Crop Insurance Adjuster

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Dakota.

📋 Description

• Assist the Upper Midwest team's operations related to Multi-Peril Crop Insurance, Private Products, and Named Peril claims.

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

• Document and communicate loss information to assess potential damages in accordance with FCIC, NCIS, and company protocols.

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

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

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

• Fulfill necessary training and certification requirements.

• Clarify adjusting procedures and findings to policyholders and agents.

• Investigate crop damage, perform fact-finding, document information, and assess potential indemnities.

• Travel up to 50%, primarily within a two-hour driving radius of the designated home office, with occasional travel for training and meetings.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in managing crop insurance claims is preferred.

• CAPP certification is mandatory.

• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

• Applicable state license is necessary.

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

• A bachelor’s degree in agriculture is preferred.

• Fundamental mathematical skills are essential.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are required.

• Capability to complete documentation requirements efficiently.

• Strong analytical thinking, fact-finding, and problem-solving skills are essential.

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

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

• Capacity to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Eagerness to learn about new crops.

• Ability to work in both office settings and outdoor farm environments.

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

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

• Ability to climb agricultural storage bins up to 75 feet and navigate ladders.

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

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

• Proficiency in using required personal protective equipment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Two medical plan options, including a Traditional PPO and a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings Account and employer contribution.

• Pharmacy benefits available, including mail order options.

• Dental coverage that includes orthodontic benefits for both adults and children.

• Vision coverage provided.

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts available.

• Company-paid Life and AD&D benefits, with optional supplemental life insurance coverage.

• Company-paid Disability benefits with salary continuation payments.

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

• Paid time off programs, which include company-paid holidays.

• Parental Leave Benefits and an Adoption Assistance program offered.

• Employee Assistance Program available.

• Tax-Free Commuter Benefit provided.

• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Qualification benefits available.

• Incentive awards as part of the pay-for-performance compensation program.

• Options for remote work arrangements.

• A global, inclusive workplace characterized by an equal-opportunity culture.