. Customer Service Representative:
Summary
Customer Service Representatives in this position receive telephone calls focusing on answering customer inquiries concerning U.S. Passports. CSRs record caller information in a computer-based case management system and use knowledgebase software to obtain information concerning policies, practices, procedures, and other data associated with obtaining a U.S. Passport. CSRs also use various computer systems to obtain information concerning the status of individual passport applications. Successful candidates will have a customer service orientation, be fast learners able to adapt to new information, problem solve and possess excellent research skills. This position will require flexibility in scheduling and could be assigned a day or evening schedule. A preference in a shift schedule needs to be communicated to Peckham's Workforce Manager prior to Day One of training.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide superior customer service by answering incoming calls in a timely manner.
- Follow established policies and procedures to respond and route calls appropriately.
- Gather information to determine customers' needs; apply problem solving skills and resolve the inquiry/request effectively.
- Log customer information into a database ensuring data entry is accurate and complete.
- Access database per customer request for information; use critical thinking skills to perform research to find a solution for the customer's need and/or concern.
- Verify and record demographic data with caller and escalate customer issues as appropriate.
- Provide clear and concise written responses to customer and vendor inquiries or escalate to the responsible resource for resolution.
- Maintain and improve quality results by adhering to standards and guidelines.
- Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- Proficient in the English language (written and verbal)
- U.S. Citizen
- Ability to pass and maintain thorough background check screening (credit and criminal history) to determine fitness for a federal security clearance.
- Oral and written communication skills sufficient to facilitate clear and accurate information exchanges with customers.
- Proficient computer skills (MS Office and Teams, keyboarding speed and accuracy, internet-based research)
- Proficient in both the English and Spanish languages (written and verbal) *Bilingual agents only*
- Flexibility in work hours and shifts, including weekends, is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous call center experience
- Ability to adhere to work schedule.
- Previous customer service experience
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