311 Contact Centre Services Representative handling customer inquiries for the City of Toronto. Providing exceptional service and support through various channels in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Answer inquiries and complaints by telephone, email, in person, and through digital or self-service channels.
Explain City policies, procedures, programs and services to the public.
Initiate service requests and accurately record related information.
Refer calls or requests to the appropriate division, agency or authority when required.
Use knowledge across multiple City service areas to support customer inquiries and requests.
Stay informed on City operations, service updates and customer-facing information.
Conduct research and analysis to identify service options and provide accurate information.
Provide clear verbal and written communication in response to inquiries and requests for City services.
Apply customer service, de-escalation and conflict-resolution skills to address inquiries, complaints and customer concerns.
Use knowledge of City operations to guide customers and advocate on their behalf where appropriate.
Liaise with internal divisions, Emergency Services and contracted service providers.
Enter, retrieve, interpret and update data in customer relationship management systems, work management systems, knowledge bases and related databases.
Provide information on compliance with applicable legislation, by-laws, policies and procedures.
Apply approved guidelines, policies and procedures to support accurate service delivery and determine appropriate next steps.
Promote digital and self-service options to support customer access to City services.
Perform general clerical duties as required.
Redirect calls as necessary and take messages when appropriate.
Requirements
Considerable experience in a high-volume contact centre or customer service environment receiving inbound communications, including phone, email, social media, live chat or other customer contact channels.
Considerable experience providing exceptional customer service, including experience using de-escalation techniques and managing difficult or sensitive customer interactions.
Considerable experience multitasking while working with large volumes of information, including researching, assessing, recording and reporting data while navigating multiple applications and computer screens.
Considerable experience using call centre or contact centre technologies, databases and software, such as customer relationship management applications, workforce management tools, knowledge base databases or similar systems.
Ability to listen empathetically, interpret customer needs and respond with exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to provide proactive, solution-focused service with confidence and tact when dealing with confidential, sensitive or challenging situations.
Ability to navigate multiple systems to support first-contact resolution.
Strong technical skills and the ability to promote digital and self-service options.
Knowledge of contact centre principles, practices and key performance metrics.
Ability to adapt and demonstrate emotional resilience in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in conflict resolution techniques to effectively manage interactions with upset or frustrated customers.
Strong multitasking skills, including the ability to document calls, navigate multiple systems and interact with customers simultaneously.
Proven ability to thrive in a busy environment while working independently to achieve operational and service goals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to learn new systems, processes and information quickly.
Strong research, analysis and knowledge-gathering skills.
Ability to keep accurate records efficiently.
Ability to work within tight timelines and meet service expectations.
Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Availability to work flexible hours, including days, afternoons, overnights, weekends and holidays, to meet operational needs.
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