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Show me jobs like this one| Job Ref: | 30449 |
| Industry: | Insurance |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| State: | South Carolina (SC) |
| City: | Greer |
| Employer: | State Farm Insurance |
| Post Date: | 02/02/2012 |
| Job Description: |
Why State Farm? Our commitment to customers makes us the No. 1 insurer of cars and homes in the United States and an insurance leader in Canada. This same commitment to our work force is how we got here and how we stay here. Our 90-year track record highlights State Farm as an employer of choice committed to providing career opportunities that last a lifetime. From diverse backgrounds and talent, to meaningful work and comprehensive benefits, :Like a good neighbor...: isn't just a slogan. It's who we are and how we do business. WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION? Creates, develops, administers, and maintains group and individual training for agents and agents' staff Assists Agency Field Office management in working with agents on a variety of issues Provides expertise on various software packages for use by agents and agency field offices WHAT KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS ARE NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS POSITION? Makes scheduled visits with agents' offices to assess training needsDevelops basic project coordination skills and the ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments Has, or obtains within 6 months of appointment, appropriate insurance/financial services licenses as required by state or province to allow various activities to support agents' with insurance and financial services productsMay provide written or verbal counsel, prepare correspondence, and/or develop presentations to/for executive levels ITEMS OF NOTE Travel via commercial transportation or driving a motor vehicle to operations centers, conferences, agents' offices, etcMust maintain a valid license to lawfully operate vehicles as directed/requested by State FarmMay be required to work irregular hours In some states, may be required to possess an NASD Series 6 license. In addition, duties and responsibilities are limited for not possessing the license ADDITIONAL INFORMATION We are seeking candidates that have a high level of self-initiative, accountability, critical thinking skills, and excellent relationship building skills. What are the duties and responsibilities of this position? * Creates, develops, administers and maintains group and individual training for agents and agents' staff * Assists Agency Field Office management in working with agents on a variety of issues * Provides expertise on various software packages for use by agents and agency field offices What knowledge and skills are needed to be successful in this position? * Makes scheduled visits with agents' offices to assist with training * Has, or obtains within 3 months of appointment, appropriate insurance/financial services licenses as required by state to allow various activities to support agents' with insurance and financial services products * Continued employment is dependent upon the successful completion of required licensure * Required to obtain an NASD Series 6 license * Provides written or verbal counsel, prepare correspondence, and/or develop presentations to/for various levels, may include executive levels Additional information: * This position provides a developmental opportunity to prepare for Agency * The selected candidate must have a strong desire to become a State Farm Agent * A Sales, Marketing and/or Banking background is beneficial * Industry awareness and knowledge of Financial Services products (Life and Bank) is desired * Must possess the ability to demonstrate creativity while motivating agents and agents' staff with sales and marketing promotions * Must possess experience with social media and networking * Working knowledge of Prospector+ is strongly desired * This position requires regular travel via a company provided vehicle * Due to the nature of your work, your hours may be irregular BENEFITS: TOTAL REWARDS Our Total Rewards benefits package includes: Competitive starting salary Annual merit reviews Annual bonus potential You may also be eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, Vision, 401(k) Plan (Savings & Thrift in Canada), Credit Union, a fully funded retirement pension plan, and more. To search for more information on careers in the U.S., visit statefarm.com/careers. To search for more information on careers in Canada, visit statefarm.ca/careers. State Farm Insurance is an equal opportunity employer |
