Crop Claims Adjuster (West/Central or South/East Michigan)

Great American Insurance Group

282d • $48,000 - $65,000 • Remote

About The Position

Great American Insurance Group's Crop Division is looking for a Claims Adjuster in Western North Dakota. This individual will work fully remote in the West/Central or South/East Michigan. This position requires up to 40% travel. The ideal candidate will have prior crop insurance claims experience. The Crop Division has been helping generations of farmers take control of their risks since 1915 and is one of a select few private companies authorized by the USDA Risk Management Agency to write MPCI policies. With six regional offices throughout the U.S., the teams provide tremendous expertise in the specific needs of farmers and crops.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy, Crop Management, Ag Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Generally, a minimum of 6 months of experience in general agriculture, ag business/sales, agronomy, and/or grain merchandising.
• Crop Insurance experience is highly favorable.
• Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as an associate degree or relevant certificate.

Responsibilities

• Manages an inventory of crop related claims to evaluate compensability/liability.
• Conducts claim investigations to confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages.
• Determines and may negotiate appropriate claim settlements/reserves within prescribed authority.
• May attend arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials.
• Conveys routine to moderately complex information regarding coverage and settlements to insureds, claimants, and external partners.
• May authorize payments in accordance with assigned authority limit and ensure payments are made in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate and detailed claim files, including all correspondence, reports, and settlement agreements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave/adoption assistance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree