TELEPHONE SALES REP - REMOTE

Fls Connect; Overland Park (KS); Remote; USD 15,153 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Retention bonus

Health insurance

Job summary

Fls Connect is seeking a full-time Telephone Sales Representative to make outbound fundraising calls from home. Candidates must have a quiet workspace and necessary tools for remote work.

This position offers a starting wage of $11/hour during training, increasing to $16/hour after, with potential bonuses. Training lasts three weeks, and further benefits include paid time off and insurance options.

Qualifications

• Must work full-time day shift Monday-Friday.
• Must own a computer that meets system requirements.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Make outbound fundraising calls.
• Follow provided messaging on calls.
• Utilize appropriate political reasons.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service.

Skills

Communication Skills

Voice Clarity and Tone

Stamina

Manual Dexterity

Emotional Resilience

Education

High school diploma or some college education

Tools

Computer

USB headset

Web camera

Job description

Job Details

Position Title: TSR

Location: Remote work from home

Job type: Full time

Salary: $11.00 - $20.00 hourly

Shift: AM

Category: Outbound Telemarketing

Position Overview

As a Telephone Sales Representative (TSR), you will be responsible for making outbound fundraising calls to potential donors, engaging in conversations, and soliciting pledges for client projects. FLS is a performance‑driven environment with daily goals for each project. This is a work‑from‑home position that requires a quiet, distraction‑free workspace and the use of your computer, USB headset, web camera, and wired internet connection (no Wi‑Fi).

Core Values

• Excellence: We believe in quality results delivered by investing in our people.
• Freedom: We encourage exploration, experimentation, agility, and responsiveness.
• Respect: We believe in trust, empathy, and empowering our employees.
• Teamwork: We embrace diversity, inclusion, and the power of collaboration.
• Transparency: We value open communication and clear decision‑making.
• Accountability: We emphasize personal responsibility as the foundation of success.

Compensation and Benefits

• Paid Training (weeks 1‑3) at $11 per hour (or state minimum wage, whichever is higher).
• The base wage is $16 per hour after completing 3 weeks of training, with a bonus potential of earning up to $20 per hour.
• Retention bonus: $250 available after 4 weeks based on active status in good standing and performance (work 80 hours in the pay period and above $20 RPH).
• $500 available after 7 weeks based on active status in good standing and performance (full‑time working at least 64 hours in the pay period).
• Referral bonus program.
• Benefits for full‑time employees include paid time off, retirement with matching, health with Health Savings Account, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Make outbound fundraising calls to solicit pledges for client projects.
• Follow provided and client‑approved messaging on every call.
• Utilize fundraising call structure, appropriate political reasons, and transition phrases as required.
• Use responsive listening to provide appropriate situational responses.
• Meet and maintain project goals and efficiency metrics.
  • Occupancy ratio of 85% (Occupancy = Logged Hours / Payroll Hours).
  • 95% on‑time (start of shift and back from breaks and lunch).
  • 95% shift adherence/absenteeism.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service and react quickly to the person being called.
• Accept coaching and counseling with a positive attitude.
• Maintain a professional appearance and behavior.
• Stay focused on the current project and prepare for each call.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must work full‑time day shift Monday‑Friday. Additional shifts may be required during the peak busy season.
• Must work in the continental United States.
• Must own your computer (that meets system requirements), USB headset, web camera, and wired internet connection (no Wi‑Fi).
• Must have a quiet, uninterrupted, undistracted workspace to ensure professional interactions with clients.
• Must pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Physical Qualifications:
  • Communication Skills: Clear and effective verbal communication is essential. Articulate the message clearly, actively listen, and respond appropriately.
  • Voice Clarity and Tone: Pleasant and engaging voice with good pronunciation and diction.
  • Stamina: Ability to maintain energy and enthusiasm during extended periods of talking.
  • Sitting or Standing: Seated most of the shift, with limited movement if a standing workstation is used.
  • Manual Dexterity: Comfortable using a computer, typing quickly, and navigating software or database systems.
  • Hearing and Listening Abilities: Good hearing and active listening to understand donor responses.
  • Vision Abilities: Quick, accurate reading of scripts displayed on a computer monitor.
  • Multitasking: Manage data entry while conversing with donors.
  • Emotional Resilience: Maintain a positive attitude and handle potential setbacks.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma and/or some college education is a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year of outbound sales, outbound fundraising, or outbound collections experience.

Monitoring and Taping

All calls made by the telephone fundraisers will be monitored and recorded for quality and training purposes.

EEO Statement

FLS Connect is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. FLS Connect participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, a federal tax credit that helps employers hire individuals from targeted groups who face barriers to employment. Completing the WOTC questions in the application helps identify potential eligibility for this program. The information you provide is voluntary and will not affect employment.