ABS Program Manager

At Farmers Mutual Hail (FMH), our mission is simple: protect the livelihoods and legacies of America’s farmers through the complete farm insurance solutions we offer. As America’s Crop Insurance Company™, we’re headquartered in the U.S. and have been owned by the farmers we insure for over 125 years. Ag Brokerage Solutions (ABS), a Farmers Mutual Hail (FMH) company , is looking for an individual to lead and manage the Ag Brokerage Solutions program staff to consistently develop efficient and cost-effective processes and procedures to comply with regulations and company guidelines. REQUIREMENTS: Experience : A t least eight years of more years of P&C insurance experience. Previous experience in a supervisory role required. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required (Master’s degree preferred) Skills: Insurance industry designations necessary: INS 21, 22 and 23 courses; PBP designation, AFIS and/or CIC designation. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, especially Word and Excel. RESPONSIBILITIES : • Collaborates with other department and division heads to develop, communicate, and execute budget, goals, and strategies. • Identifies, assesses, communicates, monitors, and manages potential risks in accordance with the company’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program. • Manages Ag Brokerage Solutions (ABS) program employees in the department in accordance with the organizations policies, procedures, missions, vision, and culture, maintaining a safe, secure, and legal work environment. • Leads and evaluates employees using the performance management and development process to provide a foundation to encourage employee contributions, including goal setting, feedback, coaching, and career development planning. • Leads program teams to successful strategic results. • Coaches, mentors, and develops staff, providing career development opportunities. • Proficient with all applicable ABS systems, products, underwriting rules, and guidelines. • Manages the development, implementation, and updating of all program products, policies, and procedures. • Manges reinsurance placement and carrier relationships. This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization by Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company, SI. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time. Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company does not discriminate in employment (EOE). All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.