Mediator and Intake Specialist

New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is seeking a Clerical Associate (10251) to support frontline staff handling consumer complaints. The role involves data entry, maintaining agency records, and providing timely information to callers in a fast-paced public service environment.

QUALIFICATIONS include a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical experience, plus typing speed of 100 keystrokes per minute.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of clerical experience.
• Typing speed of at least 100 keystrokes per minute.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsabilidades

• Communicate with consumers and businesses on complaints.
• Analyze, document, research and resolve complaints per laws and regulations.
• Maintain Agency database and provide reports as needed.
• Perform data entry and input detailed, accurate notes in Agency systems.

Conocimientos

Typing 100 wpm

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Descripción del empleo

*Only permanent employees in the civil service title, comparable title (under 6.1.9), eligible for the 55a program, and those that are reachable in the civil service list are eligible to apply.*

**This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program. **

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities. DCWP licenses nearly 45,000 businesses in more than 40 industries and enforces key consumer protection and workplace laws that apply to countless more. By supporting businesses through equitable enforcement and access to resources, DCWP protects the marketplace from predatory practices and strives to create a culture of compliance. DCWP empowers consumers and working families by providing the tools and resources they need to achieve financial health and work-life balance. DCWP also conducts research and advocates for public policy that furthers its work to support New York City’s communities. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Responsibilities

• Communicating and interacting with consumers and businesses on consumer-related complaints;
• Analyzing, documenting, researching, and resolving consumer complaints in accordance with the laws, rules, and regulations enforced by DCWP;
• Maintaining Agency database and providing reports as needed;
• Performing data entry and inputting detailed, accurate notes in Agency’s system(s) as needed;
• Providing timely follow-up and closure for each consumer complaint;
• Answering calls, and directing callers to appropriate channels in a timely manner;
• Delivering accurate, complete information to callers;
• Processing mail within assigned timeframes;
• Providing front desk reception coverage and assisting walk-in consumers with filing complaints;
• Preparing training materials, maintaining knowledge database, and training others as needed;
• Performing other tasks and assignments as directed.

CLERICAL ASSOCIATE - 10251

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.

Skills Requirement

Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent verbal, written and professional interpersonal communication skills - Good computer skills - Computer literate (MS Word, Excel & Outlook) - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment - Pay strict attention to detail - Complete assignments within set deadline - Able to work independently, within a team, and with supervision - Language skills a plus

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.