Customer Service Representative

805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

11 paid holidays

15 days vacation and 15 days sickleave

Job summary

Customer Service Representative for 805 Department of Rehabilitation Services in Tulsa, OK, provides information and assistance to internal and external customers and directs requests to appropriate services. The role includes operating switchboards and other equipment, processing license/permit applications, and performing cashier-related duties as needed.

Special requirements include fluency in American Sign Language (ASL); travel may be required for some positions.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in sales, public contact work, handling and processing mail, or general office clerical work plus one additional year in customer service, mail room operations or technical clerical work; or an equivalent combination.
• Knowledge of public contact methods and procedures, telephone procedures, spelling, punctuation and grammar, arithmetic, and familiarity with the program/services; laws and rules governing them; and training techniques.
• Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL); some positions may require travel; some positions may require lifting; located in Tulsa division.

Responsibilities

• Operate telephone/communications equipment including switchboards, consoles, and telefax machines; issue equipment, supplies, licenses or permits; serve as cashier in a facility; and related tasks.
• Respond to requests for information, distribute materials, and assist customers; train and supervise staff as needed; prepare notices and reconcile billing discrepancies.
• Handle mail and parcels, process applications, and ensure proper distribution; travel as required for job-related duties.

Skills

ASL

Customer service

Public contact

Job description

Job Title and Department

Customer Service Representative Agency 805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES Supervisory Organization Dept Rehabilitation Services

Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Appointment End Date

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Employment Type

Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular

Compensation

Monthly/Annual Salary: Monthly Annual Level II (Pay Band E) $3,407.75 $40,893.07

Job Description

Basic Purpose: Positions in this job family are responsible for establishing contact with both internal and external customers. They provide the customer with the requested information or assistance concerning the services provided by the agency, institution, or unit, or direct this request to those who can provide the service.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include operating various types of telephone or communications equipment, including switchboards, communications consoles and telefax machines; issuing equipment, supplies, auto parts or other materials; processing applications for various licenses or permits; serving as a cashier in an institution, lodge, resort or other facility; and similar activities.

Typical Functions

Supervises employees engaged in providing services and information to all customers, and trains staff. Responds to requests for informational materials; researches and fills requests for those requesting such materials and information; ensures an adequate inventory of materials concerning the service. Prepares notice of statements and sends copies to customers; reconciles discrepancies in billing and issues reminder notices. Maintains inventory or other records; purchases necessary materials; sets up displays; maintains cleanliness of work area; and sells merchandise. Receives customers or visitors; answers telephone calls; secures and provides requested information; provides services; or directs the request to those who can provide the customer with the information or services. Receives requests for information and services and provides such services using advanced technological equipment. Responds to requests concerning the interpretation of agency or program policies and procedures; develops policies and procedures for the operation of daily activities. Prepares mail and parcels for mailing; sorts and distributes mail; operates scales and meters to determine proper postage. Screens, examines and verifies documents for correctness, appropriateness, adequacy and conformity to establish requirements and follow up on requests or discrepancies.

Level Descriptor

This is the career level of this job family where employees will be expected to perform duties at all levels of complexity. Responsibility may also be assigned for training lower-level staff or serving as a project or team leader.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of experience in sales, public contact work, handling and processing mail, or general office clerical work plus one additional year of experience in customer service, mail room operations or technical clerical work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of methods and procedures concerning public contact; of telephone procedures; of spelling, punctuation and grammar, of arithmetic; of the program or services being provided; of laws and rules concerning program or services being provided; and of techniques of training. Skill is required to operate various office equipment including computers. Ability is required to work with customers; to gather data and facts; to keep records; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to provide leadership on assigned projects or teams.

Special Requirements

Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). Some positions may require that applicants be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel. Some positions may require performing moderately heavy lifting. Position is located in the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in Tulsa (VR45). Applicant must be able to communicate with people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing and must be able to carry a conversation in sign language.

Essential Functions

Position is responsible for establishing contact with both internal and external customers. Duties include providing the customer with the requested information or assistance concerning the services provided by vocational rehabilitation and directing requests to those who can provide service. Additional duties include operating various types of telephone or communications equipment to include switchboards, communication consoles and telefax machines and for the processing and sorting of outgoing and incoming mail and faxes. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel. Trial period (if applicable) is required. Background Check: The Department of Rehabilitation Services will conduct a criminal background check on new hires as part of an offer of employment that is made contingent upon a successful criminal background check.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without employer sponsorship.

Benefit Highlights

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave for the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Additional Information

Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between.

Veterans Opportunities

Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment.