Crop Insurance Specialist

Position Summary

What will your job entail?

Job Responsibilities

• Review crop insurance applications and policy documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and private program guidelines
• Apply provisions of the Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA) and supplemental guidance to daily policy administration duties
• Maintain organized and complete documentation trails for all underwriting actions and communications
• Support internal control procedures by adhering to established underwriting protocols and flagging potential discrepancies
• Assist in policy review and error tracking efforts in coordination with compliance and quality assurance teams
• Participate in training sessions to stay current on crop insurance regulations, underwriting procedures, and system updates
• Communicate effectively with agents, policyholders, and internal departments to resolve underwriting issues and ensure smooth policy administration
• Contribute to cross-functional collaboration with claims, compliance, and accounting teams to support coordinated insurance operations
• Other underwriting duties and projects as assigned

Work Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience participating in crop insurance underwriting and policy administration procedures

Licenses & Certifications

• N/A

Technical/Functional Skills

• Knowledge of crop insurance underwriting guidelines and procedures
• Policy management system
• Policy issuance
• Acreage and production reporting knowledge
• Crop insurance regulatory compliance

Data Analysis & Reporting Behavioral Skills:

• Effective communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Decision making
• Problem-solving
• Continuous learning

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/. 

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected] 

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.