Telemarketer - State Farm Agent Team Member

Telemarketer / Sales Development Representative Entry Level (Path to Licensed Sales Role)

Nick Romo State Farm Full-Time | In-Office

Start in Sales. Learn the Industry. Grow Into a Licensed Producer.

Nick Romo State Farm is seeking a motivated, sales-minded Telemarketer / Sales Development Representative who is interested in building a long-term career in the insurance industry. This role is designed for someone who enjoys talking to people, generating opportunities, and wants a clear path into a licensed sales position within our agency. You will play a key role in driving new business by generating leads and setting appointmentswhile gaining hands-on experience and industry knowledge that prepares you for a future licensed sales role. If you are coachable, motivated, and looking for a career path (not just a job), this is a strong entry point into the insurance industry.

Career Growth Opportunity

This position is designed as a pipeline into a licensed sales role.

Opportunity to transition into a Producer / Account Manager role

Licensing support and guidance provided when ready to advance

Hands-on training in sales conversations, lead handling, and insurance fundamentals

Role Overview

As a Telemarketer / Sales Development Representative, you will focus on outbound calling, lead generation, and appointment setting. You will be the first point of contact for prospective customers, helping introduce our agency and identifying opportunities for our licensed team. This role builds the foundation for success in a future insurance sales career.

Key Responsibilities

Make outbound calls to prospective customers to introduce State Farm products and services

Identify and qualify leads by gathering key customer information

Schedule appointments for licensed agents

Follow up on leads from marketing campaigns and referrals

Provide basic information about insurance products and services

Maintain accurate records of calls, leads, and interactions

Track activity and performance against daily and weekly goals

Stay compliant with State Farm guidelines and communication standards

What We're Looking For

Interest in building a career in insurance and sales

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Comfortable making outbound calls and handling objections

Motivated, coachable, and goal-oriented

Ability to stay organized and manage multiple leads

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Prior telemarketing or sales experience is a plus, but not required

What We Offer

Base pay plus performance-based incentives

Clear path to a licensed sales role within the agency

Licensing guidance and support when ready to advance

Hands-on training and mentorship

A supportive, growth-focused team environment

Opportunity to build a long-term career in insurance

Ready to Start Your Career in Insurance Sales?

If you are motivated, eager to learn, and interested in growing into a licensed sales role, apply today to join Nick Romo State Farm and start building your future. This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diverse perspectives. Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Do you want a career and not just a job?

This busy insurance and financial services office has a passion to make a difference in the lives of others and better the community. We are a growing agency with big dreams and lots of potential. We attribute our success to having a fun, energetic environment that is an enjoyable place to work. Our well-trained team uses state of the art technology to achieve outstanding results. If you want to make an impact, see immediate success, we could be the place for you! If you're willing to work hard and you expect to get results from yourself and those around you, we want to meet you and talk about the opportunity we have for you. If you believe in having fun in a stable working environment and have a willingness to learn, we should meet to discuss our career opportunity.

About Our Agency

• Our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.
• We help customers with their insurance and financial services needs, including Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Business Insurance, and Renters Insurance.
• Our office is located in Downtown Ithaca, NY.
• Additional languages spoken: Spanish

If 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.

Nicholas Romo - State Farm Agent