Associate Underwriter II

Farm Family; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Farm Family is seeking an Associate Underwriter II for an on-site, in-office role. The position emphasizes risk-based analysis to underwrite and service policies, with independent decision-making within authority limits. Strong communication with agents and timely processing are essential.

Responsibilities include addressing submission issues, updating state agency records, and proposing process improvements. The role requires high school diploma, attention to detail, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Strong attention to detail essential.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Makes independent decisions regarding rating of policies/accounts and discount eligibility using rating manuals.
• Decides to approve, refer, or reject transactions within authority limits.
• Responds promptly to agents and third parties via email and phone.
• Addresses submission issues with agents to prevent cancellations or non-renewals.
• Updates insurance records with state agencies for clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Communication in English

Education

High school diploma

Job description

CompanyFarm FamilyFarm Family specializes in farm and ranch protection with a wide range of products including flexible farm packages, business owner policies, commercial package, workers compensation, commercial auto and select personal auto coverage. Farm Family is a leader in serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets and is pursuing growth across the U.S. The Farm Family entities are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc.Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Associate Underwriter II supports Farm Family agents, policyholders, and underwriters by applying risk-based analysis to underwrite and service business at a policy and account level. Associate Underwriters are expected to underwrite and, if required, process policies in a timely and accurate manner; they are held to established efficiency and quality standards. Advanced duties are assigned based upon state-specific experience in the role. This may include but is not limited to large agency assignments with challenging state specific requirements or specialized assignments that require above average knowledge. Have increased level of authority to make decisions to accept and/or reject.Employees in this role are required to accurately record all hours worked and submit timesheets in accordance with company policy. Overtime may be assigned as business needs dictate, and employees are expected to work overtime when required.This is a 100% in-office position. Candidates must be able to work on-site at a designated company office during standard business hours.Essential Responsibilities:Makes independent decisions regarding rating of policies/accounts and discount eligibility by using applicable rating manuals and written underwriting processes.Makes decisive risk selections decisions within authority limits to approve, refer, or reject on all transactions.Responds to all correspondence including email and telephone inquiries from agents and third parties in a timely manner.Identifies and address submission requirement issues with agents to mitigate policy cancellations and/or non-renewals.Corresponds with various state agencies to update insurance records for American National clients.Presents recommendations for improvements to systems and processes in order to improve efficiency and to streamline the handling of policies/accounts.Researches state specific policies and guidelines in order to address agent inquiries.Qualifications / Experience Required:High school diploma.Close attention to detailStrong decision-making skillsExcellent communication, in English, both written and verbalMinimum of one year of work experience.The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate's experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that locationAlbany Pay Range: $16/hr - $23.40/hrPLEASE NOTE:Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar state or local law and you wish to discuss potential reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment with us, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.Benefits and CompensationWe offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.Core ValuesAt Clearbrook our Core Values are Integrity, Collaboration, Pursuit of Excellence and Forward Thinking. These values reflect who we are today and who we aspire to be - guiding how we work, how we lead and how we succeed.