RCIS Claims Specialist I, Northeast CT

Zurich is currently looking for a to join our Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS) team. RCIS is one of the leading crop insurance providers in the U.S. RCIS offers insurance protection in all 50 states through a national network of about 3,600 licensed agents. RCIS offers a wide range of private product coverages, including a diverse selection of named‑peril options, supplemental and stand‑alone insurance products as well as federal crop insurance plans through the United States Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency. Together with RCIS agents, we protect America’s farmers and ranchers. Zurich North America is hiring an RCIS Crop Claims Specialist or Claims Crop Field Adjuster I to join our team! We are open to hiring talent in one of the following locations: New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Long Island, or Maryland. You must live within 100 miles of these locations to be successful. If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers terrific benefits including a bonus plan, 401K match, a second 401K company contribution, flexible work options, summer hours, an excellent work/life balance and a great culture. Additional responsibilities will include: Exercise judgement to determine liability by gathering and analyzing relevant facts, utilizing applicable procedures. Exercise judgement to determine policy verification and coverage determination by analyzing applicable coverage for claims and determining whether the loss falls within the coverage. Participate in Risk Management Agency initiated reviews and referrals for the sake of operations integrity and quality assurance. Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Crop Claims Specialist II: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or more years of experience in the agricultural or the crop insurance industry. Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program (CAPP) Certification must be obtained within 180 days of hire date. Personal transportation and travel within assigned territory and travel outside of assigned territory to assist with workload(s), participate on CAT team and/or provide remote assistance for the CROP Claims Care Center calls and/or CCP Claims. 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: Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Strong organization, multi‑tasking and prioritization skills. Intermediate Microsoft Office skills. Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed salary range for this position is $49,500.00 - $81,000.00, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Connecticut Virtual Office, AM - Long Island, AM - Massachusetts Virtual Office, AM - New Hampshire Virtual Office, AM - Rhode Island Virtual Office. Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Zurich North America