Insurance Agent

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to various agricultural sectors. They are seeking an Insurance Agent I, II, or III to deliver high-quality insurance products and services while maintaining proactive marketing and portfolio management.ResponsibilitiesMarket and sell insurance products by communicating with and receiving information from customers in the office and off-siteActively solicit sales from referral sources, including internal staffMay also develop sales leads from direct mail campaigns, lists and telemarketingEstablish rapport with and develop and maintain confidence of customers and other related professionals by educating customers on the crop insurance processes effectively communicating rates, fees, terms and time frames with the customer; consistently meeting timeframe and product expectations; and following through to ensure the customer and others are satisfied with the service and final productGather needed information through interviews in person, by phone, or using the InternetRead and understand production information from various sources including, but not limited to, customer records and tax recordsComply with Federal and Approved Insurance Provider (AIP) documentation expectations, submission timelines, procedures, laws, and regulationsMaintain State Agent’s License through required continuing educational training/seminarsWork with insurance representatives to resolve policy issues that affect producer’s insurance coverageCommunicate proactively to ensure excellent customer service and seek to ensure profitability of assigned portfolioRepresent and communicate the values, purpose, and mission of AgWest to employees, customers, the public and target audiences. This may include joining or actively supporting appropriate organizations and civic groups and actively participating in sponsored events and programsPerform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controlsOther duties as assignedSkillsBachelor's degree in business or ag-related field or equivalent experienceAbility to market, sell, and effectively negotiate terms on behalf of organization, both verbally and in writingUnderstanding of the local insurance industry and agricultural marketsAbility to complete all requirements for appropriate State Insurance Agent LicensesNative or bilingual (professional) Spanish language proficiency required. Must be capable of working entirely in this language, including complex, technical, or nuanced conversationsKnowledge of agricultural practices and crop and livestock productionKnowledge of Farm Credit policies and procedures, eligibility requirements and productsWorking knowledge of FCIC regulations and procedures, including legal terminologyAbility to understand, interpret, and explain insurance policies and proceduresAppropriate State Insurance Agent LicensesBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceBasic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 12 holidays and 3 volunteer401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)Employee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramJeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest! Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure.Company OverviewAgWest Farm Credit provides agricultural lender and crop insurance services to farmers, ranchers, and timber harvesters. It was founded in 1916, and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://agwestfc.com.



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