Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



We are seeking a Crop Insurance Agent to join our Farm Credit family! This position is responsible for selling and servicing all types of crop insurance coverage. The crop insurance position builds strong relationships with industry contacts, AgSouth's teams in the service territory, and with the customer. This position uses knowledge of insurance and agriculture to provide contacts with value added information and customized solutions for their individual needs.



RESPONSIBILITIES



Sales and Marketing: Solicit crop insurance business. Write new crop insurance policies for walk-in and telephone customers. Determine the customers' needs, complete and provide quotes, and transmits information. Write, deliver and service-related crop insurance policies and products to customers. Maintain an active database of key prospects, key customers, and generate an ongoing list of new prospects. Refer (cross sell) new crop insurance customers to sales officer for new loan business. Responsible for marketing crop insurance and assist with life insurance in assigned area. Make group sales presentations and provide training for other team members, customers, and the public.


Risk Management and Compliance: Identify risks and offer solutions to farmers for the financial risk in their farming operation. Responsible for compliance with all applicable insurance laws, regulations, and all insurance company policies; and will be responsible for obtaining information needed for the insurance company to underwrite policies according to all appropriate laws and regulations. Provide information, compile, check/verify and submit all insurance documents to customer, AIP and AgSouth as required timely.


Technical Competence and General Support: Ensure the technical aspects of crop insurance processing and tracking (in assigned offices) are timely, accurate, and in compliance with policies and procedures. Support assigned office locations by communicating clearly on customer issues, and providing support when needs for other AgSouth products/services are identified. Build and maintain expertise in the areas of agriculture, risk management, insurance and technology and the needs of the Ag producer market.



REQUIREMENTS

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in agriculture, business, or related
• At least three years of experience in crop insurance or sales of financial services
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of Crop Insurance Companies' policies and procedures and all applicable insurance law and regulations.
• Ability to travel extensively across the organization/assigned territory via auto to carry out essential responsibilities of the job.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member under minimal supervision.

AgSouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.



ABOUT US



ABOUT US


We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical condition), religion, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at AGSHR@agsouthfc.com or by phone at (912) 764-9091 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.


Why AgSouth?


When you work here, you have an opportunity to make a difference for agriculture and rural communities. Part of the national Farm Credit System, we are an agricultural lending cooperative that provides loans for land, production agriculture, farm equipment, crop insurance, leasing, and home mortgages. Our $4 billion portfolio of customers and strong presence in local communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia allow us to effectively serve our member-borrowers as the largest agricultural lender in the southeast.

At AgSouth, we value our employees and provide them room to grow both personally and professionally. If you're looking for more than just a job, consider joining the AgSouth family!


What can we offer you?


• Competitive pay, with paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, as well as paid time off for volunteering.

• Corporate incentive plan with spot bonuses for top-notch work.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as life and disability insurance.

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

• Generous 401(k) matching contributions, as well as additional employer contributions.

• Reimbursement for approved higher education pursuits.

• A wellness program for employees, which includes resources for a healthier lifestyle.

• Corporate learning programs for professional development.

• Other perks, such as employee discounts on select cell phone providers, computers, etc. Apply Now