RCIS CROP CLAIMS FIELD ADJUSTER I
Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: October 8, 2024
Job Description:
Zurich is currently looking for a RCIS Crop Claims Field
Adjuster I 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 about 3,600 licensed agents. RCIS offers a wide
range of private product coverages, including a diverse selection
of named-peril options, supplemental and stand-alone insurance
products as well as federal crop insurance plans through the United
States Department of Agriculture's Risk Management Agency. Together
with RCIS agents, we protect America's farmers and ranchers.
Zurich/RCIS is currently looking for a Crop Adjuster to work out of
the state of Idaho and/or Washington. This incumbent will work from
a home-based office. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours
per week. Approximately 50% travel is expected to cover the
territory. The ideal candidate will need to live and service in the
following Idaho/Washington areas: Washington: Adams, Lincoln,
Whitman and Idaho: Latah, Benewah, Kootenai RCIS provides insurance
and superior services through leading agents to protect America's
farmers and ranchers. It's been an innovator in crop insurance
since the crop insurance business was privatized by the federal
government in 1980. Today it's one of the nation's largest crop
insurance providers, offering risk management protection in all 50
states through a national network of about 4,000 professionally
trained and licensed agents. This is a great opportunity to serve
the agricultural community. As a Crop Adjuster, your primary
responsibilities will include:
- With minimal supervision, completes field inspections and
related responsibilities such as reading maps and aerial photos,
measuring fields, storage bins, and discussing findings of crop
loss with farmers on the most complex non-routine, problematic
claims including controversial claims.
- Ability to convey complex regulations and interpretations to
claimants, agents, and industry people on claim situations.
- Performs fact finding regarding crop damage, records
information and transmits loss information to accurately determine
potential indemnities.
- Gather relevant facts, utilizing applicable law and
establishing basic principles of negligence.
- Complete claim reviews and audits on lower-level adjusters as
assigned.
- Ensure legal compliance by maintaining a strong working
knowledge of regulatory and company policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results
and participating on projects as needed. Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more months of
experience in the agricultural area
- Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP) must be
obtained with 180 days of hire date
- Reliable personal transportation and travel within
territory
- Valid Driver's License
- 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:
- Experience with crops, such as wheat, barley, canola, and
peas
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication
skills
- Strong organization and prioritization skills
- Experience as a Crop Claims Field Adjuster
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skillsAs a condition of
employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related
health and safety protocols in place at that time
(https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq). A future with Zurich. What
can go right when you apply at Zurich? Now is the time to move
forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your
unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive
sustainable change together. As part of a leading global
organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience
managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North
America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty
insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products
and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25
industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of
the Fortune 500 -. Our growth strategy is not limited to our
business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career
development opportunities, and we foster an environment where
voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity,
and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next
evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter
future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we
serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package
for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive
compensation. Please click here to learn more. As a global company,
Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We
recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique
perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity
and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our
customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis
of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran
status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
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employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the
property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred
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