What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ag Specialty Appraiser position at Farm Bureau Financial Services?
Ag Specialty Appraiser
Who We Are: With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We’re proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.
What You’ll Do: As an Ag Specialty Appraiser you will be responsible for providing accurate evaluation of desk review estimates for agriculture and specialty equipment. You will also:
· Act as a subject matter expert, offering direct support to Ag Specialists in evaluating damaging and salvage value on ag and specialty equipment.
· Leverage industry knowledge to ensure accurate assessments, promote consistency in appraisal practices, and support decision-making in complex or high-value claims.
· Conduct thorough agricultural equipment estimate reviews, granting appropriate payment authority, and providing technical expertise.
· Collaborate with adjusters and management across business units to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent claims resolutions, while maintaining compliance with internal guidelines and industry standards.
· Conduct training sessions and provide ongoing support to Ag Specialists, field representative, and management on damage assessment procedures for ag and specialty equipment.
· Respond to inquiries and/or concerns from policyholders, agents, business unit management, regulatory agencies, and the public claim matters.
What It Takes to Join Our Team:
· College degree or equivalent plus five years relevant experience required.
· Senior appraiser or related work experience preferred.
· Previous experience in estimating agricultural, heavy truck and specialty equipment is required.
· Must demonstrate the ability to accurately appraise all aspects of damage to specialty equipment.
· Demonstrated leadership, customer service, team orientation, and technical/business/industry regulations related skills required.
· Travel may be required and must be able to work under all kinds of weather conditions.
Salary : $45,000 - $63,000
