Temporary Customer Service Representative 1

IdahoPTV; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Department of Insurance is seeking a temporary Customer Service Representative 1 to support SHIBA during open enrollment and general inquiries. The role involves setting up counseling appointments, answering calls, and assisting Idahoans with Medicare information.

Position runs for roughly eleven weeks from September to mid-December, with schedules up to 20 hours for part-time or 40 hours for full-time. The posting remains open until filled.

Qualifications

• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English fluently.
• Provide customer service in a business setting.
• Operate telephone and corresponding software.
• Complete position related training materials.
• Maintain files.
• Perform keyboard functions.

Responsibilities

• Answer Calls
• Assist customers over the phone, including providing Medicare counseling

Skills

Operate telephone and software

Read write speak English fluently

Provide customer service

Perform keyboard functions

Maintain files

Complete training materials

Job description

Temporary Customer Service Representative 1 - 25876

16.75 - 16.75 USD per hour

Description

Idaho Department of Insurance Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The length of service for these positions is approximately eleven weeks. The role will start in September and end in mid-December (holidays off). There is flexibility with the schedule as it will be dependent upon the hired individuals’ availability. Our part-time positions may be up to 20 hours per week, and our full-time positions may be up to 40 hours per week.

This posting will remain open until filled. The posting will be taken down once all positions available have been filled.

SHIBA OVERVIEW:

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of Medicare-eligible Idahoans? Are you passionate about helping others? Are you interested in earning some extra income for the upcoming holidays? If so, this temporary role may be for you!

SHIBA provides free, unbiased assistance to Idahoans regarding Medicare benefits. Through the Medicare open enrollment period, you will be a valuable part of the DOI Team. This position will set up counseling appointments, provide customer assistance over the phone including Medicare counseling (training to be provided), work in a proprietary computer program, and perform a variety of office support functions for SHIBA.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Answer Calls
• Assist customers over the phone, including providing Medicare counseling

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Perform keyboard functions
• Operate telephone and corresponding software
• Complete position related training materials
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English fluently
• Maintain files
• Provide customer service in a business setting

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

• This temporary position is non-benefited
• This temporary position is non-classified and exempt from the classified service rules of the Idaho Personnel Commission
• The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a fingerprint background check

The mission of the Department of Insurance is to serve and protect Idahoans by equitably, effectively, and efficiently administering the Idaho Insurance Code and the International Fire Code.

To learn more about Idaho DOI and the important work we do, go to the DOI website , and follow us on Facebook , X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn !

EEO/ADA/VETERAN:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.