Ag Underwriter

Farm Bureau Financial Services • Huron, SD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ag Underwriter exercises underwriting judgment to determine rates and select risks for all agriculture lines of business. The role reviews policy changes and makes modifications, rejection, cancellation, and non-renewal decisions in accordance with company policy. It supports and educates agency staff through daily interaction, assists the claims department with agricultural claims settlement questions, and provides in-office support to Ag Marketing Underwriters in the field. The position aims to retain profitable business through sound underwriting decisions and exceptional customer service. It is based in the company's office in Sioux Falls or Rapid City, South Dakota.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant insurance experience.
• Strong customer service skills, including solid verbal communication and professional business writing skills.
• Maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn multiple systems.
• Keep up to date on local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and shift priorities.
• Progress toward industry education such as AINS, AFIS, or CPCU is expected.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas or work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Agriculture background or knowledge.
• Underwriting, claims, or insurance experience.

Responsibilities

• Determine rates and select risks for all agriculture lines of business using underwriting judgment.
• Review policy changes and make modifications, rejection, cancellation, and non-renewal decisions in accordance with company policy.
• Assist and educate the agency force through daily interaction.
• Assist the claims department with agricultural claims settlement questions.
• Provide in-office support to Ag Marketing Underwriters in the field.
• Drive retention of profitable business through sound underwriting decisions and exceptional customer service.
• Keep up to date on local, state, and federal rules and regulations to ensure government compliance and meet company guidelines.
• Meet deadlines, work under pressure, and shift priorities to achieve corporate and business unit goals.

Benefits

• Enhanced 401(k) with a company match.
• Low-cost health benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• Life insurance options.
• Disability insurance options.
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
• Company car.
• Cell phone.
• Career development and educational opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time