Insurance Agent

AgWest Farm Credit•Spokane, WA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

AgWest Farm Credit is seeking an Insurance Agent I, II, or III to join their Washington Lending and Insurance department in Spokane, Washington. This full-time position reports to the SVP, Insurance and is responsible for providing high quality, profitable and constructive insurance products, and related services to customers. The role involves maintaining a high level of proactive marketing and portfolio management, and creating a positive image of the organization. The position requires travel up to 50%, including overnight travel throughout the AgWest territory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or ag-related field or equivalent experience
Ability to develop new business and expand existing customer relationships through effective networking, prospecting and relationship management
Ability to market, sell, and effectively negotiate terms on behalf of organization, both verbally and in writing
Understanding of the local insurance industry and agricultural markets
Ability to complete all requirements for appropriate State Insurance Agent Licenses

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of agricultural practices and crop and livestock production
Knowledge of Farm Credit policies and procedures, eligibility requirements and products
Working knowledge of FCIC regulations and procedures, including legal terminology
Ability to understand, interpret, and explain insurance policies and procedures
Appropriate State Insurance Agent Licenses

Responsibilities

Market and sell insurance products by communicating with and receiving information from customers in the office and off-site.
Actively pursue and execute business development activities to grow the customer portfolio, expand market presence, and achieve sales and profitability goals.
Generate business through referral sources, including internal staff, as well as direct mail campaigns, prospect lists and telemarketing.
Establish rapport with and develop and maintain confidence of customers and other related professionals by educating customers on the crop insurance processes, effectively communicating rates, fees, terms and time frames with the customer; consistently meeting timeframe and product expectations; and following through to ensure the customer and others are satisfied with the service and final product.
Gather needed information through interviews in person, by phone, or using the Internet.
Read and understand production information from various sources including, but not limited to, customer records and tax records.
Comply with Federal and Approved Insurance Provider (AIP) documentation expectations, submission timelines, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Maintain State Agent’s License through required continuing educational training/seminars.
Work with insurance representatives to resolve policy issues that affect producer’s insurance coverage.
Communicate proactively to ensure excellent customer service and seek to ensure profitability of assigned portfolio.
Represent and communicate the values, purpose, and mission of AgWest to employees, customers, the public and target audiences.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Other duties as assigned.