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At State Farm®, our mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams.A career as a State Farm® agent offers an incredible opportunity for motivated people to align themselves with a company that has earned the respect of its customers and community.For the past 90+ years, State Farm agents have built and maintained lasting customer relationships. With diverse backgrounds and experiences, over 19,000 State Farm agents serve our customers across the United States.Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®
Start Your Insurance Career Here – Build Skills, Make Connections, and Grow into a Sales Role
Are you a recent college graduate or early-career professional looking to get your foot in the door with a reputable insurance agency? Do you enjoy engaging with people and envision yourself in a sales-driven, client-facing role—but want to learn the ropes first?
We’re looking for a Receptionist who’s ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in the insurance industry. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a professional office setting, enjoys helping others, and is eager to grow into a licensed insurance sales role in the near future.
About The Role
As our front desk Receptionist, you’ll be the first point of contact for clients—welcoming them to the agency and supporting the team with administrative, customer service, and early sales activities. You'll learn the ins and outs of the insurance business, gain exposure to the client lifecycle, and be mentored by experienced professionals—all while preparing to pursue your license and move into a full sales role if it’s the right fit.
Responsibilities
Greet clients and visitors warmly in-person, over the phone, and via email
Manage appointment scheduling and office communications
Support administrative functions such as maintaining records and filing documents
Handle basic customer inquiries and redirect to licensed agents as needed
Begin participating in client conversations to identify insurance needs and potential coverage gaps
Assist with quoting processes, follow-ups, and outreach campaigns
Collaborate with the team on projects and office operations
Qualifications
Recent college graduate or early-career professional preferred
Previous experience in customer service, office administration, or retail/sales is a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
Comfortable engaging in customer conversations and exploring sales opportunities
Proficient with Microsoft Office and open to learning new software
Interest in obtaining a Property & Casualty or Life & Health insurance license in the future (we’ll help guide you through the process!)
Why Start Here
Hands-on exposure to the insurance industry
Paid opportunity to learn, grow, and evaluate your fit in a licensed sales role
Path to promotion: Supportive agency culture that invests in your development
Flexible, team-oriented environment with room to grow
Clear next steps toward licensing and sales advancement
This role is your gateway to a meaningful, successful career in insurance. If you’re proactive, personable, and excited about helping people while learning a valuable industry, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
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 attribute our success to having a fun, energetic environment that is an enjoyable place to work. We want to work alongside those who are equally committed to excellence and personal achievement. We take pride in using our years of valuable experience to mentor individual team members and prepare them for successful careers. 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.
About Our Agency
Our office is located in New Hyde Park, NY.
I am a second generation State Farm agent.
We currently have 8 team members at our agency.
We have 140 years of combined insurance experience in our office.
Our agency has received awards including: Chairman's Circle, Ambassador Travel, Legion of Honor, Senior Vice President's Club, and Golden Triangle
Apply now and let us put you on the path to success.
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