Full Time Customer Service Representative
Capital District Transportation Authority · Albany, NY · 1 mo ago
OTHR$23.16/hrFull-time
Duties And Responsibilities
- Operate a multiline phone system to answer all incoming phone calls and provide accurate information regarding all CDTA services, fares, and programs.
- Provide excellent customer services by using proper phone etiquette, and appropriate greeting and closing statements.
- Comply with operating policies and procedures as stated in the CDTA Handbook as well as the Call Center Operations Manual.
- Utilize trip planning and other available software to provide accurate information.
- Record all comments customers wish to file using the HASTUS Customer Comment database, this includes compliments and complaints.
- Receive reservation requests using multiple different software programs. Follow procedures for verifying trip information before saving record.
- Process all trip cancelations.
- Maintain confidentiality and abide by all HIPPA requirements pertaining to consumers information.
- Transfer calls to appropriate departments
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Exceptional customer service skills with a minimum of one year experience in a customer service role.
- Call center experience preferred.
- Must be familiar with the Capital District and be able to read and process information on a map.
- Ability to multitask, navigate, and successfully use Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel Outlook, many different types of specific software programs, as well as internet-based programs.
- Excellent communication with the ability to deescalate angry customers and work with individuals with disabilities and seniors.
- Bilingual highly desirable.
- Must be able to work the following shift: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Benefits
- CDTA offers medical, dental and vision coverage along with a pension plan, life insurance coverage and paid time off.
Pay
Salary Range: Start at $23.16/hour Top Rate at $24.38/hour
Schedule
Must be able to work the following shift: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
The days off will either be Tuesday/Wednesday or Thursday/Friday.