Customer Care Representative

Farmers Group, Inc.

AZ(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditory, Billing, Broadband, Call Centers, Claims Processing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Support, Computer Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Identify Issues, Insurance, Keyboards, Leadership, Licensing, LinkedIn, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Policy Evaluation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Resolve Customer Issues, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Underwriting, Writing Skills
LOCATION
AZ
POSTED
1 day ago

We are Farmers - where ambition meets opportunity.

At Farmers, we're not just known for unforgettable jingle - we're a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people's lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn't just a goal - it's a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you'll find more than a job - you'll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

Ready to make your mark? Discover our vibrant culture and explore career opportunities at www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate. Connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and let's build something incredible together!

Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

If you are the kind of person who likes to solve problems and help others when they need it, you could be a perfect fit to grow your career with Farmers. This position is a critical part of Farmers Insurance as it supports our customers and agents. You will be the first point of contact for our customers, supporting inquiries and insurance policy needs by answering questions regarding coverage, rates, billing issues, and general policy reviews.

We care about your professional development at Farmers, so we offer paid training with our renowned University of Farmers before you start serving customers, so you can succeed in this role!

In this role you will:

  • Deliver exceptional customer service while proactively seeking solutions within compliance and legal requirements.
  • Communicate with customers via multiple channels (phone, chats, emails) while navigating multiple systems and platforms.

Essential Job Functions

  • Receive and respond to inquiries related to insurance matters. Interact with customers, agents, and others to resolve moderately complex issues regarding policy provisions and conditions. Evaluate and interpret policy information within prescribed authority limits.
  • Access account information and communicate while working in multiple systems. Use account information, deep product knowledge, and knowledge of compliance or legal requirements to make appropriate recommendations or decisions. Document customer interactions and outcomes thoroughly in system.
  • Escalate unresolved issues requiring advanced support for further resolution.
  • Build knowledge and acumen through self-directed learning. Stay informed about underwriting and policy guidelines and other updates including compliance and legal requirements. Help maintain department knowledge resources to keep them current.
  • Actively listen to customer concerns to identify trends or patterns. Recognize opportunities for process improvement and makes recommendations to leadership.
  • Partner with various departments including Policy Support, Claims and Underwriting to respond to customer inquiries. May work with external vendors to further address customer needs.
  • Adhere to assigned, tightly regulated schedule and follow procedures for requesting time off.

Job Details

  • Start Date & Hours:

  • Unlicensed start date: Tuesday, August 18th

  • Licensed start date: Tuesday, September 15th

  • Location:

  • This position will be FULLY REMOTE. You will need to provide a quiet, distraction-free environment and high-speed internet.

  • Training:

  • Class Training will last approximately 2 - 3 months through our award-winning University of Farmers.

  • During this time you will work with our training team to ensure all log ins are up and running, systems are active, you will enroll in benefits, etc. All the "getting ready for the job" stuff.

  • Throughout this paid training, youll experience a blend of instructor led skills training, peer mentoring, and coaching in a live, real-world environment designed to ease you into live work with our agents and/or customers.

  • Training Hours: Monday - Friday 10:30am - 7:00pm EST

  • Post Training Hours: Monday - Friday 10:30am - 7:00pm EST up to 6 months from start date. The shift could change depending on business needs.

  • Normal Business Hours:

  • Monday-Friday 8:45am-9:15pm EST

Saturday 8:45am-9:15pm EST

Sunday (chat only):

8:45am-9:15pm EST

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-3 years customer service.

  • 1 year of experience in call center environment or related field preferred.

  • Experience providing customer support within a high-volume, complex environment preferred.

  • Strong technical aptitude:

  • Intermediate computer skills with ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously.

  • Able to troubleshoot basic issues with equipment such as headset, internet, and connectivity.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite of tools preferred.

Education Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Other: Producer/Agent Property and Casualty license is required for this role.
  • Adjuster, Personal Lines and Life And Health licenses do not meet the preferred licensing requirement.

If you are not sure what license you have please follow this link: https://nipr.com/licensing-center/look-up-a-national-producer-number

Additional Qualifications

  • Call center/agency experience
  • Demonstrated customer service skills
  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills
  • Demonstrated written communication skills
  • Demonstrated analytical skills
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills
  • Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
  • Friendly and service-oriented
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Highly thorough and dependable
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Basic computer skills with ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously.
  • Able to troubleshoot basic issues with equipment such as headset, internet, and connectivity.

Physical Environment

Sits for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (e.g. others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review "What we offer" on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

Job Location(s): US - AZ, US - FL, US - IA, US - KS, US - LA, US - NE, US - OH, US - OK, US - SC, US - TX

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veterans status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Spokane, WA only: Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

About the Company

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Farmers Group, Inc.

In 1928, two men shared a dream of providing a quality insurance product at a reasonable price. In the decades that followed we’ve grown and adapted to meet the changing needs of Americans. But one constant has remained: We have an unwavering commitment to uphold our founding ideals to provide industry-leading products and first-rate services to the customers we’re privileged to serve.

Different Eras, Same Exceptional Service

Farmers not only prides itself on helping you plan wisely for the unexpected, but also on helping restore order when it occurs, so you can keep moving along the road of your life’s plans.

In 1959 a Farmers customer wrote us a letter of surprised gratitude when his car battery was replaced just an hour after it was stolen. A letter from a couple in 2002 wrote that their Farmers agent and Claims Adjuster “were exceptional in their handling of our grief, what we needed to do, and helpful in many other ways.” That same year, when Hurricane Rita struck Beaumont, Texas, Farmers sent 300 agents to assess damages while policy holders were evacuated. Farmers also donated $100,000 for the city’s emergency operations center and two megawatt generators that restored power to Beaumont. Whatever year or decade a disaster occurs, you can count on us to be there for you.

Today, the companies comprising the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies make up one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses and provide a wide range of other insurance and financial services products.

Farmers is proud to serve more than 10 million households with more than 20 million individual policies across all 50 states through the efforts of over 50,000 exclusive and independent agents and nearly 24,000 employees.

The Farmers Exchanges are three reciprocal insurers (Farmers Insurance Exchange, Fire Insurance Exchange and Truck Insurance Exchange) owned by their policyholders, and together with their subsidiaries and affiliates comprise the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies. Farmers Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, in their capacity as attorneys-in-fact, provide administrative and management services to the Farmers Exchanges.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Insurance
WEBSITE
http://www.farmers.com/