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Customer Service Representative II (Grant Funded)

Salary

$41,678.00 - $49,349.82 Annually

Location

901 Bagby

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

36645

Department

Mayor's Office

Opening Date

05/20/2025

Closing Date

5/27/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Department: Mayor's Office

Reporting Location: 901 Bagby, 1st FL

Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm *

* Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

About the Mayor’s Office of Education & Youth Engagement (MOEYE)

Public education is a human right, the great social equalizer, and a key to a prosperous community. Mayor John Whitmire believes that each generation of children should be assured a better life and education. Through collaboration, communication, and coordination, the MOEYE strives to ensure this goal for all families in Houston by promoting access to equitable education and opportunities. Specifically, it is our goal to empower all people from cradle to career (0-24 years old) to procure a future that is based on their interests, passions, and individuality and not determined by uncontrollable predicaments. MOEYE believes this is an aspiration that can be met with the engagement of young people.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Uses standard problem-solving techniques to provide general information and customer assistance for quality service.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

+ Researches, analyzes, and resolves standard customer problems and inquiries by various forms of communication i.e. phone, email, in person, etc.

+ Prepares documentation to adjust customer accounts while maintaining security and confidentiality.

+ Maintains and monitors various records and reports on customer assistance including state mandated electronic systems.

+ Provides information on City programs, rates and/or process changes and guidelines. May distribute information to the public on City programs and/or initiatives.

+ May collect and balance daily revenue from sale of permits, receipts or fees.

+ May create work orders and project numbers. May contact other entities to release services on completed projects.

+ May function in a lead capacity.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

Requires a high school diploma or a GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Two years of administrative or customer service-related experience are required.

Substitution: An Associate’s degree may be substituted for up to two years of the experience requirement. Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the years of experience.

PREFERENCES

PREFERENCES:

Experience with youth and youth programming (active and ongoing). Experience with teaching and running educational programs.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 15

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-0453.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-0453 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Wellness

+ Supplemental Insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability

+ Retirement pension

+ 457 deferred compensation plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 10 days of vacation each year

+ 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

+ Compensable Sick Leave

+ Personal Leave

+ Flexible schedules

+ Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

+ Professional development opportunities

+ Transportation/parking plan

+ Section 125 pretax deductions

+ Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

+ Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

+ Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

+ Less than high school diploma/GED

+ High School diploma/GED

+ Associate's degree or higher

02

What best describes your VERIFIABLE administrative or customer service related experience?

+ No experience

+ Less than 2 years

+ 2 to 4 years

+ 4 years or more

03

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

04

I have experience working with youth in:

+ Youth programming (active and ongoing)

+ Teaching youth

+ Running educational programs

+ No experience

Required Question