Claims Representative 2-Crop

COUNTRY Financial®; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 55,200 - 75,900; Full time

Job summary

COUNTRY Financial is seeking a Crop Claims Representative to investigate and manage crop claims across select Illinois counties, including Coles, Douglas, Edgar, and Crawford. The role involves evaluating policy coverage, inspecting crops, and communicating with insureds to explain the claims process.

Base pay and eligibility for a Short-Term Incentive plan are included. The position requires liveability in or near the specified Illinois counties and offers a pathway to contribute to COUNTRY

Qualifications

• Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education, and training.

Responsibilities

• Investigates crop claims by determining applicable policy coverage, evaluates, negotiates, and settles assigned claims.
• Investigates and completes physical inspections of crop claims, evaluates damages, and prepares written estimates according to policy provisions.
• Initiates first and subsequent contact with insureds and all relevant parties to gather basic information and explain the overall claims process.

Job description

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!

We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision – to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.

About The Role

Crop Claims Reps investigate and maintain crop claims by inspecting crops, evaluating damages, and determining the amount of loss. They determine liability, secure information, review coverages, arrange property damage appraisals, and settle claims. The territory for this role is the following counties in Illinois: Coles, Douglas, Edgar, Crawford.

How does this role make an impact?

• Investigates crop claims by determining applicable policy coverage, evaluates, negotiates, and settles assigned claims.
• Investigates and completes physical inspections of crop claims, evaluates damages, and prepares written estimates according to policy provisions.
• Initiates first and subsequent contact with insureds and all relevant parties to gather basic information and explain the overall claims process.

Qualifications

Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education, and training.

Location

Must live in or around the following Illinois counties: Coles, Douglas, Edgar, Crawford.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $55,200-$75,900

Additionally, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with a diverse range of personal and business insurance products, as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough for you to make an impact without getting lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life) and a 401(k) with company match.

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment and in creating a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at COUNTRY today!