Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster

Overview

Zurich is currently looking for a Part-Time Crop Adjuster 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. This incumbent will work from a home-based office in Montana and is scheduled to work 20 hours per week with potential overtime. Approximately 50% travel is expected to cover the territory.

RCIS provides insurance and superior services through leading agents to protect America’s farmers and ranchers. It’s been an innovator in crop insurance since the crop insurance business was privatized by the federal government in 1980. Today it’s one of the nation’s largest crop insurance providers, offering risk management protection in all 50 states through a national network of about 4,000 professionally trained and licensed agents.

This is a great opportunity to serve the agricultural community.

The ideal candidate will need to live and service within a 100-mile area of the following Montana Counties:
Custer, Dawson, Fallon, McCone, Prairie, Richland, or Rosebud.

• Complete field inspections and related responsibilities such as reading maps and aerial photos, measuring field and storage bins, and discussing findings of crop loss with farmers
• Perform fact finding regarding crop damage; record information and transmit loss information to accurately determine potential damages
• Provide excellent service to our customers – both agents and policyholders (farmers)
• Utilize company software to electronically transmit claims information directly from the field to RCIS to ensure claims are processed timely and accurately
• Follow regulatory and company rules, policies, and procedures

• 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 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

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organization and prioritization skills

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed hourly rate range for this position is $24.18-$33.27, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. For more information about our Total Rewards, please . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education.

As an equal opportunity employer, Zurich in North America ensures all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Location(s):
Montana Virtual Office
Remote Working:
Yes

Schedule:

Part Time