The Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool, a public entity risk pool providing property, liability, and workers’ compensation coverages to more than 2,800 local governments in Texas, is seeking an Underwriter to specialize in commercial lines of business. This position will work in our Underwriting Department out of our main office located in Austin, Texas. 
 
The ideal candidate will understand basic commercial insurance principles and have previous experience as an Underwriter, Underwriting Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or other insurance-related experience. 

Major job responsibilities include:

• Communicate in writing and orally with the Pool's members and prospective members regarding coverages, underwriting policies, re-rate, proposals, bids, and premium audits.
• Analyze members' loss records, contributions (premiums), coverages, and rating exposures. 
• Calculate and apply contributions for member coverages on bids, proposals, and re-rates that reflect established rates and guidelines.
• Research coverage questions/contract interpretations and make recommended modifications.
• Evaluate member contract terms and conditions against coverage conditions.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• The ability to work independently, be adaptable and receptive to new processes and situations and exercise sound judgment is required.
• The successful candidate must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and must have a basic understanding of insurance principles and units of local government.
• Analytical skills are required including a working knowledge of spreadsheets and underwriting software.
• The successful candidate must be service-oriented, courteous, and possess the skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Pool employees, public officials, members, and prospective members.
• A valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Education and Experience: 

A bachelors' degree in business, insurance, risk management, or a closely related field is required. Three years’ work experience, preferably in an insurance-related field, is preferred.

The minimum starting monthly salary is dependent upon qualifications. The position has a complete benefits package including Major Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance; participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System; and a 457 Deferred Compensation plan with a Roth deferral option.