Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service Representative - Days/Weekends - Grand Rapids

Peckham; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

Job summary

Peckham Inc. is seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Customer Service Representative to support a government customer in Grand Rapids. This is a on-site, full-time role with both day and weekend shifts, paying $19.41 per hour plus health and welfare benefits.

The CSR answers calls, uses a knowledge base, and helps callers with policy-related questions. Responsibilities include routing calls, gathering information, scheduling urgent travel, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Oral and written communication skills for customer interactions.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office and fast keyboarding.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls from callers and provide accurate information.
• Follow policies to route calls and document interactions.
• Gather data and apply problem solving to resolve inquiries.
• Verify demographics and escalate as needed.
• Support customers with travel and scheduling related questions.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Proficient in MS Office

Keyboarding and internet research

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Internet research

Job description

Job Description: Peckham Inc. - Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service Representative - Days/Weekends - Grand Rapids

Wage: $19.41 per hour plus a Health & Welfare Benefit, with a possibility to move up after full security clearance is obtained and you have been through Applicant Line training.

Shifts/Hours of Operations: Both full (30+) and part time shifts available Sunday - Saturday 8:00AM (EST) - 10:30PM (EST). Applicants must be available to work any shift. All schedules are based on current needs of the contract.

Location: This position is located in our Grand Rapids office and is not a work from home opportunity.

SUMMARY This is a phone-based customer service position supporting a government customer. Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) in this position will answer phone calls from U.S. citizens and utilize a computer-based knowledge system to answer general questions about policies, practices, procedures, and other data to assist callers. Successful candidates will have a customer service orientation with excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide excellent customer service by answering incoming calls in a timely manner.


• Follow established policies and procedures to respond and route calls appropriately.


• Gather information to determine customers’ needs; apply problem solving skills and resolve the inquiry/request effectively.


• Schedule appointments for customers with urgent travel.


• Access to knowledge base per customer request for information.


• Verify and record demographic data with caller and escalated customer issues as appropriate.


• Maintain and improve quality results by adhering to standards and guidelines.


• Handle inquiries and requests in a courteous and professional manner, including calls received in crisis situations.


• Control the pace and flow of the inquiry/request and manage call time effectively.


• Follow protocol and apply sensitivity and discretion in handling confidential information.


• Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and services to all customers and stakeholders.


• Adhere to organization wide quality standards.


• Accept other related jobs/duties as assigned.


• Ability to certify in English and spanish.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• At least 18 years of age.


• U.S. Citizen.


• Proficient in the English and Spanish languages (written and verbal).


• Ability to pass a thorough background check screening (credit and criminal history) to determine fitness for a federal security clearance.


• Proficient computer skills (MS Office, keyboarding speed and accuracy, internet-based research).


• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to facilitate clear and accurate information exchanges with customers.


• Ability to take direction within a team setting and complete team related work promptly.


• Flexibility in work hours and shifts including some weekends as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous contact center experience.


• Ability to adhere to work schedule.


• Previous customer service experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual will be required to multitask. The employee will also be required to speak, listen, read, and use a computer simultaneously during their scheduled shift. Individuals will be required to be mobile throughout the building.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Individuals will be in a cubicle for most of their scheduled shift. Individuals will work individually, and therefore are required to work well independently, however will also be a member of a team and therefore must be able to work in a team environment. The tasks of the call center are repetitive in nature. The noise level is generally moderate. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Team members’ support will be available during their shift.

SECURITY

Many of the positions through the Contact Center Solutions Division require a security clearance. Thus, the candidate/employee must pass and maintain appropriate security and background checks as required for each area and/or contract. The extent of the security and background check may vary by position. Employment may also be contingent upon successful security and background checks and may be run on an ad hoc basis. Required security and clearance checks will be completed at no financial cost to the candidate.

OTHER INFORMATION

This job description in no way states or implies all duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law EOE-Embracing Diversity to Achieve Excellence Worker Sub-Type: Team Member Location: Grand Rapids, MI Business Line: Contact Center Solutions Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40First Shift (United States of America).

ABOUT PECKHAM

Peckham is a national award-winning non-profit organization, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centres, environmental services, and farming.

Peckham prides itself on having a great culture which fosters a respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, share ideas, and engage in lifelong learning. Our culture further supports our mission by encouraging flexibility, health, and wellness. Staff enjoy benefits such as generous PTO policies, modern facilities, pet friendly work sites, free fruit, fitness classes, massages available for purchase, and opportunities for flexible work arrangements.

MISSION

Peckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self‑sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-high-quality excellence.

VISION

To prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-high-quality products and solutions.

Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law.

Peckham participates in the E-Verify program.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION NOTICE

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. [1] Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For more information on the equal employment obligations of Federal contractors, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. Visit www.peckham.org to learn more.