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O*NET-SOC 41-3021.00

Insurance Sales Agents

Sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance. May refer clients to independent brokers, work as an independent broker, or be employed by an insurance company.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Customize insurance programs to suit individual customers, often covering a variety of risks.Core720
  2. Sell various types of insurance policies to businesses and individuals on behalf of insurance companies, including automobile, fire, life, property, medical and dental insurance, or specialized policies, such as marine, farm/crop, and medical malpractice.Core721
  3. Explain features, advantages, and disadvantages of various policies to promote sale of insurance plans.Core724
  4. Perform administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and handling policy renewals.Core728
  5. Seek out new clients and develop clientele by networking to find new customers and generate lists of prospective clients.Core723
  6. Call on policyholders to deliver and explain policy, to analyze insurance program and suggest additions or changes, or to change beneficiaries.Core718
  7. Confer with clients to obtain and provide information when claims are made on a policy.Core727
  8. Interview prospective clients to obtain data about their financial resources and needs, the physical condition of the person or property to be insured, and to discuss any existing coverage.Core722
  9. Contact underwriter and submit forms to obtain binder coverage.Core725
  10. Select company that offers type of coverage requested by client to underwrite policy.Core729
  11. Ensure that policy requirements are fulfilled, including any necessary medical examinations and the completion of appropriate forms.Core726
  12. Monitor insurance claims to ensure they are settled equitably for both the client and the insurer.Supplemental730
  13. Develop marketing strategies to compete with other individuals or companies who sell insurance.Core731
  14. Calculate premiums and establish payment method.Core719
  15. Plan and oversee incorporation of insurance program into bookkeeping system of company.Supplemental735
  16. Inspect property, examining its general condition, type of construction, age, and other characteristics, to decide if it is a good insurance risk.Supplemental733
  17. Attend meetings, seminars, and programs to learn about new products and services, learn new skills, and receive technical assistance in developing new accounts.Core732
  18. Install bookkeeping systems and resolve system problems.Supplemental734
  19. Explain necessary bookkeeping requirements for customer to implement and provide group insurance program.Supplemental736

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 64 examples in 18 categories, 9 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Video creation and editing software

  • Adobe After EffectsHot Technology
  • Apple Final Cut Pro
  • YouTube

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

  • Advantage Information Systems The Agency Advantage
  • Agency management software
  • Agency Master
  • Agency Software AgencyPro
  • AMS Services AMS 360
  • AMS Services AMS Sagitta
  • Applied Systems The Agency Manager
  • CoVirt VirtGate
  • DORIS FILESERVERonline
  • FINEOS Insure
  • G2X Agility:Insurance
  • GBS Agency Expert
  • Insurance Technologies Corporation InsurancePro
  • irs-aims MARS
  • LIDP Consulting Services The Administrator
  • MI-Assistant MI Management System
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • NaviSys Front Office
  • North American Software Associates Eclipse
  • Online Database Solutions Agent Intelligence
  • QuickQuote QuickFile Agency Management System
  • Results International Systems Artius Suite
  • Skywire Software Policyware
  • Special Agent
  • Terrace Consulting AgencyInsight
  • Tritech Financial Systems General Insurance Management System GIMS
  • United Systems and Software Individual Life and Health Administration System
  • Vulcan Solutions Vulcan Insurance

Customer relationship management CRM software

  • Allied Financial Software Act4Advisors
  • Applied Systems Vision
  • Benefits Technology Group SalesLogix
  • CPU Tracker Software CPU Tracker
  • E-Z Data SmartOffice
  • Fiserv FSC Manager
  • Hoffman Computer Systems Amsoft
  • Infospectrum Quick Insure
  • InStar Orion
  • Insurance Systems WebWriter BackOffice
  • Insurance Technologies ForeSight Enterprise
  • Tangle S Creations Your Insurance Office

Document management software

  • Allstar Software Systems Kofax

Financial analysis software

  • Cygnus Software IncomeMax
  • Insurance analysis software
  • Insurance rating software
  • Underwriting software

Web page creation and editing software

  • FacebookHot Technology
  • LinkedIn

Instant messaging software

  • GroupMe

Medical software

  • Healthcare common procedure coding system HCPCS
  • Medical procedure coding software

Data base user interface and query software

  • Insurance Technology Consultants WOW

Video conferencing software

  • LogMeIn GoToMeeting
  • ZoomHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Operating system software

  • Microsoft WindowsHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Calendar and scheduling software

  • Scheduling software

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

  • Identify potential customers.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Examine condition of property or products.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Processing Information

  • Review accuracy of sales or other transactions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

  • Examine documents to verify adherence to requirements.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Calculate costs of goods or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Develop marketing plans or strategies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Study product information to acquire professional knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Attend events to develop professional knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Working with Computers

  • Install computer software.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Resolve computer software problems.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Maintain records of sales or other business transactions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare sales or other contracts.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

  • Explain financial information to customers.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

  • Develop professional relationships or networks.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Selling or Influencing Others

  • Customize financial products or services to meet customer needs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Sell products or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Manage information technology projects or system activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 5 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 1
    • Supports 4

Performing Administrative Activities

  • Take product orders from customers.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Process sales or other transactions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill1 of 20
Distinct tools5
Level mix
  • Augments 1
  • Supports 4

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.