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Underwriting Supervisor

$69,264 - $88,645 minimum starting pay

Job Level - Manager

Shelter maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in geographic location, education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands. Please remember that this range is the starting base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position.

What You Will Be Doing:

Have overall responsibility for assigned underwriting unit.
Supervise and coordinate staffing, work assignments, employee performance and productivity of personnel.
Exercises underwriting expertise in determining statutory requirements and acceptability for individual applications, requests for policy changes and exceptions, evaluation and revision of department processes, billing, money handling and bad debt processes and identifying physical inspection needs to confirm physical hazards, liability exposures and valuations as appropriate.
Perform personnel functions including hiring, employee development and guidance, performance appraisals, work reviews and salary reviews.
Participate in various projects, committees, meetings and training programs at the Company and Department levels.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively supervise, instruct, coach, counsel, and objectively evaluate employees.
Strong oral and written communication, presentation, and listening skills for interaction with agents, policyholders, applicants, and others.
Strong personal computer skills, including ability to learn new software products.
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines while being able to maintain a positive attitude, work well in team situations and sustain good working relationships with others.
Demonstrates superior customer service skills when dealing with both internal and external customers.
Strong understanding of department and corporate functions and technological tools as well as underwriting regulations, rating and rules manuals, state and federal laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures.
Strong ability to assess risks and demonstrate flexibility when making decisions related to those risks.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and consumer related information.
General education background equivalent to full course of study at college level, successful completion of IIA coursework in General Insurance or Associate in Underwriting and suggested continuation of study in the CPCU program.
Typically requires a minimum of three years general insurance experience with thorough knowledge of underwriting principles and techniques.
Prior management experience preferred but not required.
Ability to perform essential functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Shelter's uncompromising commitment to excellence doesn't stop with our customers. We recognize our employees are what make us a premier organization in the insurance industry.

Shelter Employees enjoy such benefits as:

Health, Dental, Voluntary Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance
Savings and Profit Sharing 401(k)
Paid Time Off for Sick and Personal Leave, Vacation and Holidays
Vitality Wellness Program
"Dress for Your Day" Dress Code
Flexible Scheduling
And much more!

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If interested, please apply by: 11/04/2026

The Shelter Insurance® group of companies is a leader in the insurance industry, providing customers with exceptional insurance and financial products and services. Since opening our doors in 1946, we have become one of the most successful and financially-sound, super-regional insurance groups in the country. We provide a variety of insurance options for our customers including auto, home, life and business insurance. We SHELTER what matters most – delivering protection, value, and peace of mind.

At Shelter Insurance, we value, celebrate, and invest in people. With over 75 years of success, we have built a strong foundation rooted in doing the right thing and making progress that truly matters - for our employees, our customers, and our communities. Our employees are the backbone of our success, which is why we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment, offering competitive benefits and meaningful opportunities for growth and development. We strive to honor our legacy, while innovating for a future full of opportunities.

Shelter has a purpose driven culture that centers on:

Involvement Within Our Communities
Financial Strength & Stability
Benefits

This is your opportunity to be a part of an incredible company with people who encourage you and will help you grow personally and professionally. We champion diversity and strive to provide opportunities. Our family-oriented culture is one that promotes inclusion and positivity. Together we have achieved the winner of the Award for Best Places to Work since 2017!

Shelter Insurance is proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected classifications.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations for any part of the selection process, we're here to help you out. Please email [email protected].

Underwriting Supervisor