At Hortica, we believe people are our competitive advantage. We strive to attract, train and motivate our employees to keep Hortica as a market leader in our industry. We are committed to hiring people with the potential to excel. As a brand of the Sentry Insurance Group, we are the insurance specialists for the horticultural industry in America.

What You’ll Do

The ideal Risk Control Consultant will be located in Northern Illinois or Southern Wisconsin and be able to conduct onsite safety and risk assessments and training to our business insurance customers. This position services a large multi-State territory and requires significant overnight travel.  Core service States include MN, WI, IA, IL, MO, with occasional travel to other locations.

Additionally, you’ll:

• Conduct onsite risk evaluation surveys and complete detailed reports to assist our Underwriting groups with account acceptability.

• Provide risk management and consultative services to businesses by developing and implementing safety polices, programs and procedures specific to each account.

• Develop and demonstrate safety management expertise in areas such as commercial property protection, employee safety, product and employment liability and vehicle safety.

• Develop, coordinate and conduct safety/risk management training programs for accounts to promote awareness and reduce claim frequency and severity.

• Develop and execute service proposals and plans to large accounts.

What it Takes

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

• Experience working in Horticulture/greenhouse farming setting (growing crops and vegetables in a greenhouse), and/or knowledge of produce food safety practices - GAP, GMP, GFSI, etc. a plus

• Emphasis in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or Physical Sciences preferred

• 2-5 years of insurance safety consulting preferred

• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FSMA, and EPA pesticide regulations

• High level of independence, organization, and self-motivation to work from home

• Ability to coordinate and service large accounts with multi location operations

• Familiarity with occupational safety and fire protection standards or regulations

• High level of verbal and written communication skills

• Acceptable motor vehicle record

• Ability to travel overnight up to 50% of the time

Based on qualifications and experience this position can be filled as a Risk Control Consultant I or a Risk Control Consultant II.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant I in the state of Illinois is $68,430-$93,975 annually.

The pay range for a Risk Control Consultant II in the state of Illinois is $82,740-$113,820 annually.

What You’ll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office.

• Company vehicle with gas card

• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

• Extensive Work-Life Resources to lend a helping hand.

• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU).

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers since 2017. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry’s leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Casey Van Der Geest

[email protected] 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.