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Acadia Insurance is a regional property casualty insurer with offices throughout the Northeast.  As a member of W.R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB), one of the largest property casualty insurance holding companies in the United States, our financial strength and integrity are two of the main reasons why Independent Agents place business with us.  Acadia is rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best, with an A+ claim paying ability rating by Standard & Poor’s. 

At Acadia, we value our employees, our customers and our communities.  Employees at Acadia are part of a progressive company where everyone can make a difference.  We promote an inclusive environment which encourages continuous learning and the chance to grow and develop. 

Company URL:  https://www.acadiainsurance.com/

Assist in the acquisition and retention of profitable business by identifying and evaluating hazards and controls for new and existing accounts reduce and control potential losses.

• Conducts surveys and services on large, complex accounts by identifying and evaluating hazards and controls pertaining to all lines of coverage.
• Services existing accounts according to mutually agreed upon plans developed for each account.
• Submits recommendations to improve conditions which will mitigate or control the hazards identified and follows-up on recommendations.
• Assists accounts on potential exposures and promotes the value of Loss Control and sound safety program in the acquisition and retention of profitable business.
• Appraises properties to determine replacement costs for fire insurance coverage.
• Monitors own workload to ensure timely service and meet deadlines.
• Participates in agency visits and staff meetings as needed.
• Provides technical assistance to the claim department on losses.
• Provides loss control services for all departments and assists other departments in their efforts to write and retain profitable business.
• Coordinates the collection and dissemination of material related to specialized technical areas assigned.
• Participates in training and self-development and may mentor/train others within the department.
• Meets or exceeds Department Standards for production, quality and timeliness of survey work.
• Keeps abreast of industry news and developments.
• Exhibits proficiency in all types of surveys for all lines and programs. 

• 7+ years of advanced commercial insurance loss control or safety consulting experience.
• Demonstrated expertise evaluating large, highly complex, and specialized commercial accounts.
• Proficiency in conducting all survey types across all lines of business and insurance programs.
• Advanced understanding of property valuation methodologies, fire protection systems, industrial operations, regulatory compliance, and emerging risk exposures.
• Ability to interpret complex operational risks and provide strategic recommendations to insureds and underwriting leadership.
• Proven leadership abilities, including mentoring, coaching, and serving as a departmental subject matter expert.
• Strong project management, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with executive-level client contacts, agents, and internal business partners.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and ability to travel extensively.
• CSP, CPCU, ARM, ALCM, CFPS, PE, or other advanced industry designation. Preferred.
• Specialized expertise in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, transportation, agribusiness, or other commercial industries. Preferred.
• Experience leading large account service plans and complex risk improvement initiatives. Preferred.
• Expertise in commercial insurance loss control and safety consulting.
• Hazard identification and risk evaluation.
• Survey and inspection proficiency across all lines of coverage.
• Property valuation and replacement cost assessment.
• Risk mitigation and loss prevention planning.
• Fire protection systems knowledge.
• Industrial operations analysis.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Strategic risk assessment and recommendations.
• Mentoring and coaching.
• Project management.
• Analytical and decision-making skills.
• Relationship management.
• Technical claims support.
• Time management and deadline management.
• Ability to travel extensively.
• Physical ability to travel regularly to insured locations.
• Ability to walk construction sites, manufacturing facilities, farms, warehouses, and other commercial locations.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and navigate uneven terrain when conducting inspections.
• Ability to lift and carry inspection equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and maintain a valid driver's license.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Risk Management, Insurance, Engineering, Fire Protection, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.
Base salary & Benefits include Health, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role