RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster, Specialist

Zurich Insurance

. Complete field inspections, including reading maps and aerial photos and measuring fields and storage bins .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $49,500 - $81,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting field inspections and evaluating crop damage while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in communication and organization to effectively manage claims and collaborate with agricultural stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP)Field InspectionsCrop Damage AssessmentRegulatory ComplianceMicrosoft Office Skills

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Hard Skills

Field InspectionsCrop Damage AssessmentFact FindingClaim ReviewsLoss Information RecordingBasic Principles of NegligenceTraveling for ClaimsWalking in Agricultural FieldsClimbing Agricultural Storage BinsLifting 25 lbs. to 50 lbs.

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInterpersonal CommunicationOrganizationPrioritization

Certifications & Qualifications

Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP)

Industry Keywords

Agricultural AreaCrop Insurance IndustryClaims ManagementIndemnitiesTeam ProjectsCalifornia Agricultural Counties

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete field inspections, including reading maps and aerial photos and measuring fields and storage bins
Discuss crop-loss findings with farmers on complex, non-routine, problematic, and controversial claims
Convey complex regulations and interpretations to claimants, agents, and industry people
Perform fact finding regarding crop damage
Record and transmit loss information to accurately determine potential indemnities
Gather relevant facts, utilize applicable law, and establish basic principles of negligence
Complete claim reviews and audits on lower-level adjusters as assigned
Maintain working knowledge of regulatory and company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance
Contribute to team projects and related results
Service agricultural counties within a 50-mile radius of Fresno, Tulare, Kern, and Madera, California
Travel approximately 50% to cover the territory
For the Crop Claims Specialist, travel outside the assigned area, participate on CAT teams, and/or provide remote assistance for CROP Claims Care Center calls and CCP claims

Requirements

What you’ll need

For RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more months of experience in the agricultural area
For Crop Claims Specialist: High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or years of experience in the agricultural or crop insurance industry
Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program Certification (CAPP) must be obtained within 180 days of hire
Reliable/personal transportation and travel within the assigned territory
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to walk in agricultural fields up to 3 miles
Ability to climb agricultural storage bins up to 50 feet
Ability to lift 25 lbs. to 50 lbs.
Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures/weather conditions
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills preferred
Strong organization and prioritization skills preferred
Experience as a Crop Claims Field Adjuster preferred
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills preferred
No employment sponsorship offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive bonus eligibility: 5% for RCIS Crop Claims Field Adjuster I
Short-term incentive bonus eligibility: 10% for RCIS Crop Claims Specialist
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
Growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment
Full-time schedule
Home-based office