City of Houston

Compensation

Full Description

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested Division/Section: Utility Billing/Billing-Adjustment Reporting Location: 4200 Leeland Street Workdays & Hours: *Monday – Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm • Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs a variety of daily customer service activities, including reviewing accounts, customer bills, and addressing inquiries to ensure accurate and timely service. The Customer Service Representative Il duties will include but are not limited to: • Research, analyze, and resolve complex or escalated customer account issues and inquiries through various communication channels, including phone, email, and written correspondence. • Review and approve customer bills, adjustments, and account corrections for accuracy and compliance with established policies and regulations. • Process customer payments, set-up payment plans and assist with account inquiries, delinquent notices, and billing adjustments. • Educate customers on billing procedures, service options, and available programs to promote understanding and satisfaction. • Verify and update new customer accounts, service connections, and account transitions. • Perform detailed data entry and quality control to maintain accuracy and integrity of customer records. • Create work orders or service requests as required. • May perform other departmental duties as assigned WORKING CONDITIONS: 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 III Level.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires a high school diploma or a GED. 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. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None Preference will be given to those applicants with the following: • Call Center, Collections, and/or Utility experience. • Three years of Customer Service experience in a high-volume telephone or 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. • Ability to type 25 -30 words per minute. • *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.**SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None However, the department may administer a 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. 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: 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 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.cfm or call 832-393-6015. If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6015 (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, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer 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.