Careers at AMERIND

Join Our Team. Make a Difference at AMERIND.

At AMERIND, every team member contributes to our vision of Tribes Protecting Tribes. When you join our team, you will help ensure that our clients and policyholders can access the affordable and sustainable services that protect Tribal Nations, businesses, and individuals.  

Our organization is seeking exceptional individuals who share our passion for the success of our mission and the well-being of our client base. Please find a list of current open positions below.

AMERIND offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. 100% employer-paid benefits for you and eligible dependents. Educational assistance to expand your insurance knowledge and earn your degree.

Underwriting

Director of Underwriting

Job Summary
Oversees and manages the underwriting team, ensuring the quality, integrity, and optimization of underwriting processes while driving profitable growth and effective portfolio management across all lines.

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking 
  • Interest in viewing issues from multiple perspectives 
  • Detail oriented 
  • Transparent and interactive in managing projects  
  • Communicative and people-oriented   
  • Agile in decision-making 
  • Problem problem-solving approach that suggests trustworthiness 
  • Effective delegation and support 
  • Familiarity of technology infrastructure and user of technology tools 
  • Strong systems-thinking capabilities to integrate underwriting processes, technology platforms and market demands 

Commercial Lines Underwriter

Job Summary
Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate the degree of risk involved, determine acceptance of applications, coverage amounts, and premiums for personal or commercial lines business. Responsible for retention of new and existing business in accordance with the company’s underwriting philosophy and individual level of authority. This individual also maintains positive and professional relationships with broker partners, third-party administrators, or financial institutions.

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Customer Focused  
  • Detailed Oriented  
  • Technical Knowledge and Skills  
  • Planning and Organizing  
  • Communication Skills (verbal and written)  
  • Analytical and Decision-making skills  
  • Interpersonal Skills  
  • Math skills

Senior Underwriter

Job Summary
The Senior Underwriter is responsible for risk evaluation, selection, pricing, and retention of new and existing business in accordance with company underwriting philosophy and individual level of authority. This individual also develops and maintains positive and professional relationships with broker partners, third party administrators or financial institutions. Requires demonstration of a high level of proficiency and knowledge in commercial, personal, worker’s compensation and auto lines of business.  

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Customer Focused
  • Detailed Oriented
  • Technical Knowledge and Skills
  • Planning and Organizing
  • Communication Skills (verbal and written)
  • Analytical and Decision-making skills
  • Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills
  • Math skills

Underwriter II

Job Summary
Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate the degree of risk involved, determine acceptance of applications, coverage amounts and premium for personal or commercial lines business. Responsible for retention of new and existing business in accordance with company underwriting philosophy and individual level of authority. This individual also maintains positive and professional relationships with broker partners, third party administrators or financial institutions.   

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Customer Focused  
  • Detailed Oriented  
  • Technical Knowledge and Skills  
  • Planning and Organizing  
  • Communication Skills (verbal and written)  
  • Analytical and Decision-making skills  
  • Interpersonal Skills  
  • Math skills  

Underwriter I

Job Summary
Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate the degree of risk involved, determine acceptance of applications, coverage amounts and premium for personal or commercial lines business. Responsible for retention of new and existing business in accordance with company underwriting philosophy and individual level of authority. This individual also maintains positive and professional relationships with broker partners, third party administrators or financial institutions.  

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Customer Focused
  • Detailed Oriented
  • Technical Knowledge and Skills
  • Planning and Organizing
  • Communication Skills (verbal and written)
  • Analytical and Decision-making skills
  • Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills
  • Math skills

Underwriter Technician

Job Summary
To provide technical assistance and support services to the Underwriting team and management, with appropriate approval.  Underwriting tech handles several aspects of policy processing and issuance, which include new business and/or renewal preparation; endorsement processing; cancellations; and/or all other policy processing-associated tasks. Ability to balance attentiveness to detail with deadlines and prioritization needs. 

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Customer Focused 
  • Detailed Oriented 
  • Technical Knowledge and Skills 
  • Planning and Organizing 
  • Communication Skills 
  • Analytical and Decision-making skills 
  • Interpersonal Skills 

Business Development

Event Planner

Job Summary
The Event Planner is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of internal and external events that align with AMERIND’s strategic goals and organizational vision.  This role involves assessing event objectives, conceptualizing themes, and managing all logistical and administrative aspects to ensure seamless execution. The Event Planner designs and manages the end-to-end coordination of internal and external events, including venue selection, vendor management, catering, staffing, and audiovisual requirements. This role monitors event budgets, evaluates facility and equipment needs, and ensures all events are executed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This job description does not represent an inclusive list of all duties encompassed in this position.

Position Characteristics and Competencies

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Project management
  • Budget management
  • Program solving and flexibility
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Interest in discovering and developing new ideas
  • Customer service focused
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Agility and adaptability in decision making

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AMERIND is an equal employment opportunity employer exercising Native American preference in employment and training as authorized in section 7 (b) (1) of P.L. 93-638. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, creed, religion, sex, age, color, national origin, physical handicap, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, or political affiliation. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. AMERIND hires individuals based on their qualifications for the job. To the greatest extent feasible, preference will be given to qualified Native American and Alaskan Natives for employment and training opportunities. We encourage you to contact our Human Resource Department for job inquiries.

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