Customer Service Representative - Kingston, Canada - The City of Kingston
Description
Opening Statement
We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land.
Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.
Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.
Number of Positions: 2
Salary:
$ $34.19/Hour
Hours of Work: 35 hrs/wk
Position Summary
The Customer Service Representative is the main point of contact for Utilities Kingston customers, providing service excellence and exceeding customer expectations.
This position will be required to respond efficiently and professionally to all customer enquires related to Billing, service transactions, and energy efficiency.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist customers with web portal and online inquiries
Assist customers with their understanding of account charges and resolve billing inquiries
Set up, reconcile, or finalize customer accounts
Schedule customer reconnections, and service appointments
Provide customer support during power outages
Responsible for demonstrating and maintaining a working knowledge and understanding of Utilities Kingston practices and policies
Promotion of various customer services and Conservation initiatives for Utilities Kingston
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Competencies
Grade 12 diploma or equivalent education
Three (3) years of experience working in a customer driven, service delivery position
Demonstrated work experience in conflict resolution, creative problem solving, resourcefulness, negotiating for success and influencing others
Must have knowledge and understanding of working with utility billing system
Knowledge of the Utilities Kingston CIS is an asset
Must demonstrate the corporate competencies:
Customer Focus, Results Oriented, Integrity and Teamwork.
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Excellent verbal and written communication delivered in a patient & courteous manner
Able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced, high-volume environment while adhering to critical deadlines
A proven team player, possessing strong problem-solving and communication skills
Demonstrated excellent quality management, organizational skills, together with the ability to maintain professional and effective working relationships with both internal and external customers, and outside agencies
Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check (CPIC).
Closing Statement
Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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