Crop Associate Underwriter (Fargo, ND) at American Family Insurance Group

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Insurance, AgricultureIndustries

Requirements

Crop insurance experience is preferred, but not required
Position level (Associate Underwriter I – IV) dependent on candidate experience and qualifications

Responsibilities

Applies rules and guidelines, insurance laws, and regulations
Reviews, documents, and/or underwrites new and renewal policy transactions within written authority
May enter policy information on an assigned product, territory and / or agency in accordance with RMA procedure
Proofs / audits policy information on an assigned product, territory and/or agency(ies)
Reviews premium and loss data on an individual account as part of renewal underwriting, change underwriting, or mid-term underwriting
Reviews insurance applications and other risk documentation
Reviews underwriting requirements and refers applications, endorsement requests, or other correspondence for further underwriting analysis when outside of written authority
Gathers information on new and renewal business and change requests to support underwriter decision making
Investigates discrepancies in the information gathered
Orders, reviews, and takes appropriate action on required reports, endorsement requests, service requests, and general correspondence
Analyzes individual risk pricing for new business submissions and renewals within written authority
Monitors entry / processing to ensure data integrity and to avoid potential systemic issues
Communicates with agents and customers to obtain information needed to underwrite risks and address issues
Researches and responds to questions from agents
May provide support to underwriter(s)
Organizes the underwriting information to speed decision making on the part of the underwriter
May include "template" policy review and actions such as endorsement within assigned authority level
Provides information that is needed to issue policies and endorsements on a timely basis
Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Crop InsuranceUnderwritingMPCIRMA ProceduresInsurance RegulationsPolicy ReviewPolicy Auditing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include competitive pay rates, medical, dental, and vision plans (must be full time), excellent 401(k) plan, 19 days of paid time off accrued plus 8 paid holidays per year (must be full time), and employee wellness programs.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This is an in-office position located in the Fargo, ND office.

What are the key responsibilities or skills needed for the Crop Associate Underwriter role?

Key responsibilities include applying rules and guidelines, reviewing and underwriting policy transactions, entering policy information per RMA procedures, reviewing premium and loss data, and communicating with agents and customers.

What is the company culture like at Great American Insurance Group?

The company combines a 'small company' culture where ideas are heard with 'big company' expertise, values diverse backgrounds for business results, and aims to create an inclusive workplace where employees feel empowered.

What makes a strong candidate for this Associate Underwriter position?

The position level depends on qualifications and experience; strong candidates will have relevant expertise in insurance underwriting, knowledge of RMA procedures, and ability to handle policy transactions within authority limits.