the quality assurance of the Crop Claims team Assist with claims that may require subrogation and/or claims that may lead to litigation Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in education opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the crop insurance and claims adjusting area Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP) must be obtained with 180 days of hire date Reliable personal transportation and travel within territory RCIS 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 Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Strong organization and prioritization skills Previous experience working crop hail Compensation and Additional Information
At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including office location, role, skill set, and experience. Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role, with information about Total Rewards available. The proposed salary range for this position is $46,200.00 - $75,600.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Location(s): AM - North Dakota Virtual Office; Remote Working: Hybrid; Schedule: Full Time; Employment Sponsorship Offered: No. A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich? Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We serve more than 25 industries, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Zurich North America is committed to ongoing career development and fostering an inclusive environment.
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