GEICO continues to create careers in Coralville

CORALVILLE, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GEICO’s local office is bringing some good news to the Coralville, Iowa, area as it actively recruits for new associates in the region.

Currently employing over 300 associates, GEICO is looking to hire 100 people during 2007 for positions in sales and service. GEICO is has openings for entry-level, and experienced professionals to fill these positions.

“This is a great time to start to build a career at GEICO,” said Dina Pon, who has managed the company’s Coralville office since 2005. “Our business is growing at record rates and we are looking for great people to grow with us.”

GEICO plans to be at upcoming career fairs:

• February 27 – University of Iowa
• March 5 – University of Northern Iowa

To submit an application online, readers should go to www.geico.com and click on the Careers tab. Then, open the link to GEICO locations (right hand column) and select Coralville, Iowa, for job listings and to fill-out an online employment application. Job applicants are also welcome to walk-in and apply at the office located at 2213 Second St., Coralville, IA, 52241.

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is the fourth-largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States. It provides auto insurance coverage for more than 7 million policyholders and insures more than 12 million vehicles. GEICO, a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of companies, is rated A++ for financial stability by A.M. Best Company. GEICO keeps its rates low by dealing directly with the customer. GEICO provides consumers with outstanding sales, service and claims capabilities on its geico.com Web site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Consumers may also contact the company at its toll free 1-800-841-3000 number. 15 minutes could save you 15% on car insurance. For more information, go to www.geico.com.