Underwriter Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Knowledge of or the ability to learn MPCI program and the applicable underwriting rules and procedures.
• Ability to learn and understand what information is needed to process insurance policies, FCIC rules and regulations, policy provision, etc.
• Ability to understand printed policy information, such as manuals, handbooks, and actuarial documents and to apply information to work tasks.
• Basic keyboarding skills, ten-key skills, and the ability to rapidly and accurately enter information into the computer.
• Ability to comprehend agents’ questions and concerns over the telephone and to provide correct, courteous answers.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate and maintain business relationships with company personnel, outside resources and customers.
• Ability to learn and apply company terminology, processes, and systems.
• Ability to learn and develop skills in the use of department equipment.
• Ability to perform basic and complex mathematical calculations.
• Ability to remain calm and professional.
• Ability to work well with people in a team environment.
• Ability to work from oral and written communications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to assist in other work-related areas as required.
• High School or GED required
• at least 6 months as an Underwriter Assistant at Rain and Hail or at least one year of previous crop underwriting experience or a baccalaureate degree.

Responsibilities

• Examines insurance documents such as applications, production reports, acreage reports, and applies underwriting rules.
• Enters information into the computer, including policy information, production data, acreage report data, etc. and updates records.
• Confirms accuracy of information against edits and corrects errors.
• Communicates by phone and by letter with agents, FSA county offices, field personnel, and policyholders to obtain information, records, and to answer questions and inquiries.
• Reviews and analyzes scanned document images and routes to appropriate work queues.
• Prepares, prints, and analyzes a variety of reports and policy forms.
• Assists with training of Underwriting Assistant and part-time personnel, as necessary.
• Assists with other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• discretionary annual incentive program
• comprehensive benefits package