Customer Service Representative - Call Center

Equus

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Houston, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The role involves obtaining client information via phone and email to determine eligibility for employment and training programs. Responsibilities include scheduling orientations, referring clients to third-party providers, and maintaining accurate transaction records.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of customer service experience, preferably in a call center environment. You possess strong communication, listening, and data entry skills, with the ability to maintain professionalism and attention to detail.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Call Center

Data Entry

Customer Focus

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Phone Skills

Job Description

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description

- Obtains client information by answering telephone calls and emails; making OB calls in response to an inquiry for information; interviewing clients; verifying information. - Determines eligibility by comparing client information to established guidelines - Schedules clients for Employment and Training Program Orientations available locally to their area of residence - Refers clients to third party workforce services providers - Informs clients by explaining procedures; answering questions; providing information - Maintains an accurate written record of the transaction following established guidelines - Maintains communication equipment by reporting problems - Maintains and improves quality results by adhering to standards and guidelines; recommending improved procedures - Updates job knowledge by studying new programs that become available; participating in employment and training discussions - Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education - HS Graduate or GED required, some college or undergraduate degree is a plus - 6 months or more experience in customer service, preferably in a Call Center environment, required - Workforce or other Human Services experience is a plus   Qualifications - Strong written and Verbal Communication skills; Phone Skills ; Listening ; Data Entry Skills; People Skills; Informing; Customer Focus; Customer Service; Attention to Detail; Professionalism; Multi-tasking   Travel Requirements - Minimal Travel   Work Environment And Physical Demands - Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. - 80% of the day will be spent sitting or standing while talking on the phone

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.

  • Job Title: Customer Svc Rep (816510)
  • State Location: TX
  • Compensation: USD 22.71 - USD 22.71 - hourly
  • Equus

    Equus Workforce Solutions® has a rich history of collaborating with local, regional, and national partners in the development, design, and delivery of workforce solutions that create opportunities through family support services, education, training, job search assistance, placement, and retention. Our communities of practice, quality management system and company-wide experts gather and give life to best practices in the industry while developing innovative approaches. We do all this through our philosophy: We use leadership, collaboration, innovation, and performance to empower our teams to build customized workforce solutions.
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