Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I

Zurich Insurance

25d•$21 - $29•Remote

About The Position

Zurich is currently looking for a Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. RCIS is one of the leading crop insurance providers in the U.S. RCIS offers insurance protection in all 50 states through a national network of about 3,600 licensed agents. RCIS offers a wide range of private product coverages, including a diverse selection of named-peril options, supplemental and stand-alone insurance products as well as federal crop insurance plans through the United States Department of Agriculture's Risk Management Agency. Together with RCIS agents, we protect America's farmers and ranchers. Zurich/RCIS is currently looking for a Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to work out of the state of Georgia. This incumbent will work from a home-based office. This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week, with potential for additional hours. 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 Georgia: Albany, Valdosta, Tifton, Cordele, Bainbridge. This is a great opportunity to serve the agricultural community. As a Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster, your primary responsibilities will include:

Requirements

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 Claims Field 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

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organization and prioritization skills
Experience as a Crop Claims Field Adjuster
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Responsibilities

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.

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