Farm Claims & Agribusiness Underwriting Specialist
Company: Michigan Farm Bureau
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Farm Claims & Agribusiness Underwriting
SpecialistUS-PA-HarrisburgJob ID: 2024-4469Type: Regular Full-Time#
of Openings: 1Category: ClaimsClaims Property Specialist Region
(Pennsylvania-Southeast)OverviewFarm Claims & Agribusiness
Underwriting Specialist ObjectiveA hybrid position designed to
incorporate claims handling duties with farm & agribusiness
underwriting responsibilities. To implement company philosophy and
underwriting guidelines in the acceptance, rejection, or
modification of risks. To provide expert assistance to Great Lakes
Ag Insurance Company (GLAIC) agents and their staff. To assure the
consistent application of company procedures and practices in
residential, farm and agribusiness claim handling, so as to have a
significant and positive overall effect on the company. To provide
quality service to insureds and aid in the retention of business.
To ensure that claims are properly investigated, evaluated, and
resolved within the company's contractual and legal obligations. To
ensure timely service, while providing appropriate and equitable
resolution to insureds, claimants, and the
company.ResponsibilitiesFarm Claims & Agribusiness Underwriting
Specialist ResponsibilitiesHandle small-to-large size losses to
conclusion, including managed repair claims and oversight of
independent adjuster assigned losses. Estimate and resolve losses
involving farm structures, high value farms, residential buildings,
farm machinery, livestock and loss of business income as needed.
Maintain advanced proficiency in the property claim field with
particular emphasis in current trends and repair techniques, legal
applications of adjusting, and up-to-date understanding of
insurance contracts dealing with property claims. Investigate,
evaluate, and control property and casualty claims under minimal
supervision. Maintain up-to-date advanced knowledge of various
types of buildings, construction, repair cost and methods,
repair-estimating system, and scoping damages. Serve as a Subject
Matter Expert (SME) in moderate-to-large farm-related claims.
Explain advanced loss settlement figures and claim procedures to
customers. Explain advanced policy language, coverage, and
exclusions as requested. Evaluate and adjust reserves on advanced
claims and make payments within authority. Investigate, negotiate,
and conclude all property claims involving complex issues beyond
the expertise of Claims representatives as such cases are
discovered.QualificationsFarm Claims & Agribusiness Underwriting
Specialist Qualifications RequiredBachelor's degree required, or
equivalent experience may be considered. Minimum five years of
experience at the Farm and Agribusiness UW position level or the
Senior Property Claims Representative position level or equivalent
experience required Must possess a valid driver license with an
acceptable driving record. Associate in Commercial Underwriting
(AU), Associate in Personal Insurance (API), Associate in Claims
(AIC), AAIC Ag Advisor or Farm Bureau Tech Claims or UW training
required, or must be completed within 24 months of hire. Advanced
knowledge of estimating systems and construction requirements and
methods required or the ability to attain within 6 months.
PreferredChartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation
preferred. NOTE: This is a work from home position primarily
covering these Pennsylvania (PA) counties: Dauphin, Perry,
Cumberland, Adams, York, Lancaster, Lebanon, Berks, Lehigh,
Schuylkill, North-Umberland, Snyder, and Columbia *Candidate must
live in one of these Pennsylvania counties or be able to relocate
the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area.* Farm Bureau offers a full
benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.
PM19All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
status as a protected veteran.Compensation details: 77507-96884
Yearly SalaryPIef1280d4a508-31181-34392162
Keywords: Michigan Farm Bureau, Harrisburg , Farm Claims & Agribusiness Underwriting Specialist, Other , Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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