Jobs · Business Development · Virginia

Contingent Disaster Relief Phone Agent

MCI · Richmond, VA · 14 mo ago
Business DevelopmentPart-time

About the role

MCI is seeking agents to work as needed in response to disaster relief efforts. This is a temporary, remote position contingent on hurricane disaster relief needs. Candidates accepted for this role will be e-mailed and texted on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

  • Assist customers with service inquiries
  • Learn the common requests and solutions
  • Improve the customer’s experience
  • Utilize our service techniques and systems
  • Escalate customer dissatisfaction to proper channels

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
  • The ability to type swiftly and accurately (20+ words a minute)
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Basic understanding of Windows operating systems
  • Highly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
  • The ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow up on customer issues
  • An aptitude for conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation
  • Customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)
  • Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manage
  • Strong team orientation and customer focus
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change and ambiguity are prevalent
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customers

Conditions of Employment

  • All MCI Locations Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.
  • Subject to the program and location of the position
  • Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint.
  • Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
  • Must be willing to submit to drug screening.
  • Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.

Compensation Details

We understand the importance of balance and support, which is why we offer a variety of benefits and incentives that go beyond a paycheck. Our team members enjoy: Paid Time Off, Incentives & Rewards, Health Benefits, Retirement Savings, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, Career Growth, Paid Training, Fun, Engaging Work Environment, Casual Dress Code.

Physical Requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

Reasonable Accommodation

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment.

Diversity and Equality

At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity benefits our employees, company, customers, and community. All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination, where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees are responsible for fulfilling MCI's commitment to a diverse and equal-opportunity work environment.

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