What are the responsibilities and job description for the Member Contact Specialist - Remote position at Altra Federal Credit Union?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Altra Federal Credit Union is committed to providing
exceptional service and meaningful support to our members. We offer a
positive, people-centered workplace where team members can grow,
contribute, and make a difference. We are currently hiring a Full-Time
Member Contact Specialist for our Member Contact Center, based at our
Operations Center in Onalaska, WI. The Member Contact Specialist helps
members by responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and providing
prompt, professional support. In this fast-paced role, you will help
create a positive member experience while upholding Altra\'s values and
service standards. Key Responsibilities Respond to member inquiries
promptly via telephone ensuring a positive member experience. Engage and
coordinate the assistance of employees from other departments to provide
prompt resolution to members\' inquiries. Proactively identify and
address members\' needs, escalating issues when necessary. Accurately
document member interactions in the CRM system. Meet or exceed
performance metrics, including response time, quality, and member
satisfaction. Model Altra\'s service standards for being friendly and
outgoing, non-judgmental, focused, trustworthy, and confident. Ability
to manage a fast-paced environment with diverse situations requiring
resolution, and handle stressful situations, should they arise.
Qualifications High school diploma (or equivalent) required. 1 year of
customer service or member support experience is required. Previous call
center experience would be a plus but not required. Skills & Abilities
Ability to learn and retain knowledge. Excellent phone skills,
computer/keyboard skills. Good math skills. Effective oral and written
communication skills and excellent organization skills. Ability to
multi-task utilizing multiple sources of software to make thorough
decisions. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word,
Excel, Teams, and Outlook). A positive attitude and commitment to
providing excellent service, in a fast-paced environment. Ability to
handle a variety of member inquiries with patience and resilience.
Bilingual (English / Spanish / Hmong) skills are strongly encouraged to
support and better serve our diverse membership. Availability This
position is full-time, 40- hours a week, Monday through Friday. Hours
are based on shifts between the operating hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30
p.m. CST. Shifts are based on department seniority and preferences. Work
Environment Work from home / remote opportunities will be an option for
those candidates who live within Altra\'s approved remote states: CO,
FL, GA, IA, MI, MN, NJ, NC, TN, TX, and WI. Member Contact Specialists
require the ability to sit or stand at a desk for long periods of time,
while having the ability speak, hear, and communicate with others, while
taking inbound and outbound calls (on average 60-80 calls per day). Pay
& Benefits Hourly pay starting at \$19.00 per hour (\$18.00 base, plus
\$1 MCC premium). Eligible to participate in the monthly incentive plan,
with payouts earned based on plan guidelines; anywhere between \$5 and
\$400 per month. When bilingual in Spanish or Hmong, receive a \$1.00 /
hour pay premium after completing and passing the language exam.
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical / dental / vision
coverage, group life insurance, and supplemental life insurance options.
Up to a 6% employer-matched 401(k) additional 3% employer
contribution. Two-weeks paid sabbatical every five years worked, plus
four-week paid sabbatical at twenty years! Paid time off, volunteer time
off, paid holidays, and your birthday off (paid)! Employee-only perks
and discounts. At Altra Federal Credit Union, you\'ll be part of a team
that values people over profits and puts members at the heart of
everything we do. We believe in creating a supportive and collaborative
workplace where employees are empowered to grow, evelop their careers,
and make a real impact in the lives of others. By joining Altra, you\'ll
not only gain the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with
members and coworkers, but you\'ll also be contributing to a
mission-driven organization that is dedicated to improving the financial
well-being of our members and the communities we serve. Altra is proud
to be a Great Place to Work certified company seven years in a row; 92%
of our employees say Altra is a great place to work! At Altra, we invest
in each other and work together to make a difference in the communities
we serve and to help people live their best lives! We support diversity
in the workplace and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma (or equivalent)
required. 1 year of customer service or member support experience is
required. Previous call center experience would be a plus but not
required. Ability to learn and retain knowledge. Excellent phone skills,
computer/keyboard skills. Good math skills. Effective oral and written
communication skills and excellent organization skills. Ability to
multi-task utilizing multiple sources of software to make thorough
decisions. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word,
Excel, Teams, and Outlook). A positive attitude and commitment to
providing excellent service, in a fast-paced environment. Ability to
handle a variety of member inquiries with patience and resilience.
Bilingual (English / Spanish / Hmong) skills are strongly encouraged to
support and better serve our diverse membership. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: http://www.altra.jobs
exceptional service and meaningful support to our members. We offer a
positive, people-centered workplace where team members can grow,
contribute, and make a difference. We are currently hiring a Full-Time
Member Contact Specialist for our Member Contact Center, based at our
Operations Center in Onalaska, WI. The Member Contact Specialist helps
members by responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and providing
prompt, professional support. In this fast-paced role, you will help
create a positive member experience while upholding Altra\'s values and
service standards. Key Responsibilities Respond to member inquiries
promptly via telephone ensuring a positive member experience. Engage and
coordinate the assistance of employees from other departments to provide
prompt resolution to members\' inquiries. Proactively identify and
address members\' needs, escalating issues when necessary. Accurately
document member interactions in the CRM system. Meet or exceed
performance metrics, including response time, quality, and member
satisfaction. Model Altra\'s service standards for being friendly and
outgoing, non-judgmental, focused, trustworthy, and confident. Ability
to manage a fast-paced environment with diverse situations requiring
resolution, and handle stressful situations, should they arise.
Qualifications High school diploma (or equivalent) required. 1 year of
customer service or member support experience is required. Previous call
center experience would be a plus but not required. Skills & Abilities
Ability to learn and retain knowledge. Excellent phone skills,
computer/keyboard skills. Good math skills. Effective oral and written
communication skills and excellent organization skills. Ability to
multi-task utilizing multiple sources of software to make thorough
decisions. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word,
Excel, Teams, and Outlook). A positive attitude and commitment to
providing excellent service, in a fast-paced environment. Ability to
handle a variety of member inquiries with patience and resilience.
Bilingual (English / Spanish / Hmong) skills are strongly encouraged to
support and better serve our diverse membership. Availability This
position is full-time, 40- hours a week, Monday through Friday. Hours
are based on shifts between the operating hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30
p.m. CST. Shifts are based on department seniority and preferences. Work
Environment Work from home / remote opportunities will be an option for
those candidates who live within Altra\'s approved remote states: CO,
FL, GA, IA, MI, MN, NJ, NC, TN, TX, and WI. Member Contact Specialists
require the ability to sit or stand at a desk for long periods of time,
while having the ability speak, hear, and communicate with others, while
taking inbound and outbound calls (on average 60-80 calls per day). Pay
& Benefits Hourly pay starting at \$19.00 per hour (\$18.00 base, plus
\$1 MCC premium). Eligible to participate in the monthly incentive plan,
with payouts earned based on plan guidelines; anywhere between \$5 and
\$400 per month. When bilingual in Spanish or Hmong, receive a \$1.00 /
hour pay premium after completing and passing the language exam.
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical / dental / vision
coverage, group life insurance, and supplemental life insurance options.
Up to a 6% employer-matched 401(k) additional 3% employer
contribution. Two-weeks paid sabbatical every five years worked, plus
four-week paid sabbatical at twenty years! Paid time off, volunteer time
off, paid holidays, and your birthday off (paid)! Employee-only perks
and discounts. At Altra Federal Credit Union, you\'ll be part of a team
that values people over profits and puts members at the heart of
everything we do. We believe in creating a supportive and collaborative
workplace where employees are empowered to grow, evelop their careers,
and make a real impact in the lives of others. By joining Altra, you\'ll
not only gain the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with
members and coworkers, but you\'ll also be contributing to a
mission-driven organization that is dedicated to improving the financial
well-being of our members and the communities we serve. Altra is proud
to be a Great Place to Work certified company seven years in a row; 92%
of our employees say Altra is a great place to work! At Altra, we invest
in each other and work together to make a difference in the communities
we serve and to help people live their best lives! We support diversity
in the workplace and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma (or equivalent)
required. 1 year of customer service or member support experience is
required. Previous call center experience would be a plus but not
required. Ability to learn and retain knowledge. Excellent phone skills,
computer/keyboard skills. Good math skills. Effective oral and written
communication skills and excellent organization skills. Ability to
multi-task utilizing multiple sources of software to make thorough
decisions. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word,
Excel, Teams, and Outlook). A positive attitude and commitment to
providing excellent service, in a fast-paced environment. Ability to
handle a variety of member inquiries with patience and resilience.
Bilingual (English / Spanish / Hmong) skills are strongly encouraged to
support and better serve our diverse membership. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: http://www.altra.jobs
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