Customer Service Representative

Benefits

• Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community
• Receive a competitive salary
• Enjoy comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement eligible medical, prescription, health reimbursement account (HRA) subsidy, wellness and life insurance benefits
• Take advantage of 10 paid holidays annually - plus a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Access supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, short-term disability, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings
• Use our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
• Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, tuition reimbursement and student loan payment 401k match programs
• Get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
• Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
• Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Save with discounted cell phone plans
• Receive a tool and uniform allowance

Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!

Job Summary

The Customer Service Representative is responsible for providing essential, high-volume support to Metro customers within a centralized call center environment. This role requires the accurate application and conveyance of detailed information regarding the St. Louis Metropolitan area, its street network, local landmarks, and the full range of Metro transit policies, fare structures, and operational procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the St. Louis Metropolitan area, highway/street network and local landmarks.
• Knowledge of basic computer functions.
• Ability to type a minimum of 30 wpm.
• Ability to learn, apply and convey information about the Metro transit system, its fare structure and operating policies/procedures with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to determine efficient routing and scheduling options for customers using specialized computer software.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a centralized call center to meet customer needs with a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, use of good judgment, concentrate on the task at hand and perform detailed work.
• Ability to answer a high volume of phone calls under occasionally stressful conditions.
• Ability to analyze customer issues and problem-solve for customers in a positive and courteous manner.
• Ability to seek assistance as needed as well as to demonstrate initiative and good judgment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably (primarily orally) with Metro internal and external customers and Agency staff.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and respond positively to supervisory direction.
• Ability to make simple mental mathematical computations and tabulations accurately and with reasonable speed.
• Ability to adjust to changes in work hours.
• Ability to legibly address envelopes to mail schedules, timetable and maps to customers.
• Ability to be a team player, work under pressure and adjust quickly to changes in established policies and procedures.

Performs other miscellaneous duties in the Customer Service section not specifically mentioned. Such duties may include managing information booth, inauguration of new services, relief duties, bus rider-ship and additional special projects, etc.

Compensation:

18.64 - 18.64 (Hourly)

Employment Type:

Full Time

Education:

High School or equivalent

Work Hours:

7am - 6pm

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)