Zurich North America is one of the leading crop insurance providers in the U.S., and they are seeking a Seasonal Crop Adjuster to join their Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. The role involves conducting field inspections, assessing crop damage, and providing excellent service to customers while adhering to company policies and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Complete field inspections and related responsibilities such as reading maps and aerial photos, measuring field and storage bins, and discussing findings of crop loss with farmers
- Perform fact finding regarding crop damage; record information and transmit loss information to accurately determine potential damages
- Provide excellent service to our customers – both agents and policyholders (farmers)
- Utilize company software to electronically transmit claims information directly from the field to RCIS to ensure claims are processed timely and accurately
- Follow regulatory and company rules, policies, and procedures
Skills
- 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
- CAPP Certified
- Knowledge in Crop Insurance
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organization and prioritization skills
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Benefits
- Short-term incentive bonuses
- Merit increases
- Comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents
Company Overview
- Zurich American Insurance is an international commercial property-casualty insurance provider. It is a sub-organization of Zurich Insurance Group. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.zurichna.com.