Telemarketing Associate
Penn Foster - Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228![Penn Foster](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.Description Location: Columbia, SC (Onsite)What You’ll Do:
Places and answers (inbound and outbound) telephone calls from/to potential customers, assists with decisions regarding plans and products.Follows up/through on leads provided.Generates letters to prospective customers. Processes applications and prepares marketing/information packets.Required Education:
High School Diploma or EquivalentRequired Skills and Training:
Working knowledge of word processing software.Good judgment skills.Effective presentation skills.Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.Effective organizational skills.Required Software and Other Tools:
MicrosoftRequired Licenses and Certifications:
Department of Insurance Licensure and American Health Insurance Professionals Certification for Medicare.Preferred Education Level and Degree Type:
Bachelor's Degree.Preferred Work Experience:
6-months sales experience.Preferred Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of spreadsheet and database software.Effective customer service skills.Analytical and critical thinking skills.Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others.Preferred Software and Other Tools:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, or other spreadsheet/database software.What We Can Do for You: We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage401K retirement savings plan with company matchLife InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locationsWellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discountTuition assistanceService recognitionEmployee AssistanceDiscounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and moreWhat to Expect Next: After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications required proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail abilities@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 43172 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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