Description
Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you have a solid background in the insurance industry and want to expand your knowledge and grow? If so, Homesteaders Life has a wonderful opportunity for you!
As a Policy Service Specialist your focus will be communicating with Homesteaders policy owners, agents and funeral home personnel on a variety of issues from routine to complex. Issuing Texas New Business, Processing Policy changes, Early Pay-ups and Reinstatements are just a part of this role. Cross-training and a dedication to Texas funeral contract compliance will ensure you are never bored!
Homesteaders provides consumer friendly insurance products to fund prearranged funerals through a network of independent funeral homes located throughout the United States. As a mutual life insurance company we exist to serve our policy holders and funeral home customers. We act with the highest level of integrity to promote the value of funeral service. Homesteaders is a leader in the industry and this pride and dedication starts with our employees!
Requirements
- Two or more years of experience in the insurance industry - Policy Administration, New Business/Underwriting or Claims. Emphasis on Texas compliance in any of these areas is a plus!
- Ability to apply a comprehensive understanding of policy provisions and values as well as preneed funeral contracts to solve work related problems.
- Ability to apply a comprehensive understanding of Texas funeral contract compliance as regulated by the Texas Department of Banking.
- Ability to carry out oral and written instructions with strong aptitude for attention to details.
- Excellent organization skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks at any given time.
- A bilingual (Spanish) background a plus!
- The ability to effectively communicate complex issues to a variety of audiences.
Benefits:
· Company sponsored group medical and dental insurance
· Company provided life insurance
· Company-matched 401(k) Plan plus a Success Sharing program
· An all employee incentive pay program
· Great work schedule - 4 1/2 day work week year round. Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and until 1:00 p.m. on Friday. Hybrid work schedule available after training period.
· Paid vacation and sick leave
· Company supported training and development with opportunity for advancement.
· Beautiful west side building including a full service Cafeteria, walking trail and Fitness Center.
· Excellent starting pay
About Homesteaders:
Homesteaders Life Company, a mutual company owned by its policy holders, is a national leader providing products and services to help people design a better farewell. Founded in 1906, Homesteaders is known for secure preneed funding and innovative solutions that help funeral and end-of-life professionals and consumers connect with each other.
We are currently hiring in AL, FL, GA, IA, IN, KS, LA, MI, MS, MT, NC, NE, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Skills Required
- Two or more years of experience in the insurance industry
- Comprehensive understanding of policy provisions and values
- Knowledge of Texas funeral contract compliance
- Ability to carry out oral and written instructions
- Excellent organization skills
- Ability to communicate complex issues
- Bilingual (Spanish) background
What We Do
Homesteaders Life Company is an insurance provider that specializes in funding prearranged funeral plans through preneed life insurance policies, helping families plan meaningful farewells with confidence.
