Underwriting Jobs in South Dakota

An Underwriter in the insurance industry is responsible for assessing risk and eligibility of potential clients. They play a key role by examining insurance applications and determining whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. Insurance underwriters use software to help analyze information and make decisions. They are essentially the ones who decide if an insurance company should take on a potential policyholder and how much premium to charge for taking on risk. This decision is made based on the potential client's risk profile, which is evaluated using technical data and statistical models.

Important skills for an insurance Underwriter include analytical skills, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and good judgment. They must be able to process complex information and make sound decisions. To increase their competency and credibility in the industry, Underwriters can pursue professional certifications such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Commercial Underwriting (ACU), or Associate in Personal Insurance (API). Prior to becoming an underwriter, individuals may have roles such as Insurance Agent, Claims Adjuster, or Risk Analyst. These roles provide valuable exposure and experience in the field of insurance which can be helpful in understanding the fundamentals of risk evaluation.

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Loss Mitigation, Underwriter l

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Mortgage Loan Underwriter II

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

. * Minimum 5 years of experience in jumbo underwriting to investor or organization's guidelines required. * Minimum 5 years of experience with state and federal lending regulations (i.e., Ability to...

Senior Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

The incumbent uses discretion of Underwriting authority within the policies of HMIG and ensures appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

** + 4 years of underwriting experience. **What Is in It for You?...

Associate Medical Stop Loss Underwriter

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

The incumbent develops and uses discretion of Underwriting authority, within the policies of HMIG, and ensure appropriate levels of profitability and growth over time....

Life & Disability Financial Underwriter

  • Pierre, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 3 days ago

**Use your skills to make an impact** **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience + Two or more years of Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability underwriting and...

Underwriter Multifamily (Bridge Loan)

  • Pierre, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 3 days ago

._ + Bachelors degree and 2+ years' experience in the evaluation of commercial real estate properties including property inspections, reviewing financial statements, and underwriting loan transactions...

Commercial Underwriter Senior (CRE Construction / USDA)

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago

What You Will Do: * Underwrite the entire spectrum of lending products, regardless of size or complexity, in a timely and efficient manner. * Understand and apply credit policies and minimum underwriting...

Underwriter Sr-Business Banking

  • Pierre, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 8 days ago

**Duties & Responsibilities:** + Analyze financial statements + Utilize bank systems for loan processing and completion of loan proposal + Complete underwriting and communicate credit decisions within...

Surety Underwriting Associate

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 8 days ago

Provides assistance and/or training to other Underwriting Associates as needed. May perform additional duties and project work as assigned....

Commercial Underwriter Senior (CRE Construction / USDA)NewRemote

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 10 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 10 days ago

What You Will Do: * Underwrite the entire spectrum of lending products, regardless of size or complexity, in a timely and efficient manner. * Understand and apply credit policies and minimum underwriting...

Case Underwriter III

  • Pierre, SD
  • 23 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 23 days ago

inquiries and requests, coordinating with multiple internal departments as necessary. + Learns to underwrite pending files received for review and contestable claims files for underwriting. + Works...

Underwriter, Wholesale, Specialty Products

  • Pierre, SD
  • 24 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 24 days ago

Makes sound underwriting decisions and ensures that all decisions meet legal and policy requirements....

Mortgage Underwriter Lead

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Oversee the underwriting workflow from initial assessment to final approval. Create, maintain, and communicate underwriting policies and procedures....

Underwriting Manager Avera Health Plan

  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 30+ days ago

A Brief Overview The Underwriting Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing underwriting functions to support the Avera Health Plans product offerings....

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in South Dakota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in South Dakota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
14.6%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.8%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in South Dakota
None
40.0%
2-4 years
26.7%
1-2 years
20.0%
4-6 years
10.0%
6-8 years
3.3%


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