Claims Crop Field Adjuster I, Western Kansas

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Claims Crop Field Adjuster to join their team in Western Kansas. This role involves investigating and evaluating complex claims while ensuring compliance with regulations and company procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, and will be responsible for supporting claims management operations. With a focus on customer-centric service, this position offers the flexibility of remote work, a competitive salary, and an excellent work-life balance. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the agricultural insurance sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus Plan

401K Match

Flexible Work Options

Summer Hours

Excellent Work/Life Balance

Great Culture

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 6+ months experience in agriculture.
• CAPP certification must be obtained within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and evaluate complex field inspections for claims.
• Support Area Claims Managers and assist lower-level adjusting staff.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP)

Job description

Claims Crop Field Adjuster I, Western Kansas

116561

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., offering insurance protection in all 50 states through a national network of about 3,600 licensed agents. Together with RCIS agents, we protect America's farmers and ranchers.

This position will work virtually out of their home in Kansas, ideally located in the following counties: Western Kansas counties Finnie, Scott, Wichita, Wallace, Greeley, Thomas, Sherman, Logan, Cheyenne, and Rawlins.

With moderate direction, they will investigate, evaluate, and conclude complex field inspections by following appropriate regulatory and company rules and procedures to ensure that claims are handled effectively while delivering customer-centric claims service. They will also provide support to Area Claims Managers as a local claims specialist in the facilitation of day-to-day operations and claims management, and support lower-level adjusting staff by completing and/or providing training and assistance with complex claims.

If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers terrific benefits including a bonus plan, 401K match, flexible work options, summer hours, an excellent work/life balance, and a great culture.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Exercise judgment to determine liability by gathering and analyzing relevant facts and utilizing applicable procedures.
• Exercise judgment to determine policy verification and coverage determination by analyzing applicable coverage for claims.
• Participate in Risk Management Agency initiated reviews and referrals for the sake of operations integrity and quality assurance.
• Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and staying current with industry trends.

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 within 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:

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by various factors, including specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. The proposed hourly rate range for this position is $21.49 - $23.50, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

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 - Kansas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No