Contact Center Associate

Great West, An Old Republic Company; South Sioux City (NE); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Great West, an Old Republic Company, is hiring a Call Center Associate in Nebraska. You will answer inbound calls, assess caller needs, and route calls to the right departments while delivering an outstanding customer experience.

The role emphasizes strong communication, multitasking, and professionalism on every interaction, with a hybrid schedule and opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in call center, receptionist, customer service, administrative, or office roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls in a professional and timely manner.
• Direct calls to appropriate department or individual.
• Provide information and assist customers while ensuring prompt service.
• Manage high call volumes with a courteous demeanor.
• Support additional administrative and customer service tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Active listening

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team player

Attendance

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

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