Office Clerk (Part-Time)

Location Silver Spring, Maryland Position Summary We are seeking a Part‑time Office Clerk to support the District Manager, district staff, agents, and policyholders in our Washington, DC office. This role is central to the daily operations of the district office and is responsible for managing administrative processes, financial transactions, customer inquiries, and office organization. Key Responsibilities Customer Service & Communication: Answer incoming calls, assist customers, and relay messages promptly to agents and sales managers. Return phone calls and follow up on inquiries as needed. Support agents with licensing, underwriting notifications, policyholder information, and Salesforce processes. Communicate with Home Office regarding policy status, claims, and underwriting. Payment Processing & Balancing: Process payments received by mail, drop box, walk‑in, or phone. Collect and reconcile client payments daily using the Salesforce “My Transactions Today” report. Maintain petty cash, balance daily transactions, and report out‑of‑balance amounts. Purchase and deposit money orders for cash collections. Monitor and clear the Administrator Deficiency Account within 24 hours. Complete weekly deposit sign‑off report and submit to District Manager. Conduct monthly review of money order and check transactions for accuracy. Review agent deficiency reports and provide updates to the District Manager on unresolved balances. Data Entry & Document Management: Enter paper applications into FDE Batch, scan, and index documents into the imaging system. Review Imaging Control Reports and ensure compliance with retention policies. Manage incoming email and mail: distribute, print, file, and process according to procedures. Prepare and ship outgoing mail for customers, agents, and Home Office. Follow company document retention policies, including shredding, storage, and imaging timelines. District & Agent Support: Maintain a secure and organized district office and supply room. Order and manage office supplies, company forms, and postage. Manage Premium Receipt Books: request, print, and mail to customers or agents as needed. Provide general support to District Manager and staff. Assist with additional tasks or initiatives as assigned to support the business needs. Equipment & Facilities: Submit and track service requests for office equipment. Ensure adequate supply levels are maintained through centralized ordering systems. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Minimum of 1+ years of administrative, office, or customer service experience required; prior insurance or financial services experience preferred. Skills: Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage financial transactions with accuracy and accountability. Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and Salesforce (preferred). Strong customer service mindset with the ability and willingness to assist both clients and internal staff. Salary Range: $11.01 to $18.79 per hour. Equal Employment Opportunity Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Benefits Health and dental plans available within the first month. 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts, and other retirement plans. Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications, and continuing education programs. Volunteer programs and community contribution opportunities. Paid time off and business casual dress policy. Employee discounts for shopping, dining, and travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr