Salary: $29,900
General Description and Classification Standards
This is an experienced, seasoned level position in providing information and assistance to the public, including customers, constituents, and other parties, in person or by phone, email, or written correspondence, including difficult or challenging issues or resolving issues with difficult customers.
Determines nature of problem or request and responds or directs individual to correct resource. Duties include, but are not limited to investigating and resolving complaints; assisting customers; preparing reports and documents; and providing information. May provide training or guidance to new representatives.
Supervision Received
Works under general supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. May set work sequence or priorities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Receives, enters, researches, responds to, and tracks in-person, telephone, email, and written citizen inquiries and complaints relating to city services.
Resolves complex or difficult issues referred by less experience representatives.
Interviews citizens either by phone or in person to determine details of the inquiry or problem.
Researches, gathers and enters all pertinent facts pertaining to issues and complaints into a database during requests.
Contacts departments as appropriate to secure information and/or refer issues and complaints for a response.
Reads and applies various documents such as maps, procedures and regulations to work situations.
Advises departmental personnel, citizens, and others on status of cases pending, and makes referrals to other agencies as appropriate.
Performs related work as required.
Decision Making
Based on customer contact, position determines appropriate step to assist with issue, take action, or refer to other source.
Leadership Provided
Position is a seasoned individual contributor and may provide coaching, training, or guidance to less experienced representatives.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of customer service methods and techniques. Knowledge of department programs, processes and procedures. Knowledge of department organization and functions. Sk ill in keeping notes of calls or transactions.
Ability to use customer service software and other departmental information systems in responding to inquiries or requests. Ability to read instructions, processes, or regulations. Ability to communicate with a variety of customers and constituents in a professional manner. Ability to deal effectively with difficult or upset customers. Ability to listen and determine nature of call or communication.
Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
2 years’ of work experience in customer service at the level of Customer Service Representative.
Preferred Education & Experience
Same as minimum.
Licensures and Certifications
None required
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