[Remote] AVP, Field Operations - Remote in the State of NY or CT (Remote)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Selective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong financial performance. The AVP, Field Operations role involves managing the success and profitability of assigned AMS territories, supervising AMS activities, and fostering strong agency relationships through training and business partnerships.ResponsibilitiesPromotes the development and production of profitable business through the supervision, training, coaching, and monitoring of AMS activities and goalsMonitor adherence to company underwriting guidelines and provide feedback and guidance to AMS/AgentWorks closely with the field operations manager in achieving budgeted regional financial goalsEstablishes procedures and controls to ensure accomplishment of service standards with assigned AMS staffOversees activities, workflows, and productivity to ensure compliance with company, regulatory, consumer and technical standardsPromotes the use of technology to improve overall efficiency, productivity, and service both internally and externallyIdentifies field weaknesses and implements improvement plans that bring AMS staff performance to an acceptable levelWorks with regional management and AMSs in preparing and participating in a variety of important meeting forums, such as the AMS conference, producer council meetings and regional sales meetingsAssist in developing and implementing important strategies related to market share, agency appointments, product marketing, and other key corporate strategiesMonitors all communications to agents and follows up with AMS on the marketing effect and effectiveness of our communication. Responsible for automobile travel within territory traveling to agent offices. Must be able to drive an automobile to travel within territory. Car travel represents approximately 20-50% of employee’s timeSkillsMust have valid state-issued driver's license in good standing and be able to drive an automobileCollege degree with 6 years of Commercial Underwriting, Agency Management and Marketing experience3 years SupervisoryBenefitsCompetitive base salaryIncentive plan eligibility at all levelsComprehensive health care plansRetirement savings plan with company matchDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase ProgramTuition assistance and reimbursement programs20 days of paid time offCompany OverviewAt Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected. It was founded in 1926, and is headquartered in Branchville, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.selective.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipSelective Insurance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2026, 45 in 2025, 32 in 2024, 43 in 2023, 30 in 2022, 29 in 2021, 25 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.