Member Support Specialist- Inbound Calls - Service Queue

General Summary

The Member Service Advisor (MSA) Service Queue reinforces and builds member relationships through efficient response to members' service requests and solicitation of new loan and deposit product purchases. Contact with members is via inbound & outbound phone calls. This position is responsible for consistently exceeding member expectations by matching the full range of Credit Union products and services with an informed understanding of members' needs and making appropriate lending decisions based on established guidelines. MSA is responsible for effectively diagnosing and solving member’s problems.

Essential Functions

• Act as the primary source of product information and service support for member and staff inquiries via phone, provide timely problem resolution and account maintenance. Time: 65%
• Sell and deliver all Credit Union investment and convenience products and services. Time: 15%
• Provide accurate, complete, and consistent documentation. Time: 10%
• Obtain and maintain a high level of knowledge of all Credit Union products and services. Time: 5%
• Participate in and contribute to training and team development. Time: 5%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

In addition to the education requirement, proven customer service/sales experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills.
• Good business writing skills.
• Computer literacy and keyboarding skills.
• Analysis and resolution skills.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated sales skills.
• Knowledge of Credit Union products, services, and banking regulations.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to continual change.

Required Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Time Management
• Demonstrates Courage
• Drive for Results
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Customer Focus
• Integrity and Trust
• Self-Development
• Business Acumen
• Mental Requirements

Tools and Equipment

• All available general office equipment as needed.
• All available computer software and hardware as needed.

Working Relationships/Contacts

• Daily, personal/written/phone contact with MSA staff.
• Daily, personal/written/phone contact with Credit Union managers.
• Daily, personal/written/phone contact with Credit Union members.

Physical Demands

• Work involves standing and walking for brief periods of time, but most work is done from a seated position.
• Potential for eyestrain from reading the computer screen.
• Must be able to talk and keyboard simultaneously.
• Deadlines, workloads, and pressure to achieve goals may cause increased stress levels.

Working Conditions

• Internal - Work is normally performed in climate-controlled office environment, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is limited. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of normal office equipment (computers, telephones, etc).
• No known environmental hazards are encountered in normal performance of duties.
• Length of day is unpredictable; long hours may be required to accommodate deadlines or special meetings.
• External - Some travel may be required; however, information on environmental conditions is not available.

EEO/Vets/Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled.