What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customer Service Representative - Call Center position at Wake County?
What You'll Be Doing
Wake County Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a call center superstar to join our dedicated team of community supporters! At HHS, we believe that even when times are bad, we’ll be here to help you get back on your feet – and we’ll help you see beyond today, to a better tomorrow.
Our Customer Support Center (Call Center) staff help the community everyday by connecting people with the resources they need through strong customer service and a drive to help. The Customer Support Center is an integral part of Human Services that assists clients seeking information about the full range of programs and services offered by the agency as well as supporting clients who seek specific case information related to Medicaid, Food Stamps, and Emergency/Energy Assistance. standards. Individuals in this position must be able to provide complex program and service information directly to clients, as well as manage difficult or emotional situations. Our ideal candidate will have strong experience in a fast-paced call center setting and a desire to go above and beyond established standards to provide excellent customer service. Apply today to join #TeamWake
About
About Our Team
Wake County Department of Social Services includes ESS and Child Welfare. Our mission is, in partnership with the community, will facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Department of Social Services (DSS) is engaged in a number of Special Initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County DSS implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs. The Wake County DSS operates a fast paced, high volume Customer Support Center (Call Center) that is responsible for handling more than 500,000 calls each year. The Customer Support Center is an integral part of DSS that assists clients seeking information about the full range of programs and services offered by the agency as well as supporting clients who seek specific case information related to Medicaid, Food Stamps, and Emergency/Energy Assistance. Our Customer Support Center (Call Center) staff help the community everyday by connecting people with the resources they need through strong customer service and a drive to meet the best standards.
Required
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Excellent listening and communication skills
Location: HSC Somerset Raleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Hiring Range: 25.44 - 26.51
Market Range: 0.00 - 0.00
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 12/21/2025
What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Wake County Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a call center superstar to join our dedicated team of community supporters! At HHS, we believe that even when times are bad, we’ll be here to help you get back on your feet – and we’ll help you see beyond today, to a better tomorrow.
Our Customer Support Center (Call Center) staff help the community everyday by connecting people with the resources they need through strong customer service and a drive to help. The Customer Support Center is an integral part of Human Services that assists clients seeking information about the full range of programs and services offered by the agency as well as supporting clients who seek specific case information related to Medicaid, Food Stamps, and Emergency/Energy Assistance. standards. Individuals in this position must be able to provide complex program and service information directly to clients, as well as manage difficult or emotional situations. Our ideal candidate will have strong experience in a fast-paced call center setting and a desire to go above and beyond established standards to provide excellent customer service. Apply today to join #TeamWake
About
About Our Team
Wake County Department of Social Services includes ESS and Child Welfare. Our mission is, in partnership with the community, will facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Department of Social Services (DSS) is engaged in a number of Special Initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County DSS implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs. The Wake County DSS operates a fast paced, high volume Customer Support Center (Call Center) that is responsible for handling more than 500,000 calls each year. The Customer Support Center is an integral part of DSS that assists clients seeking information about the full range of programs and services offered by the agency as well as supporting clients who seek specific case information related to Medicaid, Food Stamps, and Emergency/Energy Assistance. Our Customer Support Center (Call Center) staff help the community everyday by connecting people with the resources they need through strong customer service and a drive to meet the best standards.
Required
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- High school diploma or GED
- Six months of job-related experience
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
- Previous call center experience in a high-volume environment
- Familiarity with DSS programs and services
- Experience with Documenting Management Systems
Excellent listening and communication skills
- Ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns, and overcome objections
- Strong work ethic and self-starter, able to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to change within a fast-paced business environment
- Professional and friendly attitude
- Openness to other’s views and desire to contribute to building a positive team spirit
- Ability to maintain an average answer rate of 10 calls/hour, and to type 30 wpm
- Possessing a high level of proficiency in operating a standard desktop and Windows-based computer system, including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, the county intranet, NCFAST, OnBase, NCTRACKS, ebtEDGE and computer desktop navigation
- Strong work ethic and self-starter, able to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to change within a fast-paced business environment
- Professional and friendly attitude
- Desire to contributes to building a positive team spirit
- Ability to maintain an average answer rate of 10 calls/hour, and to type 30 wpm
Location: HSC Somerset Raleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Hiring Range: 25.44 - 26.51
Market Range: 0.00 - 0.00
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 12/21/2025
What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.