Customer Service Supervisor supervises a staff of customer service representatives that respond to requests from customers by phone, e-mail, or chat. Manages the daily workload to ensure required service volume and quality levels are attained. Being a Customer Service Supervisor trains and coaches staff in standard policies, procedures, and best practices. Identifies opportunities for operational improvements and implements solutions. Additionally, Customer Service Supervisor monitors and evaluate staff performance. Responds to escalated issues to facilitate solutions. May provide direct customer support for complicated or critical issues. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Customer Service Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Customer Service Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.
Annuities Customer Service Supervisor oversees a staff of annuities customer service representatives and ensures annuity customers are satisfied and inquiries are handled in a timely manner. Responsible for training customer service representatives, and assists with the development and implementation of customer service operations and policies. Being an Annuities Customer Service Supervisor has thorough knowledge of annuities, current tax laws and other legislation that can impact the company's annuity contracts. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Annuities Customer Service Supervisor typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Annuities Customer Service Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. To be an Annuities Customer Service Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor.
Customer Service Manager manages a team or unit of customer service representatives and ensures service levels are met or exceeded. Establishes efficient and balanced workflows that maximize efficiency and produce high levels of service quality and customer satisfaction. Being a Customer Service Manager monitors and measures service metrics and utilize to develop standards, improvements, or changes to process. Makes recommendations for changes to products or services based on customer feedback and requests. Additionally, Customer Service Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Customer Service Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Customer Service Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
Customer Service Trainer II delivers training programs for customer service representatives, team leaders, and supervisors. Provides updates and details on new products, features, and service offerings. Being a Customer Service Trainer II leads skill development training and role-playing exercises to develop selling, service delivery, issue resolution, and interpersonal communication skills. Instructs staff on service level standards, system tools, and policies and procedures. Additionally, Customer Service Trainer II provides input to assess training effectiveness and define future needs. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Customer Service Trainer II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Customer Service Trainer II typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience.
Customer Service Trainer I delivers training programs for customer service representatives, team leaders, and supervisors. Provides updates and details on new products, features, and service offerings. Being a Customer Service Trainer I leads skill development training and role-playing exercises to develop selling, service delivery, issue resolution, and interpersonal communication skills. Instructs staff on service level standards, system tools, and policies and procedures. Additionally, Customer Service Trainer I provides input to assess training effectiveness and define future needs. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Customer Service Trainer I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Customer Service Trainer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.