Iowa City, IA
8 days ago
Republican Political Representative (Full-Time & Part-Time)
Republican Political Representative (Full-Time & Part-Time) ID 2024-42089 Updated Date 8/21/2024 Department Political Fundraising Positions Schedule Multiple Schedule Option | Day & Evening Shifts Bonus No Wage Description Commensurate Education High School Diploma/GED Min. Years Experience 0 Company/Brand MCI Location : Location US-IA-Iowa City Career Level Entry-Level Employment Type Full-Time & Part-Time Reports To Supervisor POSITION OVERVIEW

POLITICAL CALL CENTER REPRESENTATIVES SUPPORTING THE REPUBLICAN PARTY

We are looking for call center respresentatives to support the "Get out the vote" effort.  In this role, you will make outbound phone calls on behalf of the Republican party to encourage people to vote in the 2020 presidential election.  Candidates should be comfortable calling on behalf of the Republican party and have excellent communication skills, willing to learn on the job, and be highly reliable. 

Schedules vary by site and project; however, we can usually find something that works for everyone.  This is an entry-level position with competitive compensation commensurate with experience.  While prior contact center experience isn't required, experience in customer service, technical support, inside sales, or back-office support in a contact center environment is a plus.

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT DOES SOMEONE IN THIS ROLE ACTUALLY DO?

This position supports customer service, technical support, and customer sales interactions.  This role requires you to interact with hundreds of customers each week across the country to resolve support issues, sell new products and services, and ensure a best-in-class customer experience.  In addition to being the best in the business when it comes to customer interactions, you will need to be confident, fully engaged, a team player, and dedicated to bringing a positive and enthusiastic outlook to work each day.  

 

Essential Duties

Handle inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional mannerListen to customers, understand their needs, and resolve customer issuesResearch systems to find missing information as applicable; coordinate with other departments to resolve issues as applicableFollow the processes of the Client program and perform all tasks in a courteous and professional mannerUtilize systems and technology to complete account management tasksAccurately document and process customer claims in appropriate systemsFollow all required scripts, policies, and proceduresUtilize knowledge base and training to accurately answer customer questionsComply with requirements surrounding confidential information and personal informationAppropriately escalate customer issues with the managerial teamEscalate customer issues to the appropriate staff and managerial for resolution as needed.Ensure first call resolution through problems solving and effective call handling Attend meetings and training and review all new training material to stay up-to-date on changes to program knowledge, systems, and processesAdhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements 

 

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT? 

It's about building relationships and turning the knowledge you gain in training into customer wins.  Representatives make a difference to customers and the company, providing over-the-phone customer service, sales, and technical support.  We provide all new employees with world-class training, so all positive, driven, and confident applicants are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated, energetic, and dedicated. 

 

Required

Must be 18 years of age or olderHigh school diploma or equivalentExperience with data-entry utilizing a computerThe ability to read and speak English fluentlyHave a wired, high-speed internet connection (Download speed of 20Mbps+)Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skillsThe ability to type swiftly and accurately (20+ words a minute)Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts within our hours of operation including the training period.  Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications and the ability to learn new and complex computer system applicationsHighly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctualityThe ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issuesAn aptitude for conflict resolution, problem solving and negotiationMust be customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manageStrong team orientation and customer focusThe ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change and ambiguity are prevalentExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customers

Preferred (Not Required)

One (1) year of experience in customer service, technical support, inside sales, back-office, chat, or administrative support in a contact center environmentState or Federal work experience COMPENSATION DETAILS

WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION?

We believe that hard work should pay off, so we make sure that our compensation and total rewards are competitive.   Standard starting compensation is commensurate with experience.  Regular reviews and raises are awarded based on tenure and performance, so our employees make more each year.

 

Employees earn paid time off as well as paid holidays and paid training opportunities. Regular daily, weekly and monthly incentives are part of the overall compensation our team members enjoy and include monetary incentive and prizes such as computers, tablets, phones, TV’s, trips, tickets, and even cars.  In addition to our standard group benefits offering for full-time employees following 90-days of employment, all employees are eligible to opt for our MEC medical plan after only 30-days of employment.  Benefits options and plans vary slightly by location.  

 

JUST A FEW OF THE BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage OptionsPaid Time-OffRegular RaisesAdvancement OpportunityFun, Engaging Work EnvironmentCasual Dress CodeCash and Prize Contests PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All MCI Locations

Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

Subject to the program and location of the position

Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint.  Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.Must be willing to submit to drug screening.  Job offers are contingent on drug screening results. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity benefits our employees, company, customers, and community.  All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.  MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination, where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees are responsible for fulfilling MCI's commitment to a diverse and equal-opportunity work environment.

 

MCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.  MCI will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements.

 

MCI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.  We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. In addition, MCI's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where an employee works.

ABOUT MCI (PARENT COMPANY)

MCI helps customers take on their CX and DX challenges differently, creating industry-leading solutions that deliver exceptional experiences and drive optimal performance. MCI assists companies with business process outsourcing, staff augmentation, contact center customer services, and IT Services needs by providing general and specialized hosting, software, staff, and services.
 
In 2019, Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named by Inc. Magazine as Iowa's Fastest Growing Company in the State of Iowa and was named the 452nd Fastest Growing Privately Company in the USA, making the coveted top 500 for the first time. MCI's subsidiaries had previously made Inc. Magazine's List of Fastest-Growing Companies 15 times, respectively. MCI has ten business process outsourcing service delivery facilities in Georgia, Florida, Texas, New Mexico, California, Kansas, Nova Scotia, South Africa, and the Philippines.
 
Driving modernization through digitalization, MCI ensures clients do more for less. MCI is the holding company for a diverse lineup of tech-enabled business services operating companies. MCI organically grows, acquires, and operates companies that have synergistic products and services portfolios, including but not limited to Automated Contact Center Solutions (ACCS), customer contact management, IT Services (IT Schedule 70), and Temporary and Administrative Professional Staffing (TAPS Schedule 736), Business Process Management (BPM), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Claims Processing, Collections, Customer Experience Provider (CXP), Customer Service, Digital Experience Provider (DXP), Account Receivables Management (ARM), Application Software Development, Managed Services, and Technology Services, to mid-market, Federal & enterprise partners. MCI now employs 10,000+ talented individuals with 150+ diverse North American client partners across the following MCI brands: MCI BPO, MCI BPOaaS, MarketForce,  GravisApps, Gravis Marketing, MarchEast, Mass Markets, MCI Federal Services (MFS), OnBrand24, The Sydney Call Center, Valor Intelligent Processing (VIP), BYC Aqua,  EastWest BPO, TeleTechnology, and Vinculum.

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The purpose of the above job description is to provide potential candidates with a general overview of the role. It's not an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required for the job.  You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

 

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

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