Contact Center Specialist I

Northwest Consumer Discount Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Northwest Bank is seeking a Contact Center Specialist I in Columbus, OH. You will provide quality customer service, use multiple databases, and offer technical assistance as needed.

The role includes training others, adhering to schedules, and communicating clearly in both positive and challenging interactions. The position involves evening shifts and rotating Saturday hours with a shift differential after 5:00 PM, and requires strong listening, problem-solving, and collaborative skills to help

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Associate Degree in related subject preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Strong computer/office software skills and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Meet productivity and service level standards.
• Resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Educate clients on Northwest products and services.
• Document results and maintain confidentiality.
• Troubleshoot online access issues when needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Technical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contact Center Specialist I page is loaded## Contact Center Specialist Ilocations: Columbus, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-101773OH0713 NW Bancshares HQ**Job Description**## **DESCRIPTION**Our Contact Center Specialists are responsible for providing quality and efficient customer service to clients, utilizing multiple customer databases, and providing technical assistance as required. Contact Center Specialists works to achieve monthly call quality performance while educating clients on products and services.Northwest Bank's Contact Center is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM and is closed regular bank holidays. You can expect to work evening shifts and Saturday hours on a rotating basis.Contact Center Specialists are eligible for a shift differential for hours worked after 5:00 PM.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner* Ensure compliance with scheduling requirements and attendance standards* Maintain client and Northwest confidentiality* Meet service level standards* Achieve Contact Center performance standards* Serve as a Contact Center orientation trainer* Identify and resolve customer problems in an efficient manner* Gather and analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions* Manage difficult or emotional customer situations* Respond promptly to customer needs* Respond to requests and meet commitments* Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations* Educate clients on the benefits of Northwest products and services* Approach others in a tactful manner and reacting well under pressure* Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness* Look for ways to improve and promote quality* Demonstrate excellent listening and interpretative skills* Demonstrate the ability to establish collaborative customer relationships in a fast paced environment* Aim to resolve customer inquiries utilizing a First Call Resolution approach* Appropriate use of established call policies and procedures and scripts* Provide support of Northwest technical products and services* Ability to troubleshoot online access issues* Make all outbound calls as delivered and instructed in an efficient manner* Document results as instructed* Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations* Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency* Work as part of a team* Work with on-site equipment**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:*** Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisions* Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience, whether oral or written* Ability to actively listen to what others are saying to achieve understanding, sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and information* Ability to establish courses of action for self to accomplish specific goals, develop and use tracking systems for monitoring own work progress, and effectively use resources such as time and information* Ability to make right decisions based on perceptive and analytical processes, practicing good judgment in gray areas* Knowledge of Northwest products and services* Knowledge of computer, mobile app and bill pay systems* Knowledge and proficiency of debit and credit card systems* Knowledge of Northwest’s automated system**QUALIFICATIONS:**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Education:*** High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred* Associate Degree in Related Subject preferred**Work Experience:*** Customer Service Experience preferred* Good Technological Background preferredNorthwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.At Northwest, we’re here for what's next. Whether we're finding opportunities for families, businesses and communities or opening doors for our team, we share a passion for helping the people around us succeed. And we know that in order to provide the highest level of care, we need to understand unique experiences and perspectives. That's why, whether you're interested in a corporate role or something customer-facing, your talent and voice matter. Here, you belong. Working at Northwest, you'll find that we recognize our employees for the important work they do through competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and by regularly celebrating wins along the way. So, take a look at the opportunities here. And join us as we move into the future making a difference for the people we serve.