Contact Center Specialist I

Northwest; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Erie seeks a Contact Center Specialist I to provide quality customer service, assist clients with product information, and troubleshoot issues in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes first-call resolution, accuracy, and teamwork.

The position offers on-site work in Erie, PA with evening and weekend shifts on a rotating basis, and eligibility for shift differentials after 5:00 PM. Training and career development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associate Degree in related subject preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet productivity standards and service level targets.
• Identify and resolve customer issues efficiently with effective solutions.
• Educate clients on Northwest products and services.
• Troubleshoot online access issues as needed.
• Document results and adhere to call policies and scripts.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Active listening

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree

Tools

Northwest systems

Debit/Credit card systems

Billing systems

Job description

Contact Center Specialist I# Opportunities## Contact Center Specialist IApply: Erie, PA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-102506PA0740 Erie Contact Center**Job 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.