Insurance Sales Associate - Local Growth & Community Impact

Mike Clauson Farmers Insurance; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Hands on Training

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Mike Clauson Farmers Insurance in Oakland is seeking a motivated Sales Associate to meet with local residents, assess insurance needs, and provide honest guidance without high-pressure tactics. You will build trust and grow a local client base in a friendly community setting.

As part of the team, you will prepare accurate quotes for families and small businesses, maintain an active sales pipeline, and assist clients with billing or policy updates.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated sales or customer-facing experience.
• Ability to translate policy details into clear guidance for clients.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Comfort with computers and multiple software tools.
• Genuine interest in helping people understand insurance options.

Responsibilities

• Meet with local residents to assess insurance needs and identify coverage gaps.
• Prepare clear, accurate quotes that provide real protection for families and small businesses.
• Follow up with new leads and existing clients to keep policies up-to-date.
• Maintain an organized pipeline of potential customers through outreach and relationship building.
• Resolve client inquiries regarding billing, claims, or policy changes with patience.
• Collaborate with the agency owner on local outreach to increase Oakland visibility.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer-focused

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Helping others navigate insurance

Education

Property & Casualty insurance licenses

Tools

Insurance quoting platforms

Job description

Mike Clauson Farmers Insurance in Oakland is seeking a motivated Sales Associate to meet with local residents, assess insurance needs, and provide honest guidance without high-pressure tactics. You will build trust and grow a local client base in a friendly community setting.

As part of the team, you will prepare accurate quotes for families and small businesses, maintain an active sales pipeline, and assist clients with billing or policy updates.