Career Profile
Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks
Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks process insurance policies and forms, obatin and verify information from policyholders, and update existing policies and records to reflect changes.
General Information
Process new insurance policies, modifications to existing policies, and claims forms. Obtain information from policyholders to verify the accuracy and completeness of information on claims forms, applications and related documents, and company records. Update existing policies and company records to reflect changes requested by policyholders and insurance company representatives. Excludes Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (13-1031).
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Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 47 openings per year are projected for Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks.
Employment Change
Employment for Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 12.4% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $23.28/hour. Entry level workers are paid $17.32, while experienced workers are paid $29.19. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 335 Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 377.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks are Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities, Insurance Carriers, and Office Administrative Services.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks include Customer and Personal Service, Administrative, and English Language.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Insurance Claims & Policy Processing Clerks is HS diploma or less. 30% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.