01Overview
Palomar is a rapidly growing and innovative insurer focused on providing specialty insurance to residential and commercial customers.Palomar welcomes the best and brightest to our thriving team. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Palomar is building a dynamic and diverse team.
Join a company built on a culture of agility, innovation and authenticity that delivers peace of mind and protection to individuals and businesses impacted by adversity.
Were seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Crop Insurance Underwriter to join our team. In this role, youll support agents, partners, and internal teams throughout the policy lifecycle. Youll be a key part of ensuring that our crop insurance products are delivered accurately, efficiently, and with exceptional customer service.
What will you do:
Learn, apply, and maintain knowledge of RMA regulations and established deadlines, including sales closing, acreage reporting, and production reporting, with appropriate training and resources provided.
Accurately enter, review, and audit policy information in underwriting systems for assigned territories, products, and agencies.
Develop and maintain working knowledge of crop types and insurance plans within assigned regions.
Build and sustain collaborative, professional relationships with assigned agents through clear communication and mutual accountability.
Provide training, guidance, and problemresolution support to agents and insureds in a respectful and serviceoriented manner.
Collaborate crossfunctionally with partners in sales, claims, accounting, and technology to deliver consistent and highquality service.
Contribute to underwriting production goals, including policy volume and premium targets, in alignment with team objectives.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Identify and resolve internal and FCIC error listings accurately and in alignment with established timelines and procedures.
Organize and maintain policy files in accordance with documented processing guidelines.
Support managers and team initiatives by contributing to special projects or assignments as business needs evolve.
What we are looking for:
High school diploma or GED required; an associate or bachelors degree is a plus.
One to three years of relevant experience in underwriting, insurance processing, agriculture, customer service, or a related field.
Prior crop insurance experience is helpful but not required; training and support are provided.
Demonstrated ability to work accurately with detailed information and maintain organized records.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information in a clear and respectful manner.
Working proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (including Excel, Outlook, and Word) and the ability to learn underwriting or related systems.
Ability to present information and engage with groups in a professional and inclusive manner.
Commitment to delivering a positive customer experience, with a thoughtful and solutionoriented approach to problem solving.
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team, demonstrate adaptability, and engage in ongoing learning.
Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment, with appropriate guidance and support.
Values collaboration, respect, and shared accountability within a teambased workplace.
We love people who want to:
Build strong relationships through transparency, trust, and respect for each other.
Work in an agile environment, with a resilient mindset to find creative solutions to challenges.
Collaborate and celebrate diverse perspectives, promoting inclusivity and equality.
Do the right thing with strong conviction and integrity.
Be bold and innovative to help make an impact.
Demonstrable track record of working autonomously and driving progress
Be intellectually curious, think creatively, and pragmatic
If you thrive in a dynamic environment, and like working with happy, authentic, talented people, you'll enjoy a career with Palomar!
What will you get in return
Full Suite of Medical Benefits
401k with 3.5% Automatic Fully Vested Employer Contributions
Competitive PTO + Holiday Program
Lifestyle Spending Account
Professional Development Assistance
Regular company-wide social events (even virtually!)
At Palomar, we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in all facets of the organization. We have built an open culture that celebrates the diversity of our workforce, while actively championing equality and inclusion practices that make us a company people want to work with and work for.
We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion yields greater organizational creativity and productivity, which helps us serve our customers and partners more effectively. Delivering on our diversity commitment returns greater value to our shareholders and .
