Customer Service Representative II (Meter Services)
City of Houston, TX
Houston, TX 77017
$3,625.60 - $3,692.80 a month
Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Job Classification: Customer Service Representative II
Posting Number: 30080734
Department: Houston Public Works
Division: Utility Billing
Section: Meter Services
Reporting Location: 2700 Dalton St, Houston, TX 77017
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:30pm *Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Uses standard problem-solving techniques to provide general information and customer assistance for quality service.
The Customer Service Representative II duties will include but are not limited to:
- Researches, analyzes, and resolves standard customer problems and inquiries by various forms of communication i,e. phone, email, in person, etc.
- Prepares documentation to ensure customer account accuracy while maintaining security and confidentiality.
- Maintains and monitors various records and reports for customer assistance.
- Provides information on meter accuracy testing, fees and/or changes to the process and guidelines.
- Coordinate with customers and technicians to schedule meter accuracy testing.
- Monitor and maintain meter accuracy testing results and reports.
- May create work orders and assist with special projects.
- May perform other departmental duties as assigned
This position is physically comfortable with discretion of walking, standing, etc. Essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
This is a Houston Public Works Department Position at the Tier Il Level
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED certificate.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two (2) years of Administrative or customer service-related experience are required.
An Associate degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience.
MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
Preference will be given to those applicants with the following:
- Call Center, Planning and Scheduling, Meter Operations, and/or Utility experience.
- Three years of Customer Service Experience in a demanding customer service environment. Technology proficiency (i.e. Microsoft Office).
- Ideal candidate will be detail oriented, have good written and oral communication skills, and have experience using Excel for tracking and performance measures.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
NO - If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade: 15
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfmor, call (832)395-2972, (TTY 7-1-1).
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new recruits and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
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