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Mike Bashore Agency | Rochester Hills, MI
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Base Salary: $35,000–$45,000
Bonus & Commission Opportunity: Approximately $5,000–$10,000 Annually
About the Role
Mike Bashore Agency is looking for an energetic, relationship-focused Customer Service Representative to join our growing team.
This role is approximately 80% customer service and 20% relationship development and sales. You will help existing customers manage their insurance, solve problems, understand coverage and billing, navigate claims, and identify opportunities where we can better protect their household.
We are open to both experienced insurance professionals and high-potential candidates who are new to the industry.
Responsibilities
We are looking for someone who is:
A Michigan Property & Casualty insurance license is required before the first day of employment.
Previous insurance experience is not required.
A Life & Health license is preferred.
Education:
Training & Career Growth
New employees participate in a structured 90-day onboarding program that includes training modules, shadowing, one-on-one coaching, and gradually increasing customer responsibilities.
Our team receives regular coaching from agency leadership along with formal performance and development reviews.
We are especially interested in candidates who want to grow into future team leadership or management roles.
Compensation & Benefits
Mike Bashore Agency is a high-performing, growth-oriented agency with a close-knit team and high expectations.
We currently rank in the top 10% out of agencies in our territory, and our goal is to become #1.
We believe in accountability, teamwork, professional growth, and creating an amazing customer experience while maintaining a family-first culture.
Our office is located along the Clinton River Trail, approximately one mile from Downtown Rochester, and our team is actively involved in local networking, community organizations, nonprofits, and events.
And yes — we also have an office dog named Nash.
Location & Schedule
930 W. Avon Rd., Suite 18
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
This is primarily an in-office position with occasional hybrid flexibility when appropriate.
Team members may also participate in optional evening networking opportunities and approximately 1–2 weekend community events each year.
This position is employment with Mike Bashore Agency, an independently operated State Farm agent office, and is not employment with State Farm corporate.
- Team Outings
- Licensing Reimbursement
- SIMPLE IRA matching
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
Mike Bashore Agency | Rochester Hills, MI
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Base Salary: $35,000–$45,000
Bonus & Commission Opportunity: Approximately $5,000–$10,000 Annually
About the Role
Mike Bashore Agency is looking for an energetic, relationship-focused Customer Service Representative to join our growing team.
This role is approximately 80% customer service and 20% relationship development and sales. You will help existing customers manage their insurance, solve problems, understand coverage and billing, navigate claims, and identify opportunities where we can better protect their household.
We are open to both experienced insurance professionals and high-potential candidates who are new to the industry.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers by phone, text, and email
- Process policy and account changes
- Explain billing, coverage, and renewal questions
- Assist customers with claims and service concerns
- Complete underwriting and account follow-up
- Build strong relationships with existing customers
- Identify cross-sell and financial services opportunities
- Ask for referrals and customer reviews
- Manage daily tasks, follow-up, and customer expectations
- Help create an exceptional overall customer experience
We are looking for someone who is:
- Outgoing and relationship-driven
- Empathetic and calm under pressure
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Coachable and motivated to improve
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
- Strong with technology and AI tools
- Goal-oriented and interested in career growth
A Michigan Property & Casualty insurance license is required before the first day of employment.
Previous insurance experience is not required.
A Life & Health license is preferred.
Education:
- High school diploma required
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience, attitude, communication skills, and aptitude are highly valued
Training & Career Growth
New employees participate in a structured 90-day onboarding program that includes training modules, shadowing, one-on-one coaching, and gradually increasing customer responsibilities.
Our team receives regular coaching from agency leadership along with formal performance and development reviews.
We are especially interested in candidates who want to grow into future team leadership or management roles.
Compensation & Benefits
- $35,000–$45,000 base salary based on experience
- Approximately $5,000–$10,000 annual commission and bonus opportunity
- SIMPLE retirement plan with 3% employer match
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Accrued paid time off
- Licensing reimbursement
- Team outings
- Professional development and coaching
Mike Bashore Agency is a high-performing, growth-oriented agency with a close-knit team and high expectations.
We currently rank in the top 10% out of agencies in our territory, and our goal is to become #1.
We believe in accountability, teamwork, professional growth, and creating an amazing customer experience while maintaining a family-first culture.
Our office is located along the Clinton River Trail, approximately one mile from Downtown Rochester, and our team is actively involved in local networking, community organizations, nonprofits, and events.
And yes — we also have an office dog named Nash.
Location & Schedule
930 W. Avon Rd., Suite 18
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.
This is primarily an in-office position with occasional hybrid flexibility when appropriate.
Team members may also participate in optional evening networking opportunities and approximately 1–2 weekend community events each year.
This position is employment with Mike Bashore Agency, an independently operated State Farm agent office, and is not employment with State Farm corporate.
Salary : $5,000 - $10,000