Overview
The Opportunity:
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the financial success of the company by underwriting crop insurance, assuring compliance with rules and regulations of the Federal Crop Insurance Program and company policies regarding crop hail and named peril policies. Location:
Montana (Missoula ideal, or remote), Washington or Idaho Work Arrangement:
This role is a hybrid role requiring 3 days/week in our Missoula, MT office. However, fully remote may be considered for the right candidate. The hours for this role are 7:30am-4:15pm MST Monday through Thursday, and 7:30am-12pm MST on Fridays. The starting salary:
The range for this role is between $26.50/hour and $39.75/hour depending on experience.
Your New Role
Apply underwriting judgment in order to review, evaluate and price crop insurance policies along with adhering to company policy, state and federal regulations within established authority Ensure complete and accurate policy processing activities by reviewing and/or data entry of applications, policy changes, actual production history (APH), acreage report (AR) written agreements, and gathering missing information, resolving inconsistencies and confirming next steps Print status reports and track policy cycle to completion, ensuring coverage continuation and avoiding late penalties Provide processing and support for claims and compliance departments and complete transactions within area of responsibility Review all written agreement documents before submission Track, monitor and route written agreements to ensure timely processing Correct errors and resolve issues with the FCIC Error Report Effectively answer requests for information regarding crop hail from key stakeholders Assist team members with questions and training Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value “can do” people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun Utilize various resources to research and answer crop insurance questions Attend training sessions to continue to gain knowledge on crop insurance Provide exceptional customer service Meet deadlines established by RMA (Risk Management Agency) policies and procedures
Required Education
High School Diploma/GED
Required Experience
2 years relevant experience
Preferred Competencies/Skills
Quickly and accurately perform data entry Use multiple resources to gather and analyze information and use logic to underwrite basic risk exposures within authority Understand the needs and goals of a customer and actively look for ways to meet them Build and maintain professional networks Clearly and confidently convey information to a wide audience Prioritize interests of the company and community during decision-making Complete tasks by taking decisive or quick action Utilize established procedures to guide decision-making Communicate information in a clear, well-organized, and professional manner Follow established guidelines to focus on details and complete tasks attentively and thoroughly Escalate issues when necessary Demonstrated multitasking while maintaining accuracy Maintain highest confidentiality Make decisions and act in uncertain and ambiguous situations Quickly learn, understand and take action Multi-task and handle competing priorities High attention to detail Adapt and be flexible in a complex changing environment Motivational, inspirational and enthusiastic approach to team involvement and engagement Demonstrated interest in enhancing knowledge; seeks opportunities to learn and grow Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy Able to self-start and manage to an end Able to assist team members with learning
Preferred Education
Associate s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Preferred Experience
Experience in an underwriting capacity Insurance industry experience Crop insurance experience
Preferred Knowledge
Working knowledge of crop insurance industry and underwriting policies, practices and processes Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Proficient with Easy Mapping, Easy Hail, On Base and workflow Terminology, function and fundamental capabilities of common computer, software, information and communication technology devices, components and concepts
QBE and NAU Country
QBE, a global insurance leader, is the proud parent company of NAU Country Insurance Company. NAU Country writes in 48 states and has nine locations nationwide. We combine history, expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence to provide insurance solutions to our customers and communities worldwide.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Package:
The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidates professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team. QBE Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life. As a QBE employee you will have access to: Hybrid Working
– a mix of working from home and in the office 22 weeks
of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis Competitive 401(k)
program with company match up to 8% Well-being program
including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Tuition Reimbursement
for professional certifications, and continuing education Employee Network and Community
– QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community
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Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity
QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices and observances, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or disability or any other legally protected status.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity:
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The Opportunity:
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the financial success of the company by underwriting crop insurance, assuring compliance with rules and regulations of the Federal Crop Insurance Program and company policies regarding crop hail and named peril policies. Location:
Montana (Missoula ideal, or remote), Washington or Idaho Work Arrangement:
This role is a hybrid role requiring 3 days/week in our Missoula, MT office. However, fully remote may be considered for the right candidate. The hours for this role are 7:30am-4:15pm MST Monday through Thursday, and 7:30am-12pm MST on Fridays. The starting salary:
The range for this role is between $26.50/hour and $39.75/hour depending on experience.
Your New Role
Apply underwriting judgment in order to review, evaluate and price crop insurance policies along with adhering to company policy, state and federal regulations within established authority Ensure complete and accurate policy processing activities by reviewing and/or data entry of applications, policy changes, actual production history (APH), acreage report (AR) written agreements, and gathering missing information, resolving inconsistencies and confirming next steps Print status reports and track policy cycle to completion, ensuring coverage continuation and avoiding late penalties Provide processing and support for claims and compliance departments and complete transactions within area of responsibility Review all written agreement documents before submission Track, monitor and route written agreements to ensure timely processing Correct errors and resolve issues with the FCIC Error Report Effectively answer requests for information regarding crop hail from key stakeholders Assist team members with questions and training Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value “can do” people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun Utilize various resources to research and answer crop insurance questions Attend training sessions to continue to gain knowledge on crop insurance Provide exceptional customer service Meet deadlines established by RMA (Risk Management Agency) policies and procedures
Required Education
High School Diploma/GED
Required Experience
2 years relevant experience
Preferred Competencies/Skills
Quickly and accurately perform data entry Use multiple resources to gather and analyze information and use logic to underwrite basic risk exposures within authority Understand the needs and goals of a customer and actively look for ways to meet them Build and maintain professional networks Clearly and confidently convey information to a wide audience Prioritize interests of the company and community during decision-making Complete tasks by taking decisive or quick action Utilize established procedures to guide decision-making Communicate information in a clear, well-organized, and professional manner Follow established guidelines to focus on details and complete tasks attentively and thoroughly Escalate issues when necessary Demonstrated multitasking while maintaining accuracy Maintain highest confidentiality Make decisions and act in uncertain and ambiguous situations Quickly learn, understand and take action Multi-task and handle competing priorities High attention to detail Adapt and be flexible in a complex changing environment Motivational, inspirational and enthusiastic approach to team involvement and engagement Demonstrated interest in enhancing knowledge; seeks opportunities to learn and grow Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy Able to self-start and manage to an end Able to assist team members with learning
Preferred Education
Associate s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Preferred Experience
Experience in an underwriting capacity Insurance industry experience Crop insurance experience
Preferred Knowledge
Working knowledge of crop insurance industry and underwriting policies, practices and processes Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Proficient with Easy Mapping, Easy Hail, On Base and workflow Terminology, function and fundamental capabilities of common computer, software, information and communication technology devices, components and concepts
QBE and NAU Country
QBE, a global insurance leader, is the proud parent company of NAU Country Insurance Company. NAU Country writes in 48 states and has nine locations nationwide. We combine history, expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence to provide insurance solutions to our customers and communities worldwide.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Package:
The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidates professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team. QBE Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life. As a QBE employee you will have access to: Hybrid Working
– a mix of working from home and in the office 22 weeks
of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis Competitive 401(k)
program with company match up to 8% Well-being program
including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Tuition Reimbursement
for professional certifications, and continuing education Employee Network and Community
– QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community
To learn more, the description has been reformatted for readability. This content has been cleaned to remove disallowed HTML and keep the essential job information.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity
QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices and observances, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or disability or any other legally protected status.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, follow the step by step process. Equal Employment Opportunity:
#J-18808-Ljbffr