Senior Underwriter

Looking for a way to make an impact and help people? Join PacificSource and help our members access quality, affordable care! PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age. Diversity and Inclusion: PacificSource values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and fostering a workplace in which individual differences are appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. Position Overview: Responsible for accurate and reliable underwriting activities for all lines of business. Generate insurance proposals, renewals, and other insurance plan related reports, quotes, financial settlements, etc., for Marketing and Actuarial Services Departments. Primary business focus will be large accounts. Member of the response team for Request for Proposals (RFPs). Essential Responsibilities: * Apply established formulas and guidelines for timely and accurate rating of existing and prospective insurance contracts. Clearly articulate the reasoning and method behind rating actions. Process insurance plan proposals, renewals, alternate and optional quotes, settlements, ASO contracts, and declinations. * Make necessary computations from information contained in company software and database applications, prepare all supportive documentation, assemble final information and documents properly, and distribute finished items to the proper individuals. * Meet with agents, group administrators, and others related to the RFP, quote, or renewal process on phone or in person having ability to not need supervisor present. * Establish rates from a fully insured and self-insured w/ or w/o stop loss perspective. Articulate the differences from a pro/con perspective to internal/external audiences. * Provide mentorship, leadership and training other underwriters. * Work with the RFP team and respond in a timely manner. * Produce and maintain charts, tables, the Actuarial Services Manual, and other various Actuarial Services documents, under the direction of supervisor. * Provide support to Marketing Department, brokers, and agents by offering technical expertise regarding rating and benefit evaluation. * Provide information to, or requests information from, group policy administrators, agents, and other internal or external customers in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner. * Provide backup support for other Actuarial Services Department functions when necessary. * Perform other duties as assigned. Supporting Responsibilities: * Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations. * Follow the PacificSource privacy policy and HIPAA laws and regulations concerning confidentiality and security of protected health information. * Perform other duties as assigned. SUCCESS PROFILE Work Experience: Minimum of 4 years of group underwriting experience in the health insurance industry, including but not limited to, the preparation of health insurance industry documents and data entry. Preference for underwriters with proposal experience, medical underwriting, and risk adjustment methods. Education, Certificates, Licenses: Requires BS or BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge: Strong knowledge of underwriting concepts and ability to employ established underwriting procedures. Must be a seasoned, confident decision maker able to clearly articulate the reasoning and method behind rating actions. Accountable fo To view the full job description, click here