DescriptionAt AAA Western and Central New York, our Associates are committed to providing our members with a totally satisfying experience. Therefore, we seek Associates who are dedicated to this purpose, people who truly demonstrate compassion, empathy and unsurpassed service. These are the people that help us create a loyal membership base that strengthens our mission—to be our members’ most trusted provider of high quality automotive, travel, insurance and other relevant products and services that offer safety, security, peace of mind, value and convenience.AAA Western and Central New York is regularly recognized as one of the best & healthiest places to work in the WNY & CNY area. In addition to a market competitive salary, Associates are eligible for a wide selection of benefits (dependent upon position) including:
Medical, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance
Flexible work schedules
Pre-Tax & Roth 401(k) plan with company match
Health Spending Accounts with company contribution & Flexible Spending Accounts
Company Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement & company-paid training programs
FREE AAA membership & travel / product discounts
Job Responsibilities
35%
Answer Rate: Urgently answer customer requests and be available to assist customers in a timely fashion. Effectively resolve Member and customer concerns in-person or over the phone at the outlined expectations. Demonstrate AAA Core Values in every interaction.
30%
Adherence: Demonstrate ability to follow required processes and workflows on every call with minimal reported errors. Meet/Exceed outlined standards regarding adherence to assigned schedules & task(s).
25% Transfer Rate: Display proficiency in job knowledge & ability to problem solve in order to minimize the frequency of transferred customer calls & meet/exceed outlined standards.
10%
New Members: Offer a Club focused sales approach & continuously promote all Club products/services. Effectively sell AAA memberships to meet/exceed outlined expectations.
Job Specific Requirements
Responsible to obtain and maintain the required license or certification in an active status
Able to display working knowledge of carrier offerings, processes, and requirements
Ability to work evenings, weekends, & events as required by business need/Leadership directive
Working knowledge of computer software and ability to effectively navigate multiple systems
Ability to operate independently and display proficiency in minimization of errors & problem solving
Must be able to resolve problems and work under pressure to diffuse member concerns
Work under pressure during periods of high volume
Ability to multitask in various areas of insurance sales and service
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform routine office tasks that includes operating a computer for long periods of time, sitting, filing and communicating on the phone
Ability to perform all physical functions consistent with travel including sitting in airplanes and driving for long periods of time
Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull a maximum of 30 lbs
Compensation
The mid-market salary for this position is $19.32 to $21.47 per hour plus incentives. Starting salary is dependent on several factors including previous work experience, specific industry experience, and skills required. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to, health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with competitive match, fully paid group life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, travel discounts and a free AAA membership. To learn more visit: www.aaa.com/careers.QualificationsEducationRequired
High School or better
Licenses & CertificationsPreferred
NYS P&C Insurance
ExperienceRequired
Personal Lines Insurance license or obtain within 60-90 days of hire.
Preferred
Prior sales/customer service and/or insurance experience.
