Risk Control Specialist- Trainee

Company: Great West Casualty Company
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: May 18, 2025

Job Description:

Are you looking to launch or advance your career in insurance? Consider a career as a Risk Control Specialist. You'll be joining an industry-leading Fortune 500 employer. You'll have room to grow personally and professionally with the company's support as you develop in your role.

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

As a Risk Control Specialist, you will help to evaluate current and potential insureds. As you grow, you will be able to help our insureds operate safely and more efficiently. This entry-level position provides a robust training program, allowing you to learn the industry, partner with experienced professionals, and impact the company's growth. In this role, you will:

Participate in a comprehensive training program, including one-on-one mentoring, classroom instruction, and self-study.
Conduct virtual meetings with motor carrier management to assess risk and organizational culture.
Engage with insureds and provide guidance, training, tools, and information.
Develop and provide specialized reports to aid in the priorities and focus of the organization.
Travel as needed to agencies, industry events, and insured locations.
Continually improve through our company-paid continuing education and advancement opportunities.

To be successful in this position, you will need:

Bachelor's Degree in risk management, insurance, supply chain management, business, or a related field is preferred.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and assess potential risks.
Willingness to learn and maintain industry knowledge and regulations and risk control techniques with motor carriers.
Proven experience working on a team and collaborating well with others.
Open to travel.

Your Future Starts Here: Benefits That Support Your Lifestyle

Competitive Compensation
Generous paid time off and paid company holiday schedule
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, Company Match 401(k), HSA, FSA
Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility and Family Planning Assistance, Pet Insurance, Retail Discount Programs
Community volunteer opportunities
Wellness programs, gym subsidies, and support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Scholarships for dependents and tuition reimbursement to further your education
Company paid continuing education and monetary awards for professional development
Opportunities for a hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days remote)

Who we are:

For over 65 years, Great West Casualty Company has provided premier insurance products and services to thousands of truck drivers and trucking companies across America. We have offices located around the country, and over 1,200 professionals are proud to call us an employer of choice. We are dedicated to the success, happiness, and wellness of our employees. If you are looking for a company where your contributions are valued, your continued learning is financially supported, and customer service is a priority, we want to talk to you. Apply today and join one of America's largest insurers of trucking companies as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward one mile at a time.

Location: Arlington, TX; Bloomington, IN or South Sioux City, NE

To learn more about Great West and our office locations, please visit our website www.gwccnet.com.

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Great West Casualty Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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