Contracting Specialist

Job summary
Responsible for administering all functions required to appoint and maintain external agencies and agents with Gerber LifeFollowing state and federal regulations as well as Gerber Life's established guidelinesCreation and maintenance of agency and agent records in Gerber Life's computer systems
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Administering state appointment tasks from beginning to end• Confirming all required documentation for appointment• Reviewing background check investigations and supporting documentation• Following up with agencies or agents for missing forms• Creating and maintaining agency and agent records in computer systems• Processing licensing/appointment system edits• Responding to agent/agency inquiries• Creating and maintaining work instructions• Performing other related work as assigned
Requirements
• 3 years of relevant work experience• Experience using computer systems for data capturing and storage• Experience in communicating and dealing with government agencies• Preferred experience with appointing life insurance agents• Associate's degree or equivalent education• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred• Strong PC abilities including Microsoft Office applications• Experience with Vue, Sircon or other licensing/commission systems a plus• Solid judgment, problem-solving, decision-making, and follow-through skills• Attention to detail, organization, and planning• Analytical and problem-solving skills• Solid oral/written communication skills• Quality and customer service advocate• Ability to foster a working environment of continuous process improvement