Receptionist - State Farm Agent Team Member

Part Time Administrative AssistantDo you have a passion for helping others and love putting a smile on people's faces? Then you're a great fit to join our team! You'll act as the first point of contact for the business, answer phone calls, schedule/confirm appointments, handle mail and deliveries, data entry and updates, customer follow-up, and help us with other operational duties to keep everything running smoothly. If you're looking for a part time role where you make a difference, start your application today.Spanish speaking is required. Office experience is a plus.Responsibilities· Assist with administrative tasks, such as data entry, copying, filing etc. · Answer incoming phone lines and direct accordingly. · Manage voice mail/messages appropriately. · Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service and assist customers with payments, billing clarification, coverages, and policy changes. · Schedule and confirm appointments. · Maintain confidentiality with the capability of communicating sensitive or confidential issues with the utmost discretion.Qualifications· High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent · Comfortable taking telephone calls and mitigating stressful situations · At least one year of receptionist or administrative assistant, experience, or similar preferred · Possesses strong customer service skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and time management skills · Able to learn computer functions · Spanish speaking is required This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies. Employees of State Farm agents must be able to successfully complete any applicable licensing requirements and training programs. State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents' employees are not employees of State Farm. Compensation: $16.90 per hourAbout Our AgencyOur mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.Our office is located in Northeast Bakersfield.I have been a State Farm agent since 2000.Before becoming a State Farm Agent, I was previously employed as a State Farm Employee.I am a proud graduate of Tuskegee University.Additional languages spoken: SpanishIf you want a career, not a job, then we encourage you to apply.State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents' employees are not employees of State Farm. Agents are responsible for and make all employment decisions regarding their employees.