CSR 1 Web / DMCS (Remote) - Maximus

Description & Requirements

Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs. Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com.

Maximus is currently seeking CSR I Web agents, your primary responsibility will be Credit Bureau Reporting. In the event of high call volume, you may assist with answering inbound calls regarding Federal Student Aid (FSA) Loan Servicing.

To prepare you for this role, Maximus provides paid, comprehensive training which ensures our employees care for each caller with the highest levels of knowledge and professionalism.

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate based on the county in which you live
• Paid training
• The opportunity to work from the comfort of your home
• Supportive environment with peers who share your passion for improving people's lives
• A career path that unfolds based on how you want to grow within the company

Additional Requirements as per Contract/Client:

• Must reside in the U.S. and be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• May be required to work scheduled holidays, overtime, and weekends
• Must be able to effectively read a prepared / written script out loud
• Schedule: 8:00AM - 6:30PM ET - Monday to Friday - Must be willing to work any schedule within these hours.

*Employment and continued employment are contingent upon obtaining and maintaining a favorable clearance. Final suitability determination is the sole discretion of the Department of Education.

* Obtaining and Maintaining a PIV-I card is a requirement of this position. PIV-I cards must be picked up in person. If applicable, new and existing employees may need to travel via car, train, or plane to a designated location to pick up their new or replacement PIV-I card. Any travel expenses will be paid for by Maximus.

Home Office Requirements:

• Internet speed internet of 25 mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net)
• Hardwired internet (ethernet) connection router, cannot connect via Wi-Fi
• Must have a personal desktop or laptop computer to use for the first few weeks of training with a private work area and adequate power source

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Handles customer service inquiries and problems via the telephone, recording consistent problem areas. May respond to e-mail inquiries.

- Customer service is the primary function.

- Calls are basic and routine.

- Uses computerized system for tracking, information gathering, and/or troubleshooting.

- May respond to customer inquiries by referring them to published materials, secondary sources, or more senior staff.

• As a CSR I Web agent, your primary responsibility will be Credit Bureau Reporting. In the event of high call volume, you may assist with answering inbound calls.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Minimum six (6) months customer service or administrative or call center experience required
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English fluently
• Basic math and PC skills including MS Office applications required
• Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to organize simultaneous tasks
• Applicant will be required by contract to undergo program update training as student financial assistance programs change, as well as required employee training
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Available to support all FSA programs via reassignment between programs (moving from one program to another), as needed

Minimum Requirements

- High School diploma or equivalent with 6 months of customer service experience.

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

For positions on this contract, Maximus will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor. That wage rate will vary depending on locality. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation.