Farm Underwriter

FMNE Insurance has an exciting opportunity for an Farm Underwriter to join our Farm Underwriting Department - an exceptional individual who is intuitive, motivated, and skilled. As a Farm Underwriter, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the company’s long-standing reputation for sound risk management and exceptional policyholder care. FMNE offers a collaborative work environment where you’re encouraged to grow, develop your career, and truly thrive. FMNE offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond traditional health insurance and a generous 401(k), we offer a pension plan, wellness program, and so much more. This position is eligible for hybrid work-from-home schedule.

Please note: This employer will not sponsor any work visas for any applicant of this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Please submit your resume and a cover letter. Applications that include a cover letter will be given preferential review.

Be a part of a rock-solid company with deep Midwest roots. If our core values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply to be a Farm Underwriter at FMNE today!

Core values include:  Integrity - Service - Excellence - Stability - Strength - Respect - Teamwork

Role Overview of a Farm Underwriter:

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, analyzing new applications and endorsement requests for the purpose of selecting those risks that are acceptable based on established Company rules and guidelines. Performs under established routine and practice regarding underwriting rules. 

 Responsibilities of a Farm Underwriter:

• Demonstrates the Company’s mission, while successfully performing its core values related to integrity, service, excellence, stability, strength, respect, and teamwork.
• Analyze and evaluate applications and endorsement requests to approve or decline in accordance with Company rules and guidelines.
• Calendar binders based on the effective date. Follow up on unanswered requests for information and expiring binders.
• Communicate effectively, by phone, e-mail or in writing, with agents, applicants, or policyholders. regarding questions raised or submitted and/or to obtain additional underwriting information.
• Receive and handle unsolicited phone calls that originate outside the Company.
• Have occasional in-person contact with agents and policyholders concerning underwriting questions or policy changes.
• Assist agents in calculating quotes on new risks.
• Handle routine policy cancellations and, if needed, manually calculate unearned premium.
• Coordinate the allocation of policy premiums with the Accounting Department.
• Handle late and insufficient funds premium payments, which includes re-underwriting the policy file.
• Ensure smooth workflow and assist in training employees and/or overseeing their work as requested.
• Keep current on underwriting rules and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to underwriters and clerical employees.
• Evaluate the necessity of a field inspection; request and thoroughly review field reports to analyze findings and determine the appropriate underwriting action. 
• Regular and timely attendance in the office is an essential function of the position.

Skills and Qualifications of a Farm Underwriter:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the insurance industry preferred.
• Completion of industry-related courses such as API, AINS, CPCU, or similar is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with agents, insured parties, and mortgagees/lienholders via phone, email, written correspondence, and in-person meetings.
• Proficient in using a personal computer, including familiarity with standard business software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed, precise work, take ownership of responsibilities, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

FMNE Insurance Company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require accommodation to enable them to successfully perform a job function. Should you require such accommodation, please indicate the job function and suggested accommodation during the interview process. FMNE will attempt to make reasonable accommodation.