Crop Insurance Adjuster

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Assist the Multi-Peril Crop Insurance, Private Products, and Named Peril claims team.

• Establish and nurture professional relationships with the Area Claim Supervisor, policyholders, agents, and fellow adjusters.

• Record and relay loss data to assess potential damages in accordance with FCIC, NCIS, and company guidelines.

• Conduct field inspections, interpret maps and aerial imagery, measure fields, and assess storage bins.

• Utilize company software and oversee company communications on a daily basis.

• Adhere to FCIS, state, and company rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Complete initial and ongoing training and certifications mandated by FCIC and state laws.

• Clarify adjusting procedures and findings to policyholders and agents.

• Investigate crop damage, gather facts, record information, and assess potential indemnities.

• Educate field claims personnel on claim procedures, best practices, and compliance standards.

• Acquire knowledge of new crops as required.

• Travel up to 50% of the time, primarily within 100–130 miles or about two hours from the assigned home office.

• Participate in occasional out-of-town training sessions and meetings.

⛳️ Requirements

• CAPP certification is required.

• A valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

• Relevant State license.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Preferably, 2 years of experience in handling crop insurance claims.

• Preferably, 2 years of experience as a crop insurance adjuster.

• Basic mathematical skills are necessary.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

• Capability to fulfill documentation requirements.

• Analytical thinking, fact-finding, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to stay self-motivated and efficient under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.

• Capability to work both in an office and outdoors in a farm setting.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.

• Familiarity with crop insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Initiative and minimal supervision capabilities, along with strong time-management and prioritization skills.

• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to walk in agricultural fields for distances up to 3 miles.

• Ability to climb agricultural storage bins up to 75 feet and perform tasks at significant heights.

• Ability to work in confined spaces and in extreme weather conditions.

• Capability to utilize applicable PPE.

• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

🏝️ Benefits

• Two medical plans, which include a Traditional PPO and a Consumer Driven Health Plan with Health Savings Account and employer contribution.

• Pharmacy benefits featuring mail order options.

• Dental benefits that include orthodontia for both adults and children.

• Vision benefits.

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Company-paid Life and AD&D benefits, along with optional supplemental life coverage for employees, spouses, and children.

• Company-paid Disability benefits with salary continuation payments.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.

• Paid time off programs, including company-paid holidays.

• Parental Leave Benefits and Adoption Assistance program.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Tax-Free Commuter Benefit.

• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Qualification benefits.

• Incentive awards based on both company and individual performance.

• Remote work arrangement available.