Adjuster - MS/LA

**The territory for this position will be located in Mississippi and Louisiana. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• To accept, contract, and handle claims as assigned.
• Work as many claims as possible.
• Assist in resolving complaints from policy holder relative to claims.
• Assist in investigating more complex claims.
• Complete Quality Control functions as assigned.
• Assists with other duties as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the agricultural industry, including an understanding of the kinds of crops produced in the territory; agricultural issues.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn Rain and Hail’s products, services and systems.
• Knowledge of and the ability to learn the underwriting and claim adjustment rules and regulations associated with the Multiple Peril Crop Insurance program, crop-hail program and the other insurance products offered by the company.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate and maintain business relationships with Company personnel, outside resources and customers.
• Ability to use the Company’s terminology, procedures and systems.
• Ability to use department equipment.
• Ability to perform basic and complex mathematical calculations.
• Ability to drive a vehicle and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods of activity.
• Ability to work from oral and written communication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to travel away from home for extended periods of time and on short notice.
• Willingness to relocate to another division if requested.
• Ability to assist in other work-related areas as required.