Customer Service Representative
Job Title: Customer Service Representative Location: Denton, TX (2 Days per month in office... Duration: Long Term Job Description: Responsible for assisting City of Denton customers by phone, electronically, and in person with payments, inquiries, and service requests in a friendly and professional manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Permanent hire is dependent upon observed attendance, attitude, and performance during the contract period. DUTIES Handle heavy phone traffic for departments Citywide. Perform routine office duties, including but not limited to, providing phone, electronic and face-to- face support to customers, appropriately directing internal and external customers, processing drop box payments, posting payments and handling incoming and outgoing mail. Assist with interdepartmental cash and reporting/tracking functions. Process internal and external customer requests, including but not limited to, utility account connects, disconnects, and transfers and billing, rate, calculations, and payment arrangements. Receive, maintain, and account for monies for utilities; provide payment receipts. Account for and balance cash drawer daily, prepare daily deposit for the bank and ensure compliance with the City of Denton and Customer Service internal cash handling policies; keep accurate records and update personal data on accounts in the billing, as needed. Process commercial account set ups; validate Tax IDs. Explain available solid waste services, calculate associated costs, and complete service contracts; generate and process solid waste work orders; maintain and file contracts in an organized manner. Process, logs, and files water leak adjustment and leak check requests. Assist with projects and performs back-office assignments, as needed. Assist peers with questions, errors, and escalated customer issues. Serve as a back-up to Customer Service Rep II in their absence. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS High School diploma or equivalent; and, One (1) year of customer service experience; and, Six (6) months of cash handling experience, Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, as well as City of Denton policies and procedures. Skill in identifying moderate problems and implementing solutions. Skill at an intermediate level, working with Microsoft Office 365, and other software systems to complete work. Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy. Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing work environment to facilitate/accomplish needed activities. Ability to document all adjustments necessary and approved to complete the project. Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and in written forms, speak publicly, and listen intently to other points of view. Ability to work independently to manage multiple work tasks while balancing competing priorities with attention to detail and in a fast-paced environment. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports. Ability to handle records and moderate situations of a confidential nature. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality. Ability to meet Quality Assurance Requirements and other key performance metrics for the call center operations. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYEMENT Must have and maintain a valid Class C Drivers License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class C drivers license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law). Must pass a drug test, drivers license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification. Must be able to work Departmental published hours of operation SAFETY Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Promptly report unsafe conditions in work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): No Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals, internet access to access the City of Denton secure virtual network. Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying less than 10 pounds Environment: Works in an office and/or home-office setting with dedicated work area free from interruptions; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours. Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required. Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work after normal business hours to complete daily tasks. May work from home for asmuch as 90% of scheduled hours with supervisor approval, based on business necessity. Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions. CORE VALUES Inclusive Collaborative Service-Oriented Strategically Focused Fiscally Responsible Apply Job!