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The City of Houston Customer Service Clerk in Houston, Texas
Customer Service Clerk
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Customer Service Clerk
Salary
$15.45 - $21.25 Hourly
Location
1200 Travis
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
34414
Department
HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date
06/26/2024
Closing Date
7/2/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: CUSTOMER SERVICE CLERK
Posting Number: PN# 34414
Department: HOUSTON POLICE
Division: RISK MANAGEMENT
Reporting Location: 1002 WASHINGTON AVE.
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY; 8 AM – 4 PM*
*Subject to changeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides clerical/administrative support to ensure quality customer service assistance. Responds to routine customer requests or inquiries received by mail, telephone, e-mail and personal contact.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs basic research and gathers necessary information to resolve routine customer problems and respond to inquiries via mail, telephone, e-mail and personal contact. Communicates findings to customers. Refers non-routine problems to supervisor.
Performs data entry activities to update customer records within authorized limits.
Receives and verifies completeness and accuracy of requests from customers; processes requests and work orders utilizing a computer terminal and/or tracking system.
Provides information about City services, ordinances, policies, procedures and pricing.
May act as a backup to a customer service section and an administrative support section.
May process work orders/requests and make changes to update customer account information.
May gather or collect information to generate reports, activity logs, etc. Performs other duties as assigned.
All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”
If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a high school diploma or a GED.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Six months of clerical/customer service experience are required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
None
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to eligible candidates who have current or recent experience using TVRMS and/or RMS
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:
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NO
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 10
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 (713-308-1228).
If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1228). (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
• 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
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
What is the highest level of education you have obtained?
Less than a High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
02
How many months of clerical/customer service work experience do you have?
Less than 6 months
6 to less than 9 months
9 to less than 12 months
12 or more months
03
Do you have a minimum of six months of verifiable clerical/customer service experience?
Yes
No
04
Are you able to provide 10 years of "verifiable" work experience if selected for the position?
Yes
No
05
Select the years of experience you have using RMS.
None
Less than 1 year
At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
At least 2 years but less than 3 years
3 or more years
06
Provide specific details about your experience using RMS in a law enforcement agency. If none, enter NA.
07
Select the years of experience you have using TVRMS.
None
Less than 1 year
At least 1 year but less than 2 years
At least 2 years but less than 3 years
3 or more years
08
Provide specific details about your experience using TVRMS in a law enforcement agency. If none, enter NA.
09
Select the years of experience you have validating stolen items.
None
Less than 1 year
At least 1 year but less than 2 years
At least 2 years but less than 3 years
3 or more years
10
Provide specific details about validating stolen items in a law enforcement setting. If none, enter NA.
11
Provide your own definition of customer service excellence in less than 100 words.
12
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
Required Question