Primary DetailsTime Type : Full time Worker Type : Employee
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 : Ramsey, MN
- Work Arrangement : This role will require 3 days / week in the office, however we will consider hiring fully remote in Minnesota for the right candidate. The hours for this role are 7 : 30am-4 : 15pm PST Monday through Thursday, and 7 : 30am-12pm CST on Fridays.
- The starting salary range for this role is between $24.00 / hour and $36.00 / 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 authorityEnsure 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 stepsPrint status reports and track policy cycle to completion, ensuring coverage continuation and avoiding late penaltiesProvide processing and support for claims and compliance departments and complete transactions within area of responsibilityReview all written agreement documents before submissionTrack, monitor and route written agreements to ensure timely processingCorrect errors and resolve issues with the FCIC Error ReportEffectively answer requests for information regarding crop hail from key stakeholdersAssist team members with questions and trainingContribute 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 funUtilize various resources to research and answer crop insurance questionsAttend training sessions to continue to gain knowledge on crop insuranceProvide exceptional customer serviceMeet deadlines established by RMA (Risk Management Agency) policies and proceduresRequired Education
High School Diploma / GEDRequired Experience
2 years relevant experiencePreferred Competencies / Skills
Quickly and accurately perform data entryUse multiple resources to gather and analyze information and use logic to underwrite basic risk exposures within authorityUnderstand the needs and goals of a customer and actively look for ways to meet themBuild and maintain professional networksClearly and confidently convey information to a wide audiencePrioritize interests of the company and community during decision-makingComplete tasks by taking decisive or quick actionUtilize established procedures to guide decision-makingCommunicate information in a clear, well-organized, and professional mannerFollow established guidelines to focus on details and complete tasks attentively and thoroughlyEscalate issues when necessaryDemonstrated multitasking while maintain accuracy skillMaintain highest confidentialityMake decisions and act in uncertain and ambiguous situationsQuickly learn, understand and take actionMulti-task and handle competing prioritiesHigh attention to detailAdapt and be flexible in a complex changing environmentMotivational, inspirational and enthusiastic approach to team involvement and engagementDemonstrated interest in enhancing knowledge; seeks opportunities to learn and growAble to work under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracyAble to self-start and manage to an endAble to assist team members with learningPreferred Education
Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experiencePreferred Experience
Experience in an underwriting capacityInsurance industry experienceCrop insurance experiencePreferred Knowledge
Working knowledge of crop insurance industry and underwriting policies, practices and processesWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteProficient with Easy Mapping, Easy Hail, On Base and workflowTerminology, function and fundamental capabilities of common computer, software, information and communication technology devices, components and conceptsQBE, 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. Together, we combine the history, expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence to provide unparalleled insurance solutions to our customers and communities worldwide.
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 candidate's 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, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to :
Hybrid Working - a mix of working from home and in the office22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basisCompetitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal adviceTuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing educationEmployee Network and Community - QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your communityTo learn more, click here : Benefits | QBE US .
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At QBE, we're enabling a more resilient future - for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We're building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.
Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.
Join us now, so you can be part of our success - and we can be part of yours!
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Supplementary information
Skills :
Adaptability, Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Customer Value Management, Data Entry, Decision Making, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Prioritization, Professional Networking, Report Writing, Risk Management
How to Apply :
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.