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Zurich 56 Company Ltd

Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I

Zurich 56 Company Ltd, Lansing, Michigan, United States

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Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I Zurich is looking for a Part-Time RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I to work out of Michigan state. This incumbent will work from a home-based office. This position is scheduled to work 20 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 area in Michigan: South of Grand Rapids.

Zurich is currently looking for a Parti-Time 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 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

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. 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. 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 for this position is $22.02 - $30.24, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

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

Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation.

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: AM - MI Virtual

Remote Working: Yes

Schedule: Part-Time

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