Insurance Agent
Full-Time | Sioux Falls, SD First State Insurance Agency Southwest is seeking a driven, competitive Insurance Sales Agent to help grow our commercial insurance book of business. This role is primarily focused on commercial lines sales, with opportunities to support farm and personal lines while maintaining strong client relationships through ongoing service. This position is […]
Storm Season Is Here – Is Your Insurance Ready?

Storm Season Insurance Checklist: Be Ready Before It Hits Every year, storm season sweeps in with little warning — catching homeowners and business owners off guard. And when you’re unprepared, that often leads to costly repairs, insurance claim surprises, and a lot of unnecessary stress. At Central States Insurance, we believe in preparation, not panic. Let’s […]
Insurance Customer Service Representative
Our dynamic team seeks a professional, enthusiastic and goal-oriented individual to provide exceptional customer service to our clients and policyholders. This CSR position will be full-time with room for advancement. Must have excellent communication, computer and customer service skills. Duties include assisting customers, taking payments, answering the phone, office tasks, assisting with claims, providing support […]
What If Summer Gets a Little Wild?

“What If” Summer Scenarios (That Could Really Happen) Summer is here—and with it comes sunshine, grilled burgers, poolside laughs, road trips, and unforgettable memories. But as much as we all love the season, it doesn’t always go off without a hitch. At Central States Insurance, we’ve helped many people navigate summer surprises with the help of […]
First State Insurance Agency Southwest, Inc. Expands with Acquisition of Central States Insurance
Worthington, MN – June 12, 2025 – First State Insurance Agency Southwest, Inc. is proud to announce the acquisition of Central States Insurance, a well-established, Sioux Falls, SD–based agency. This strategic move not only strengthens First State’s footprint in South Dakota but also expands its service into the Pipestone, MN market. Central States Insurance has earned a […]
Spoiler Alert: We’re Better Than A Chatbot

Confessions of a Real-Life Insurance Agent Hi there! Ever try to file a claim through one of those sleek, modern, minimalist insurance platforms, only to be ghosted by a chatbot named Zara? Yeah. Us too. 😐 Zara’s got the vibe of someone who’s very into essential oils but has never helped anyone through a claim in […]