Workforce Development Jobs in Springfield, MO (NOW HIRING)

Pay: $50,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Job description:

Job Type
Full-time

Number of hires for this role
3 - 5

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Valid drivers license
• Must obtain relevant insurance licenses

Full Job Description:

The opportunity with our agencies:

We are rapidly expanding our team with our ever growing agency in the area of Springfield/Ozark, MO! Our agency has experienced over 9 years of consecutive growth including a record breaking years in 2020 thru 2023. We are looking for people to help us handle and be a part of this growth! We have full-time Independent Benefits Specialist/Contractor positions and opportunities to move into leadership roles. We offer full training and mentorship even if you have no experience in our industry. Our systems and mentorship programs are second to none, and you will learn and succeed side-by-side with a mentor who is 100% committed to your growth and success. We work in a fast-paced team environment, and we have FUN doing it! Having a state life and/or health insurance license can help expedite the process but it is not a requirement for consideration.

What you can expect:

Independent Benefits Specialist/Contractor use our propriety lead management system to meet with business owners and key decision-makers to discuss life and supplemental health benefits for their employees. This is an in person, Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm position. Our programs are unique to the industry and are valued in the communities we serve.

How you are compensated:

The average first-year income for a Benefits Contractor/Account Representative with our agency is $50,000 per year. Management roles average $90,000+ per year. There is also an opportunity for growth in many directions including opportunities of owning your own agency. Accounts that you manage are your clients and can yield rewarding relationships – both professional and financial. In addition to great initial income, you are paid renewals for the lifetime the programs you initiate, with 100% lifetime vesting after 10 years of service. This is one of the best retirement programs in the industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Motivated and coachable
• Licensed insurance agents a plus - Life and Health insurance license
• Have leadership ability
• Two (2) to three (3) years of sales experience with thorough knowledge of sales techniques.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical journals or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Ability to create, design and implement solutions to general and customer specific problems.
• Ability to self-direct various assigned initiatives and to work under limited supervision.

Working Conditions:

• Work involves extended periods of driving resulting in exposure to high vehicle traffic and extended periods of sitting.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions of heat, cold and humidity.
• Noise level is usually moderate but can become loud.

Job Type: Full-time

Income: $50,000.00 to $90,000/year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Hybrid Office/Travel

Salary/Compensation: $50,000 - $90,000 per year