CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE III
City of Houston, TX
Houston, TX 77002
$21.88 - $26.67 an hour
Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Section/ Service Line: Engineering/ Floodplain Management
Location: 1002 Washington Ave
Workdays & Hours: M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide quality customer service to customer inquiries that are complex in nature by multiple forms of communication (i.e. phone, email, mail, or in person). Researches and analyzes data to resolve customers’ problems and inquiries. Prepares, monitors, and maintains various records, reports, and reference information. Proofs/edits documents for accuracy. Drafts and Prepares correspondences to customers. May schedule field investigations. May work with other entities to assist customers with their account. Act as a liaison to other service lines, private agencies, and organizations. Organizes inventory, retention, and retrieval of department documents. Assist in the coordination of department staff services, such as purchasing, storekeeping, public relations, office management, public meetings, and special projects. Performs other duties as assigned.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than optimal temperature and air conditions.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a High School Diploma or a GED.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years of administrative or customer service-related experience is required.
Associate's Degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience.
Bachelor's Degree may be substituted for up to four (4) years of experience.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Preferences may be given to applicants that are proficient with ILMS (Integrated Land Management), ProjectDox, and Q-Flow. Preferences may also be given to applicants that are bilingual in Spanish.
**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**.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment evaluation.
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.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 16
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. 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.cfm or please call 832.393.6020.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6020. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employment
The City of Houston is 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, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
901 Bagby St
Houston, Texas, 77002