Call Center Representative

Housing-Authority-of-Baltimore-Cit; Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Housing Authority of Baltimore City seeks a Call Center Representative in Baltimore, MD to deliver exceptional customer service to voucher program participants, owners, applicants, and others by answering inquiries and guiding callers through policies.

The role requires a High School Diploma with 30 college credits and at least 2 years in a customer-support role; Bachelor’s preferred. Strong written and verbal communication, confidentiality, and data-entry accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 30 college credits; Bachelor's preferred with 2+ years' customer support experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to document inquiries accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Answer incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner.
• Greet clients and visitors following security procedures.
• Provide accurate information about programs and policies.
• Document interactions and resolutions in the system.
• Route calls to appropriate departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Meet productivity and customer service standards.
• Perform clerical duties and data entry.

Connaissances

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Phone etiquette

Formation

High School Diploma

30 college credits

Bachelor's degree preferred

Outils

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Description du poste

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Call Center Representative

Full Time Regular Clerical Baltimore, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2453

Salary Range: $21.69 To $21.69 Hourly

About Us

Founded in 1937, the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) has kept the promise of public housing alive. It has done so by maintaining and modernizing its buildings and enriching the lives of its residents through innovative social services, recreational and educational programs, and job training initiatives. What makes HABC successful is the dedication of its employees and its history of strong leadership.

Health and Well-Being

At the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC), we offer a competitive benefits package that supports our recruitment and retention goals and meets the diverse, evolving needs of our employees. HABC’s comprehensive benefits package includes:

Vacation and Leave

• Universal leave program
• 12 paid holidays

Health and Wellness

• Medical and dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free health and wellness programs

Income Protection and Retirement

• Life insurance with optional additional coverage
• Voluntary Plans
• Retirement programs with employee contribution options

Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide exceptional customer service to Housing Choice Voucher Program participants, owners, applicants, and other concerned parties by responding to inquiries regarding Housing Choice Voucher Program general information, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Disseminates accurate program information and assists in resolving problems and complaints in a timely manner in accordance with HUD regulations and HABC policies and procedures. The position requires frequent in-person interaction with clients/visitors to provide assistance and resolve issues in a professional environment. Performance of the duties requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.

All activities must support the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (“HABC” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

• Answer incoming calls and respond to customer inquiries in a professional and courteous manner
• Greet clients and visitors in a professional, courteous, and welcoming manner while maintaining visitor sign-in procedures and ensuring compliance with security protocols
• Provide accurate information regarding programs, services, policies, and procedures
• Document all customer interactions, inquiries, complaints, and resolutions in the appropriate system
• Route calls and issues to the appropriate department or staff member when necessary
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information and comply with agency policies and regulations
• Meet established productivity, quality assurance, attendance, and customer service standards
• Utilize agency software systems, databases, phone systems and Microsoft Office applications effectively
• Handle difficult or escalated calls professionally while maintaining composure and excellent customer services
• Monitor assigned queues, emails, and customer inquiry systems daily and respond within required timelines
• Receive, sort, review, log, distribute, and process incoming and outgoing mail
• Support administrative staff with clerical duties, data entry, filing, and document management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training, and/or Experience

High School Diploma and 30 credit hours of college coursework. Bachelor’s degree preferred in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a customer support role. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Maryland driver's license.
• Must be able to be covered under the Authority's vehicle insurance policy.

Other Requirements:

• Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
• Successful completion of a pre-screening investigation, including verification of employment history and education credentials.
• A 6-month probationary period applies to this full-time permanent position.

FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY:Current HABC employees who are on probation, whether due to initial new hire status (6 months) or promotion (3 months), will have the opportunity to apply for other roles within HABC once their probationary period is successfully completed. This allows time for growth, development, and the demonstration of their skills and commitment, paving the way for new opportunities within the organization.

If you are currently under the progressive disciplinary process or have received disciplinary action within the past six (6) months, it may impact your ability to be considered for promotion within HABC. Please refer to the Manual of Personnel Policies or the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement for additional information regarding the disciplinary process.

This job posting will remain open until October 31, 2026.