Sales Associate

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

Job Description

At Mike Clauson Farmers Insurance, we believe that insurance is about so much more than just a policy number; it is about standing by our neighbors in Oakland when life takes unexpected turns. We are a locally-focused team that takes pride in being a dependable resource for the families and businesses that keep this city running. We are currently looking for a motivated Sales Associate to join our office and help us continue that tradition of service. If you are someone who enjoys meeting new people every day and takes genuine satisfaction in knowing your work helps others stay protected, you will fit right in here. We aren't interested in high-pressure tactics or script-reading. Instead, we want someone who listens, learns, and provides honest guidance. You will have the chance to grow your skills, expand your professional network, and make a tangible difference for the folks who walk through our doors. If you are ready to build a lasting career with a supportive team that genuinely cares about your professional growth, we would love to meet you and talk about how you can contribute to our collective success.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Hands on Training
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Career Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Meet with local residents to assess their specific insurance needs and identify coverage gaps.

Prepare clear, accurate quotes that provide real protection for families and small business owners.

Follow up with new leads and existing clients to ensure their policies remain up-to-date and relevant.

Maintain an organized pipeline of potential customers through consistent outreach and relationship building.

Resolve client inquiries regarding billing, claims, or policy changes with patience and a problem-solving mindset.

Collaborate with the agency owner on creative local outreach efforts to increase our visibility in the Oakland community.

Requirements

Property & Casualty insurance licenses

Demonstrable experience working in a sales or customer-focused role.

Strong comfort level with computers and navigating multiple insurance quoting platforms simultaneously.

Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex policy details clearly.

Genuine interest in helping people navigate the often confusing world of insurance coverage.