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Who We Are Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance) is an award-winning regional Medi-Cal managed care plan that provides health insurance for children, adults, seniors and people with disabilities in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. We currently serve more than 418,000 members. Founded in 1996, the Alliance was established to improve access to health care for lower income residents. We have pursued this mission by linking members to primary care physicians and clinics who assist in managing their care. Our Culture We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us. Guided by our values of Improvement, Integrity, Collaboration and Equity, we strive to fulfill our vision of “Healthy people. Healthy communities.” This focus includes finding innovative solutions that lead to better health outcomes. Come join us! Career Growth and Advancement We support career development through promotional opportunities in a growing, financially stable organization. Get on-the-job-training and gain experience in an exemplary managed care model. To further support your career journey, we offer full access to LinkedIn Learning and annual tuition reimbursement. Support for Your Health and Wellness We believe in supporting the whole person and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents. In addition to 12 paid holidays per year, we provide ample paid time off. We recognize the importance of work-life balance, so we offer flexible scheduling and extra support when you need it most. To promote health and wellness, we provide reimbursements for gyms and online fitness classes. Read more about our benefits in this comprehensive guide. Your financial future is important to us. The Alliance contributes 10% of your salary to a defined contribution 401(a) plan after one year of employment. We also provide you with an opportunity to save voluntarily via our 457 retirement savings plan. Equal Opportunity At the Alliance, one of our values is that of Equity. We consciously work toward eliminating disparity through inclusion and justice. With that, it's our belief that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and the Alliance is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. The Alliance is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer where we cultivate belonging, nurture inclusion and value diversity to create collaborative and innovative teams. We assure equal treatment in the administration of employment decisions including recruitment, selection, hiring and compensation and applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of merit, experience and other applicable work-related criteria, without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage all people from all backgrounds to apply. Come join us and find out the positive impact you can have in helping us carry out our mission. We are an E-Verify participating employer The Alliance is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] or call the Alliance at 831-430-5500. Get to Know Us Follow us on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date with new opportunities and to learn more about what it’s like to be a member of our team. To learn more about our culture and what our current and former employees say, check out our Glassdoor page. See how we connect with our members by visiting our Facebook page. Learn about our mission, vision and values. Frequently Asked Questions Can the Alliance sponsor my visa? At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and hire on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship. As required by federal law, all newly hired employees must be able to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the United States. Acceptable forms of identification can be found on the www.uscis.gov website. What happens after I send in my application? We look at each and every resume and application that we receive. A Recruiter will review your resume and qualifications against the position description for the job that you applied to. We'll get you updates as soon as we can about the status of your application. Once we have your resume on file, we'll also keep you in mind for other positions and may reach out with other opportunities that you might be interested in. What are those temporary jobs that you have listed? Sometimes we have temporary (temp) positions that we hire in addition to our regular positions. The temp positions typically have a set start and end date but can change based on the business need. Usually the temp positions are covering an employee's leave of absence, or are working on a special project. We have all of our temp employees get signed up with a local temporary staffing agency while they are on an assignment with us. The temp positions can be a great way to check out the Alliance and learn more about the work that we do. If you are a current Alliance employee, click here to sign-in and access the internal Careers Portal to submit your application.
Careers at Central California Alliance for Health
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ABOUT THE POSITION & TEAM
We have four opportunities to join the Alliance as a Medicare Sales Agent in the Medicare Administration Department. The Medicare Administration team at the Alliance is small but mighty! Consisting of just a handful of talented and dedicated individuals, this team works cross-functionally 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, outreach strategy, and member experience from the ground up. The Medicare Sales Agent position will split time between field-based engagement (presentations, tabling, events) and telephonic outreach. This role will 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
- Consultative sales skills with a focus on prioritizing member needs and ensuring plan fit versus making a sale
- Background in Medicare sales or genuine interest in learning 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
To read the full position description and list of requirements click here.
- 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.
The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below.
The actual compensation for this role will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferrable experience related to the position, education or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).
Typical areas in Zone 1: Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles area, San Diego area
Typical areas in Zone 2: Fresno area, Bakersfield, Central Valley (with the exception of Sacramento), Eastern California, Eureka area
Zone 1 (Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz)
$66,000 - $105,602 USD
Zone 2 (Mariposa and Merced)
$60,060 - $96,096 USD
OUR BENEFITS
Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week. Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Ample Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- 401(a) Retirement Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Robust Health and Wellness Program
- Onsite EV Charging Stations
ABOUT US
We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.
Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet.
The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer
At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.