Medicare Sales Agent (Temporary)

ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION

This is a temporary position and the length of the assignment is until December 31, 2025. The length of the assignment is always dependent on business need and dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, if selected, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with.

We have an opportunity to join the Alliance as a Medicare Sales Agent in the Medicare Administration Department. The Alliance is standing up a D-SNP program effective January 1, 2026.  As part of a newly formed Medicare Sales team, this role offers the opportunity to influence sales operations and member experience from the ground up.

The Medicare Sales Agent position will focus on telephonic outreach with occasional field-based engagement (presentations, tabling, events) as needed. This role may require periodic travel within Alliance service counties (Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz). 

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Medicare Sales Director, this position:

• Increases membership in the Alliance Medicare D-SNP program through direct sales and marketing of Alliance Medicare products to dual-eligible, Medicare/Medi-Cal recipients within assigned service area
• Develops a sales network to generate leads and provide opportunities for outreach
• Supports Medicare Sales Department activities and programs

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE  

• We're seeking a California-licensed insurance agent to support telephonic sales during active AEP
• AHIP certified
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Consultative sales skills with a focus on prioritizing member needs and ensuring plan fit versus making a sale
• Background in Medicare sales
• Skilled in communicating complex products by simplifying information for audiences of all backgrounds
• Experience using CRM tools, nurturing leads, and following up with potential members
• A collaborative and professional communication style, building productive relationships with potential members and internal Alliance teams  

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

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• Knowledge of:
  • The Medicare program and related regulations
  • CMS regulations related to Medicare sales
  • The principles and practices of sales techniques utilized in a highly regulated industry
• Ability to:
  • Quickly develop an in-depth knowledge of all Alliance Medicare and Medi-Cal products and provider networks within assigned service area
  • Accurately identify and qualify prospective members
  • Assess individuals' insurance needs and recommend appropriate coverage
  • Execute defined sales strategies and achieve program goals and objectives
• Education and Experience:
  • Possession within three months of hire and continued maintenance of a license to sell Accident and Health or Sickness insurance issued by the State of California Department of Insurance
  • Possession within three months of hire and continued maintenance of current AHIP certification
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration or a related field and a minimum of five years of experience in insurance sales, pharmaceutical sales, medical equipment sales, or a related area (an additional four years of experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree); or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying

OTHER INFORMATION

• We are in a hybrid work environment, and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.
• While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.
• In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.
• This is a temporary position and does not provide the benefits that are listed below (this is standard language from our regular job posts and cannot be altered or removed). Temporary employees on assignment at the Alliance will be connected to a staffing agency with separate benefit options. 

The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below. 

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