Customer Service Advisor - Call Center (Pool)
The Customer Service Advisor (CSA) is the primary voice of WSSC Water customer service and is responsible for responding to all non-emergency customer inquiries regarding water and sewer concerns, service requests, and billing & accounts.
Essential Functions :
- Delivers excellent customer service by responding to inquiries and questions regarding customer accounts and services in a timely, accurate, and complete manner.
- Reviews and analyzes complex residential and commercial property billing and addresses customer questions or complaints, including modifying customer accounts and billing, as well as initiating and communicating complex adjustments to customers.
- Interacts with customers to schedule and process meter readings, process electronic credit card and check payments, remove penalties / fees, and calculate new balance.
- Processes name / address changes and final bill requests, initiates refund request, provides information to customers regarding Dispute Resolving Board (DRB) and Refund Hearing requests, educates customers on the Bay Fee Exemption (BRF), or Customer Assistance Program (CAP).
- Maintains contact and appropriate follow-up with residential and commercial customers through multiple channels including phone, on-site, e-mail, etc.
- Cultivates effective customer relationships that foster customer satisfaction.
- Grants bill extensions, assists with bill collections and initiating turn on requests.
- Identifies and troubleshoots technical issues as appropriate including handling inquiries and resetting customer passwords for Customer Portal, my.wsscwater.com.
- Stays well-informed of WSSC Water business operations including daily water main breaks and providing the best service to our customers.
- Educates and advises customers on water and sewer tips such as identifying leaks on property (dye test, meter reading, etc.)
- Staffs the One-Stop Shop that handles face to face interactions for customers who may require assistance regarding their account, questions about their bill, or other water / sewer related questions.
Other Functions :
Performs related duties as assignedWork Environment And Physical Demands :
Business casual office / call center environmentAbility to sit and wear a headset for extended periods of timeRequired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities :
Proficiency in business English, including grammar and usageExceptional customer service and empathy skillsExcellent interpersonal, listening, communication and critical thinking skillsAbility to perform basic mathematical calculationsAbility to effectively problem-solve basic to moderately complex customer issues and complaintsAbility to learn Customer 2 Meter (C2M), Mobile Workforce Management (MWM), Oracle Work & Asset Management (ODM) and Permit Processing Information System, Geographical Information System (GIS), Internet; and WSSC Water's payment and collection systemsAbility to operate and communicate via telephone and e-mailAbility to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writingAbility to multi-task and work in a high-volume, fast-paced environmentAbility to pay strict attention to detailAbility to communicate with customers patiently and politely even in difficult timesAbility to meet productivity and quality standards dailyAbility to work in a results-oriented, metric-driven work environmentAbility to establish rapport with customers, field staff, and contractorsMinimum Education, Experience Requirements :
Associate's degree in a related field ORHigh School diploma or equivalent2+ years customer service experience in an inbound or outbound call center capacity (or similar role which includes positions where employees interact directly with customers, clients, or users)Additional Requirements :
Successful completion of a 6-month onsite training program that includes structured full-day classroom and on-line instructionEmployees must be able to work any shift assigned between 8am 6pm at the primary workplace, including mandated overtime as needed to support operationsEmployees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to workPreferences :
Bachelor's degree in a related fieldInbound Call Center experienceAbility to speak and translate Spanish or FrenchSalary : $28.23 - $47.99 per hour
EEO Statement :
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.