Contact Center Customer Service Representative
Job Summary:
The Customer Service Agent is responsible for providing high-quality customer service by handling inbound interactions via phone, email, and chat communication channels. This role assists customers with inquiries, service requests, troubleshooting, billing, and account-related concerns while ensuring adherence to company policies, service standards, state compliance requirements, and performance metrics. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, problem-solving ability, strong sense of empathy, and a commitment to delivering a positive customer experience while still ensuring company and state compliance. Candidates must also have proficient computer skills, customer service expertise, and the capability to work independently.
Job Type: Full-time- Remote Customer Service Representative in Contact Center.
SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:
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Our Contact Center operates 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, including all holidays
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Work schedules are determined based on the needs of the company and may consist of 4 weekdays plus 1 weekend day, 5 weekdays, or 3 weekdays along with 2 weekend days
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Training classes for the Contact Center run Monday through Friday for 5 weeks, with daily 8-hour sessions (timing may vary between 8 AM and 8 PM EST
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ALL schedules are assigned when position is offered and will not be altered within the first 90 days unless company business needs require a change in different hours or days.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Handle inbound and follow-up customer interactions through phone and digital communication channels.
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Respond to customer inquiries in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
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Deliver high-quality, personalized customer service while maintaining a professional and supportive approach.
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Promote and reinforce the company’s brand by helping customers navigate services and supporting their return to normal daily activities.
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Accurately document customer interactions, including inquiries, concerns, transactions, and actions taken within the appropriate systems.
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Identify unresolved issues and escalate them to the appropriate department or authorized resource when necessary.
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Assist customers with billing-related questions, appointment scheduling, and troubleshooting as needed.
Skills/Abilities:
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Excellent communication, customer service, interpersonal and typing skills.
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Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multi-task high call volume environment.
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Effective and accurate decision-making skills.
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Demonstrated successful telephone service techniques specifically with troubleshooting, issue resolution, and de-escalation.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel.
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Must have ability to incorporate developmental feedback from management.
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Must have the ability to quickly Adapt to change.
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Bilingual is a plus
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Understanding of performance metrics and the ability to work within a metrics-driven environment
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams
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Strong technical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot basic computer or system issues independently
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Strong verbal communication skills, including active listening and the ability to demonstrate empathy with customers.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED
Min of 2 years in Call Center Customer Service role or Tech Support preferred; 1 year of Call Center or transferable skill set required.
WORK FROM HOME REQUIREMENTS:
Employee is required to provide equipment that meets company specifications (computer, headset, and internet). Employees must be available to provide personal computer & headset to work from home (that meets company required specs).
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Windows 11, Intel Processor i5-4440 2.1ghz, Memory 16gb Ram, Hard Drive 50GB Free Space, Web Browser – Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome
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MacOS 14.0 Sonoma, Apple Processor M3, Memory 16gb, Hard Drive 50GB Free Space, Web Browser – Google Chrome
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Chrome Book CANNOT be used
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Working on a computer camera during training, meetings, etc.
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Wired internet connection encouraged at a regular internet speed (example-DSL or Cable Connection – No Dial Up).
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Dual Monitor recommends.
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Must be self-disciplined to provide professional conversational experience for all customers and meet all requirements for working during scheduled hours/shifts.
Physical Requirements (With or without reasonable accommodation):
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Sitting: 75-100%
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Standing: 75-100 %
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Fine Motor Movements: 75-100 %
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.*