Insurance Agent

About Minnwest

Minnwest is a family owned, community bank based in Minnesota and South Dakota. We believe our success is measured by the extent in which we have a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are committed to building strong, vibrant communities through our core values: The customer is the first priority. We will keep all of the commitments we make. We are the people who get things done. We will work together as a team.

Job Summary

The Agent's accountability includes performing and coordinating a variety of insurance operation activities that: 1) serve agency clients' best interests and 2) contribute to the growth and profitability of the organization. Primary duties include providing support to the Market Manager with administrative assignments and representing the agency with superior customer service standards.

Duties And Responsibilities (including But Not Limited To)

• Represent the agency in the sale of all insurance products and services
• Process all policy endorsements
• Maintain agency billing and deposits
• Aid customers with necessary paperwork and answer and resolve any questions regarding insurance products and services
• Identify prospects, market and sell multiple insurance products (crop, home, life, auto, mortgage, etc.)
• Write and secure new policies
• Maintain and update existing insurance programs to provide favorable coverage, cost terms, and claim settlements for a variety of types of insurance
• Call clients to review, renew, or sell additional coverage if needed and get referral business

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2+ years of customer service / sales experience
• Office products, Teams, customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Property & Casualty insurance license prior to hire date with the expectation that the Life & Health licenses will be obtained within three months of hire

Office Environment

• Requires face-to-face interaction and coordination of work with other employees and departments
• In-person interaction
• Working at a computer and utilizing a telephone
• Occasionally lifting up to 50lbs
• May involve travel for trainings or meetings

Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pay

• Salary Range: $45,000 annual base + commission and bonus opportunity

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Retirement savings including 401(k) with Employer Match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid Holidays and Competitive Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, Critical Illness, and Accidental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off to volunteer in your community
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity and inclusion focused Employee Resource Group

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.