Entry-Level Political Call Center Representative (Republican)

POSITION OVERVIEW
MCI is a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company that specializes in delivering tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients.
With a commitment to excellence and a focus on innovation, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the industry.

We are looking for call center representatives to support our "Get Out the Vote" initiative.
In this role, you will make outbound phone calls on behalf of the Republican Party to encourage voter turnout for the presidential election.
Ideal candidates will be comfortable representing the Republican Party, have excellent communication skills, be eager to learn, and be highly reliable.

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities:
+ Handle inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional manner
+ Listen to customers, understand their needs, and resolve customer issues
+ Research systems to find missing information as applicable; coordinate with other departments to resolve issues as applicable
+ Follow the processes of the Client program and perform all tasks in a courteous and professional manner
+ Utilize systems and technology to complete account management tasks
+ Accurately document and process customer claims in appropriate systems
+ Follow all required scripts, policies, and procedures
+ Utilize knowledge base and training to accurately answer customer questions
+ Comply with requirements surrounding confidential information and personal information
+ Appropriately escalate customer issues with the managerial team
+ Escalate 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 processes
+ Adhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

All positive, and driven applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated and dedicated and should possess the below qualities:
+ Must be 18 years of age or older
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ Experience with data-entry utilizing a computer
+ The ability to read and speak English fluently
+ Have a wired, high-speed internet connection (Download speed of 20Mbps+)
+ Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
+ The 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 applications
+ Highly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
+ The ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issues
+ An aptitude for conflict resolution, problem solving and negotiation
+ Must be customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)
+ Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manage
+ Strong team orientation and customer focus
+ The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change and ambiguity are prevalent
+ Excellent 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 environment
+ Work at home experience
+ State 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 Options
+ Paid Time-Off
+ Regular Raises
+ Advancement Opportunity
+ Fun, Engaging Work Environment
+ Casual Dress Code
+ Cash 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
+ Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

+ 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
It is the policy of MCI and affiliates to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship.
The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment.
If reasonable accommodation is needed, of Human Resources.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
At MCI and its subsidiaries, we embrace differences and believe diversity is a benefit to our employees, our company, our customers, and our 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, one where employees are treated with dignity and respect.
All employees share in the responsibility 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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories 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, it is the policy of MCI to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have 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 upon 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 a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

ID2024-41507
Updated Date7/12/2024
DepartmentPolitical Fundraising Positions
ScheduleMultiple Schedule Option | Day & Evening Shifts
BonusNo
Wage DescriptionCommensurate
EducationHigh School Diploma/GED
Min.
Years Experience0
Company/BrandMCI
Location : LocationUS-MO-
Career LevelEntry-Level
Employment TypeFull-Time & Part-Time
Reports ToSupervisor