- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CDC Public Response and policies as they apply
- Track and document all inquiries using CRM and applicable systems
- Meet Quality Assurance (QA) and other key performance metrics
- Escalate calls, emails, or chat issues to the appropriate designated group
- Continually look for and suggest process improvements, which will benefit MAXIMUS, CDC, and the public (inquirers)
- Adhere to the Privacy Act as it relates to the confidentiality of information released
- Attend meetings and training as requested and maintain up to date knowledge of public response, programs, and systems
Education and additional Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED required
- Minimum six (6) months customer service/administrative /call center experience required
- Must be able to speak, read and write in both English and Spanish clearly and professionally
- Highly effective communicator with strong ability to provide an excellent customer experience
- Excellent listening, comprehension, communications (verbal and written), problem solving and customer service skills
- Experience working with a PC and a Windows environment required
- Ability to effectively work within established contractual turnaround times required
- Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to organize simultaneous tasks
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team, as well as independently
- All CDC INFO personnel will be required by contract to undergo periodic program update training as the program changes
- All CDC INFO personnel are required to sign a Statement of Understanding and Non-Disclosure
- Previous experience with computers, phone systems, and headset preferred
- You must reside and work within the continental US
- Experience in a healthcare field is highly desired
Home office requirements:
Must provide own device/equipment. Computer or laptop required, head set with microphone and monitor required. (Tablets, iPads, and Chromebooks are not permitted.)
- Windows or Mac
OS for Windows – Windows 10 or Windows 11
OS for Mac – Big Sur (11.0.1+); Catalina (10.15); Monterey (12.3)
- Private work area and adequate power source
- Video calls may be requested on occasion. Proper background and attire are required
- Hardwired (ethernet) internet connection.
- Required Internet speeds; minimum download 25mbps or higher and minimum upload speed 10mbps or higher (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net)