Field Service Specialist
MassMutual
Springfield, MA, USA
USD 48k-60,500 / year
The Opportunity
As a Field Service Specialist supporting Advisor Operations you will play a critical role in ensuring MassMutual advisors are properly licensed, trained, and credentialed to conduct business accurately, compliantly, and on time. This role sits within the Credentialing function—an area essential to keeping the distribution system operational, compliant, and trusted by our agencies, producers, advisors, and sales leadership.
In this fast‑paced, detail‑driven role, you’ll manage time‑sensitive credentialing work with strict service‑level deadlines, actively monitor work queues, and partner closely with internal teams to resolve issues quickly and prevent downstream impacts. You’ll build deep expertise, take ownership of high‑impact work, and contribute to continuous service improvement in a highly visible and business‑critical space.
The Team
The Credentialing team is part of Advisor Operations, a lean and agile organization committed to delivering accurate, timely, and high‑quality service to MassMutual’s Field partners. The team thrives on accountability, collaboration, and precision—balancing speed with accuracy while supporting a wide range of advisor needs. You’ll work alongside engaged teammates who value learning, cross‑training, and shared ownership of outcomes, all while supporting business‑critical deadlines.
The Impact
Credentialing & Licensing Support
- Support licensing, appointments, AML validations, and required training for the field
- Partner with the NIGO team to resolve credentialing issues and prevent delays
- Process credentialing error resolutions, commission change forms, and licensing reimbursements
- Ensure compliance with state and company requirements
Service & Case Management
- Monitor and manage assigned work queues/boards to meet strict SLAs (2–24 hours)
- Own service requests end‑to‑end with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail
- Apply state requirements and business rules to drive timely, high‑quality resolution
- Support individual and team service‑level and quality expectations
Business & Operational Excellence
- Identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and quality
- Participate in team huddles, meetings, and cross‑functional problem‑solving initiatives
- Share updates, best practices, and insights with peers and partners
Project & Change Support
- Support readiness for new initiatives, process changes, systems, and product rollouts
- Participate in targeted production work, training, and learning activities
The Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year of experience in a high‑volume operations, customer service, or administrative role
- 1+ year of experience handling time‑sensitive work with accuracy in a fast‑paced environment
- 1+ year of experience working against service levels, turnaround times, or quality standards
- 1+ year of demonstrated experience prioritizing and managing multiple work items while meeting production expectations
- During commission close, must be able to work flexible work schedule, as hours may extend 6:00–8:00 PM, up to two days per month on a rotating basis
The Ideal Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience supporting credentialing, licensing, or compliance‑related work
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to manage time‑sensitive work and meet strict deadlines
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Analytical mindset and proactive problem‑solving approach
- Adaptability in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
- Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in Lean principles and continuous improvement
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Salary Range:
$48,000-$60,500At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.
Why Join Us.
We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.
We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
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At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.