At Zenith Agribusiness Solutions (ZAS), we specialize in providing P&C insurance products and services to California agricultural businesses. From dairies to berries, from almonds to wine, from vegetables to cattle ranches, we recognize the importance of agriculture and the effort it takes to compete in the global agriculture industry. That’s why we employ talented insurance professionals who are eager to get to know our policyholders, understand their operations, and help protect their businesses. Values such as collaboration, work-life balance, and integrity are placed at the center of all our operations. In addition, ZAS supports career advancement through a dedication to ongoing learning and development.

A Brief Overview

Acquires the skills to evaluate insurance risk, identify property and liability exposures, and provide risk management services to customers. Works under close supervision and guidance within narrowly defined authority on assignments of small to moderate size and least complexity.

What you will do

Develop working knowledge of Zenith Agribusiness risk evaluation and risk improvement techniques, practices, and procedures. Participate in and eventually conduct underwriting surveys at prospect and policyholder locations to define business operations, fire protection elements and exposures, liability control measures and commercial auto exposures and controls. Develop ability to identify and evaluate the following fire protection exposures: fire sprinkler systems, alarm systems, water supplies, hydrant systems for both private and public systems. Develop ability to evaluate effectiveness of prospect and policyholder food safety programs. Develop ability to identify lower-level complexity engineering and/or administrative controls to reduce property and liability loss potential. Develop ability to use analyze loss data to identify key trends and prioritize policyholder service needs. Develop understanding of how to create recommendations that reduce policyholder property and liability exposures. Learn techniques to influence policyholder safety decision making. Learn to prepare effective reports for policyholders and internal partners. Develop basic knowledge of property casualty; including understanding of underwriting and claims practices. Learn how to effectively market Zenith Agribusiness and the Risk Management department. Develop ability to build and maintain productive policyholder work relationships. Develop basic understanding of key performance measures for a property & casualty insurance carrier. Develop basic understanding of P&C insurance agent and broker operation. Learn how to develop effective policyholder training and sales presentations. Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Works productively and harmoniously with others on a consistent basis. Respond positively to direction and feedback on performance. Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor. Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma Or equivalent required Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of training/experience preferred field of study in occupational safety, or engineering or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required

Skills and Abilities

Willing to begin working toward recognized professional designation such as CSP, ARM, AFIS, CPCU, etc Ability to present ideas effectively in formal and informal situations; conveying thoughts clearly and concisely Listens well and asks good questions Communicates well in writing and comfortable making public presentations Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other common business software Ability to learn and use proprietary Zenith systems Ability to effectively operate mobile computer and communication devices Driver License in good standing

 

The expected salary range for this position is $66,171.73 - $82,714.67. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
• 401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education and Training Reimbursement
• Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
• 10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• For more information, review details on the Benefits page of our Career Site: https://www.thezenith.com/careers/benefits/

Zenith typically posts jobs for a minimum of 8 to 14 calendar days. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant’s criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.

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