Customer Relations Representative- Open
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Job Description
General Statement of Duties
Employee represents the City of Cincinnati to customers and is responsible for responding to and processing nonemergency requests for City services problem resolution and/or general information. Employee interacts with customers in person by telephone by email or in writing while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. Employee generally works in a call center type operation (e.g. Public Services or Water Works) or a walkin service type operation.(e.g. Permits Center). Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.
Knowledge of:
Basic mathematics including addition subtraction multiplication division fractions and percentages.
Basic business English including spelling grammar punctuation and sentence structure.
Problem solving techniques
Methods needed to gather relevant information from callers by asking appropriate questions.
City of Cincinnati services and functions in order to refer complaints to the appropriate department or agency.
Functions of noncity agencies in order to refer complaints problems and emergencies to other agencies and companies.
FCC Standards for twoway radio communication.
Software applications used for customer service and billing functions.
Safety policies and procedures e.g. Employee Safety Instruction Manual and applicable agency requirements.
Skill to:
Operate a computer utilizing the appropriate software related to assigned area of responsibility.
Operate a twoway radio.
Input appropriate data into computer system utilized.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Speak clearly and concisely using correct English grammar in order to communicate clearly over the telephone twoway radio and in person.
Interpret and clearly explain procedures situations and policies to the public as well as to other employees.
Write legibly clearly and concisely using proper English.
Reduce a complaint or problem to writing for recording purposes.
Listen effectively.
Determine the nature of a problem based on the callers information and to make decisions concerning referral of messages with limited information.
Determine the proper crew to dispatch depending on the type of problem.
Prioritize calls and requests by degree of hazard to the public safety.
Organize work and follow directions both oral and written.
Read and interpret information provided in reference manuals on computer printouts and
spreadsheets on federal and county records on intranet and internet sites in training sessions on City maps and in staff meetings. Empathize with customers and communicate clearly in laymans terms.
Handle difficult customers or situations in a calm and professional manner.
Perform mathematical calculations.
Work in a fast paced environment.
Work and make decisions with little supervision.Required Education and Experience
- RESUME MUST BE ATTACHED
Open: Each applicant must have one year of paid experience in a position that involves regular contact with the public and experience using a personal computer with office application (word processor spreadsheet internet etc. in a windowbased environment. Must have a high school diploma or GED.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work various shifts.
May be required to work rotating shifts weekends and special events depending on assigned area of responsibility.
MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.
Working and Physical Conditions
Probationary Period:Six months
HR Contact: Ashley Thomas
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
