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Company

Knights of Columbus · 22 hours ago

Underwriter

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$59K/yr - $92K/yr

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Appraises, classifies, and takes action to approve or decline applications for new insurance, changes of plan, conversions, exchanges, reinstatements, and additions of benefits.

Determines extra premiums for medical impairments and special hazards such as aviation, occupation, foreign residence and travel, and unusual avocations.

Classifies each insurance applicant to eliminate adverse selection while maintaining equitable mortality.

Communicates with field force and Home Office personnel regarding insurance applications and adjustments.

Answers routine inquiries from other departments and field force concerning the Order’s underwriting policies, practices, and procedures related to individual applications.

Qualification

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Medical terminologyHuman anatomyFederal insurance regulationsState insurance regulationsKofC policiesInsurance products knowledgeBusiness judgmentRisk assessment skillsLOMA coursesALU coursesLife underwriting experience

Required

Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy; ability to understand and apply medical knowledge to insurance applications.

Knowledge of federal and state insurance regulations

BS or BA degree.

LOMA and ALU courses.

Preferred

Knowledge of KofC policies and insurance products/offerings

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Good business judgment/risk assessment skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Capable of making informed, independent decisions

Attention to detail

Benefits

Time Away: 13 paid holidays per year in addition to vacation and paid sick leave, and flexible workweek schedules.

Professional Development: Certifications, designation, and tuition reimbursement.

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, and cash balance retirement plans fully funded by the company.

Health and Wellness:

• Short-term disability and term life insurance fully paid for by the company;

• Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under STD policy.

• One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.

• A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions.

• Long-term disability insurance;

• Dental insurance;

• Vision insurance;

• Health club membership reimbursement;

• Employee Assistance Program