Contact Center Associate

greatwestcareers; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Training and professional development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Great West Call Center is seeking a professional, customer-focused Call Center Associate to be the first contact for callers. You will answer inbound calls, assess needs, and route to the right department while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

The role emphasizes strong communication, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and maintaining professionalism on every interaction. Hybrid schedule and office presence support career growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; ability to work on the phone most of the day.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to navigate multiple software applications.

Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls in a professional, friendly manner.
• Identify caller needs and route to appropriate department.
• Provide information and assist callers while ensuring prompt service.
• Handle high call volumes with a positive, professional demeanor.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information.
• Support additional administrative and customer service functions as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Active listening

Customer service mindset

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Phone etiquette

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Multi-line phone systems

Job description

Call Center Associate

Create Positive First Impressions. Connect Callers to Solutions.

Great West is seeking a professional, customer-focused Call Center Associate to serve as the first point of contact for individuals calling our organization. In this role, you will answer inbound calls, assess the caller's needs, and efficiently route calls to the appropriate department or team member while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, has strong communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable spending the majority of the workday on the phone, managing multiple tasks, and representing Great West with professionalism and courtesy on every interaction.

Shift Schedule

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm & Saturday: 3:30pm - 11:00pm | Hybrid

What You'll Do

As a Call Center Associate, you will play a critical role in creating a positive experience for customers, agents, claimants, and business partners. Responsibilities may include:

• Answering all inbound calls received by Great West Casualty Company in a professional, friendly, and timely manner.
• Identifying caller needs and directing calls to the appropriate department or individual.
• Providing basic information and assistance while ensuring customers receive prompt service.
• Managing high call volumes while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
• Accurately complete quote forms, complete certificates of insurance, and/or contact insured to underwriters when a driver needs to be added to a policy.
• Assisting callers with general questions and navigating company resources.
• Monitoring call queues and prioritizing calls appropriately.
• Handling multiple phone lines and transferring calls efficiently.
• Utilizing company systems to locate information and support caller needs.
• Maintaining confidentiality while handling sensitive customer information.
• Providing exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Supporting additional administrative and customer service functions as assigned.

What Makes You Successful

• Outstanding verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused telephone presence.
• Strong customer service mindset with a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to remain calm, courteous, and professional in challenging situations.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to learn company processes, departments, and resources quickly.
• Dependability and strong attendance record.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Comfort spending the majority of the workday on the phone.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think quickly while assisting callers.
• Positive attitude and commitment to delivering a high-quality customer experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous call center, receptionist, customer service, administrative, or office experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong computer, data entry, and keyboarding skills.
• Experience working with multi-line phone systems is preferred.
• Ability to navigate multiple software applications while speaking with customers.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Training and ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to make a positive impact by helping customers and business partners every day.
• Hybrid working environment: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote with some fully remote options pending working hours

Who We Are

At Great West, an Old Republic Company, we are dedicated to serving the people and businesses that keep America moving. As one of the nation's leading providers of insurance solutions for the trucking industry, we partner with drivers, fleets, agents, and customers to deliver exceptional service, innovative solutions, and trusted expertise. Our success is built on the strength of our employees, with more than 1,200 professionals working across the country who are committed to integrity, collaboration, and making a difference every day.

We believe that great people build great companies. That's why we foster a culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're helping customers, supporting business operations, or supporting your team, your contributions matter. If you're looking for a career with a stable, respected organization that prioritizes customer service, teamwork, continuous learning, and employee well-being, we invite you to join Great West as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward, one mile at a time.

To learn more about Great West and our office locations, please visit www.orgreatwest.com

Great West is an Equal Opportunity Employer