Field Sales Assistant

About Us

With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We're proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

Responsibilities

• Support District Managers and State Growth Consultants in the field.
• Perform administrative duties including report preparation, calendar functions, meeting set up, and basic accounting functions.
• Act as a liaison to Home Office resources.
• Track and communicate key information; use Excel for daily reports.
• Adapt to varied duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree (office administration or secretarial preferred) or equivalent plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational, time management, and meeting planning/facilitation skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills, including strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a can-do/will-do positive attitude.
• Advanced computer skills; ability to quickly learn multiple systems (Microsoft Word and Excel skills preferred).
• Ability to maintain and safeguard confidential information.
• Must work from our office in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Benefits

• Competitive paycheck.
• Career development and educational opportunities.
• Enhanced 401K with a company match.
• Low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
• Onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs.
• Onsite daycare center and cafeteria.
• Consideration for hybrid work arrangements for many positions.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis without any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future.