Associate Underwriter

This job is responsible for performing basic underwriting functions under approved guidelines for small to mid-size businesses. The responsibilities of this position include learning underwriting concepts and the business of Delta Dental to make sound risk and financial decisions on Delta's commercial book of business.

Responsibilities:

• Performs comprehensive client-specific experience analysis to provide appropriate rates based on risk assessment and evaluation of smaller or less complex cases.
• Works with fellow underwriting team members through underwriting peer review process.
• Advises and provides guidance to sales and other internal customers on the underwriting rationale.

Qualifications:

• 0+ w/Bachelor's degree
• Candidates with proven related experience may be considered for this position. One year or more of experience in underwriting or a related field
• Intermediate communication skills, written and verbal
• Intermediate mathematics knowledge
• Candidate/ employee must be detail-oriented with analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Current Dental Terminology ("CDT") codes and dental nomenclature is preferred.

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 16. $45,400 - $95,000

Additional Information:

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Competitive base and incentive pay
• 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information

Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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Client-provided location(s): Alpharetta, GA, Gunnison, CO

Job ID: Delta_Dental-2731

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-07-24T23:38:27