Zurich North America
Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I
Zurich North America, New York, New York, United States
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Zurich is looking for an RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to work out of Georgia state. This incumbent will work from a home‑based office. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week. Approximately 50% travel is expected to cover the territory. The ideal candidate will need to live and service within a 50‑to‑60‑mile radius of the following areas in Georgia: Albany, Valdosta, Tifton, Cordele, Bainbridge.
Zurich is currently looking for an RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. 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.
Responsibilities
With minimal supervision, completes field inspections and related responsibilities such as reading maps and aerial photos, measuring fields, storage bins, and discussing findings of crop loss with farmers on the most complex non‑routine, problematic claims including controversial claims.
Ability to convey complex regulations and interpretations to claimants, agents, and industry people on claim situations.
Performs fact finding regarding crop damage, records information and transmits loss information to accurately determine potential indemnities.
Gather relevant facts, utilizing applicable law and establishing basic principles of negligence.
Complete claim reviews and audits on lower-level adjusters as assigned.
Ensure legal compliance by maintaining a strong working knowledge of regulatory and company policies and procedures.
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.
Basic Qualifications
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 Claims Field 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
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organization and prioritization skills
Experience as a Crop Claims Field Adjuster
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Compensation The proposed hourly range for this position is $20.96-$28.75, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.
Equal Opportunity Employer Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Location(s): Georgia Virtual Office Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Zurich is looking for an RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to work out of Georgia state. This incumbent will work from a home‑based office. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week. Approximately 50% travel is expected to cover the territory. The ideal candidate will need to live and service within a 50‑to‑60‑mile radius of the following areas in Georgia: Albany, Valdosta, Tifton, Cordele, Bainbridge.
Zurich is currently looking for an RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. 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.
Responsibilities
With minimal supervision, completes field inspections and related responsibilities such as reading maps and aerial photos, measuring fields, storage bins, and discussing findings of crop loss with farmers on the most complex non‑routine, problematic claims including controversial claims.
Ability to convey complex regulations and interpretations to claimants, agents, and industry people on claim situations.
Performs fact finding regarding crop damage, records information and transmits loss information to accurately determine potential indemnities.
Gather relevant facts, utilizing applicable law and establishing basic principles of negligence.
Complete claim reviews and audits on lower-level adjusters as assigned.
Ensure legal compliance by maintaining a strong working knowledge of regulatory and company policies and procedures.
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.
Basic Qualifications
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 Claims Field 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
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organization and prioritization skills
Experience as a Crop Claims Field Adjuster
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Compensation The proposed hourly range for this position is $20.96-$28.75, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.
Equal Opportunity Employer Zurich is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Location(s): Georgia Virtual Office Remote Working: Yes Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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