As part of the National Cancer Information Center, Income Support Specialists manage inbound contacts regarding ACS monetary and non-monetary donations, provide technical support for ACS events and related website issues, and offer information delivery on ACS initiatives, mission and values. This position demonstrates the highest level of customer service and promotes resolution of escalated issues through positive constituent engagement.This is a work from home (remote) position after 10 weeks of training at our National Cancer Information Center in Austin, TX. Your role is part of a virtual call center so you must be disciplined, available, and resourceful to meet constituent needs. You’ll need a space free of distractions with a stable phone and internet connectivity.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Handles a high volume of inbound contacts regarding ACS income generation programs and events.
- Assesses constituent requests and implied needs, using appropriate probing and clarifying questions.
- Exercises problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve complex technical needs and issues.
- Employs extensive knowledge of ACS events and programs to empower constituents to effectively navigate and use ACS related websites.
- Utilizes enhanced access to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with ACS websites, related applications, and standard operating procedures.
- Attempts first contact resolution by leveraging technology and analytical skills to provide support and accurate information delivery. Takes complete ownership of requests, utilizing resource navigation and analysis skills to resolve constituent’s needs.
- Exercises independent judgment and discretion to appropriately triage urgent and/or complex technical issues to the appropriate level of support staff.
- Employs high level customer service and communication skills to build rapport, engagement and to de-escalate challenging constituents.
- Meets data management needs of internal and external constituents per established standards, including capturing required constituent information and accurately documenting an interaction summary with Siebel.
- Maintains appropriate business approach and professional demeanor with all constituent interactions.
- Promotes relationship development for continual constituent engagement and revenue growth.
- Maintains working knowledge of all ACS income generating programs and approximately 5,000 associated websites through daily use of the Blackbaud platform.
- Preserves a working knowledge and application of appropriate processes and procedures through use of Outlook and SharePoint tools.
- Identifies tailored opportunities to further engage constituents to foster a mutually beneficial relationship.
- Abides by ACS policies and security requirements, including constituent privacy and Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance standards.
- Upholds organizational core mindsets of integrity, collaboration, and stewardship and values of compassion, respect, empowerment, stewardship, and trust.
- Takes ownership of his/her performance and development by engaging in coaching discussion with their Supervisor. Attends and supports training and Continuing Education in technological and customer service skills.
- Assesses and reports opportunities for process improvement, including addressing unmet constituent needs.
- Assists with the developing and testing of new and enhanced revenue generating processes and tools.
- Appropriately reports issues with resources and tools including phone systems, hardware, and software.
- Exhibits strong ownership and urgency of constituent concerns and thoroughly attempts resolution.
- Demonstrates positive energy, effective stress management, and fosters a cooperative work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Educational Background:
Some college and/or combination of two years business experience, preferably in a customer service related position or tech support environment.
Skills/Experience:
- Remote experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, technical, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read, comprehend and deliver information quickly to diverse constituencies.
- Keen customer service orientation, with experience in effectively addressing and resolving issues with constituents.
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities using analytical and problem solving skills.
- Adeptness to multi-task within simultaneous oral and written activities.
- Able to work independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
- Proficiency with computer and software applications using Windows. Familiarity with MAC operating systems a plus.
- Familiarity with web applications and browsers, mobile devices, and Microsoft products preferred.
- Typing proficiency of 50 WPM and ability to satisfactorily pass a technology assessment.
- Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems with strong attention to detail.
- Remains composed under stress, handles responses to criticism tactfully, and delivers on organizational commitments.
- Experience with Siebel, Salesforce and/or fundraising software is a plus.
- Spanish language fluency desirable but not mandatory.
- Available to attend approximately 9 weeks of required training on a fixed schedule on site. Work is conducted within a virtual Contact Center environment after the on-site required training is completed.
- Ability to adhere to a rigid schedule, possibly including nights and weekends, and work in a sedentary and somewhat repetitious environment. Flexible to work between the hours of 6:00 a.m. CST and 11:00 p.m. CST including weekends and holidays.
Compensation/Benefits:
We are committed to providing staff with fulfilling opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact in their local communities. We offer staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental and retirement benefits, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills.
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Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Dec 6 2017
Active Until:
Jan 5 2018
Hiring Organization:
American Cancer Society
industry:
Nonprofit