Crop Associate Underwriter (Peoria, IL)

Great American is currently seeking an Associate Underwriter to join the Crop Division in the Peoria, IL office. The role level, Associate Underwriter I-Ⅳ, depends on candidate experience and qualifications. Employees in this role are expected to be on‑site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday‑Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Applies rules and guidelines, insurance laws, and regulations. Reviews, documents, and/or underwrites new and renewal policy transactions within written authority. May enter policy information on an assigned product, territory and/or agency in accordance with RMA procedure. Proofs / audits policy information on an assigned product, territory and/or agency(ies). Reviews premium and loss data on an individual account as part of renewal underwriting, change underwriting, or mid‑term underwriting. Reviews insurance applications and other risk documentation. Reviews underwriting requirements and refers applications, endorsement requests, or other correspondence for further underwriting analysis when outside of written authority. Gathers information on new and renewal business and change requests to support underwriter decision making. Investigates discrepancies in the information gathered. Orders, reviews, and takes appropriate action on required reports, endorsement requests, service requests, and general correspondence. Analyzes individual risk pricing for new business submissions and renewals within written authority. Monitors entry / processing to ensure data integrity and to avoid potential systemic issues. Communicates with agents and customers to obtain information needed to underwrite risks and address issues. Researches and responds to questions from agents. May provide support to underwriter(s). Organizes the underwriting information to speed decision making on the part of the underwriter. May include "template" policy review and actions such as endorsement within assigned authority level. Provides information that is needed to issue policies and endorsements on a timely basis. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Crop insurance experience is preferred, but not required. Education: Associates Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience. Benefits Include Competitive pay rates Medical, dental, and vision plans (must be full time) Excellent 401(k) plan 19 days of paid time off accrued, plus 8 paid holidays per year (must be full time) Employee wellness programs and more Business Unit Crop Salary Range $40,000.00 - $65,000.00 Benefits We offer competitive benefits packages for full‑time and part‑time employees*. Full‑time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full‑time and eligible part‑time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits. *Excludes seasonal employees and interns. #J-18808-Ljbffr