Job Description
Job Description
We are a locally owned American Family Insurance agency seeking a Sales Specialist to help grow our agency through consistent, ethical, and performancedriven sales.
This is a goaloriented role for individuals who want to build a longterm career, not just a shortterm sales job.
What Youll Do
- Sell insurance products including Auto, Home, Renters, Umbrella, and Life
- Meet clearly defined monthly production goals
- Educate customers on coverage, not just price
- Build quality business that retains and renews
- Follow underwriting guidelines and compliance standards
What Were Looking For
- Selfmotivated and accountable
- Comfortable with goals and performance tracking
- Coachable and open to feedback
- Honest, professional, and detailoriented
- Longterm mindset focused on growth
What This Role Is (and Is Not)
This role IS:
- Structured and performancebased
- Supported by coaching and clear expectations
- Designed to build renewal income over time
This role is NOT:
- A guaranteedpay or clockin, clockout job
- A callcenter environment
- A place to cut corners to close sales
Compensation & Growth
- Monthly base stipend
- Tiered commission based on production
- Renewal income tied to quality business
- Bonus opportunities
- Clear path to higher earnings through consistency and performance
About Us
We are a local agency backed by American Family Insurance, offering the stability of a national carrier with the personal service of a hometown team. Our agency is connected to Ankeny and surrounding communitieswe value relationships, integrity, and doing business the right way.
Location: Ankeny, IA (local/inoffice role)
Licensing: Must be willing to obtain and maintain insurance licensing
If youre driven, professional, and ready to be accountable for your results, wed like to talk.
Benefits
Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities
Flexible Schedule
Career Growth Opportunities
Mon-Fri Schedule
Base Salary Plus Commissions
Advancement Opportunities
Long-Term Career Growth
Mentorship with Established Agent
Pay Raise Opportunities
Ongoing Training Seminars
Work-Life Balance
Flexible Hours
Bonus Opportunities
Weekends Off
Holidays Off
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional service to our policyholders via phone, email, and in person.
- Assist clients with policy inquiries, changes, and claims processing.
- Identify opportunities to present relevant insurance products and solutions to meet client needs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction.
- Manage and update client records accurately in our system.
- Collaborate with the agent to support sales efforts and achieve team goals.
- Stay informed about new products, services, and industry regulations.
Requirements
- Valid Iowa Insurance License (Life and Property and Auto preferred, or willingness to obtain - state of Iowa).
- If unlicensed, will offer a 30-day probation period to become licensed.
- Previous experience in customer service, ideally within the insurance industry.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with computer systems and standard office software.
- A genuine desire to help people and solve problems.
- Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small, dedicated team.