Crop Associate Underwriter

Associate Underwriter (Level I-IV) – Lawrence, KS 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, or agency in accordance with RMA procedure. Proofs / audits policy information on an assigned product, territory, 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. 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. Requirements Crop insurance experience is preferred, but not required. Associate’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent. Benefits Competitive pay rates. Medical, dental, and vision plans (full‑time only). Excellent 401(k) plan. 19 days of paid time off accrued, plus 8 paid holidays per year (full‑time only). Employee wellness programs. Parental leave and adoption assistance (full‑time only). Tuition reimbursement (full‑time only). Employee stock purchase plan. Commuter benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr