RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I

Zurich Insurance Group; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to work remotely from Michigan. This role involves completing field inspections, fact-finding on crop damage, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least six months of experience in agriculture. Training and certification will be provided. Compensation ranges from $22.02 - $30.24 per hour, with bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in the agricultural area is required.
• Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP) must be obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable personal transportation required.
• Ability to walk in agricultural fields up to 3 miles and lift 25 lbs. to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Complete field inspections with minimal supervision.
• Convey complex regulations to claimants and agents.
• Perform fact-finding regarding crop damage.
• Complete claim reviews and audits on lower-level adjusters.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zurich is looking for an RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to work out of Michigan state. This incumbent will work from a home-based office. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week. Approximately 50% travel is expected to cover the territory.

The ideal candidate will need to live and service within a 50-to-60-mile radius of the following areas in Michigan: Hart and/or Shelby, MI.

Zurich is currently looking for a RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. RCIS provides insurance and superior services through leading agents to protect America’s farmers and ranchers. It’s been an innovator in crop insurance since the crop insurance business was privatized by the federal government in 1980. Today it’s one of the nation’s largest crop insurance providers, offering risk management protection in all 50 states through a national network of about 4,000 professionally trained and licensed agents.

This is a great opportunity to serve the agricultural community.

As a Crop Adjuster, your primary responsibilities will include:

• With minimal supervision, completes field inspections and related responsibilities such as reading maps and aerial photos, measuring fields, storage bins, and discussing findings of crop loss with farmers on the most complex non-routine, problematic claims including controversial claims.
• Ability to convey complex regulations and interpretations to claimants, agents, and industry people on claim situations.
• Performs fact finding regarding crop damage, records information and transmits loss information to accurately determine potential indemnities.
• Gather relevant facts, utilizing applicable law and establishing basic principles of negligence.
• Complete claim reviews and audits on lower-level adjusters as assigned.
• Ensure legal compliance by maintaining a strong working knowledge of regulatory and company policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.

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 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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• Experience as a Crop Claims Field Adjuster
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the 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. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed hourly rate for this position is $22.02 - $30.24, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

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.

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Location(s): AM - MI Virtual Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time