Customer Service Representative (Full-Time) - Water & Wastewater Services

Broward County Government

Pompano Beach, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$39,420.78–$62,916.46 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Arabic Language, Billing, Billing Software, CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Cable Television, Call Volume, Card Processing, Check Processing, Chinese Language, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Consumer Protection, Continuous Improvement, Credit Cards, Credit and Collections, Customer Relations, Customer Service Evaluation, Customer Service Systems, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Develop and Maintain Customers, Diversity, Driver's License, Electricity, Emergency Services, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Finance Software, Financial Transactions, French Language, Government, Heavy Lifting, IBM Maximo Asset Management, Keyboards, Liens, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Operational Strategy, Past Due Accounts, Peoplesoft, Physical Demands, Portuguese Language, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Public Administration, Resolve Customer Issues, Returns Processing, Satellite Television, Spanish Language, Standards Development, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Pompano Beach, FL
POSTED
4 days ago

Customer Service Representative (Full-Time) - Water & Wastewater Services

Salary

$39,420.78 - $62,916.46 Annually

Location

WWS Copans, 2555 W Copans Rd., Pompano Beach, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1414485

Department

PW WWS Bus Ops Cust Service

Opening Date

06/09/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Veterans Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

International Degree Verification

International degrees must be evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org/members or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Candidates are responsible for all evaluation expenses. Completed evaluations do not guarantee employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Customer Service Representative (Full-Time) in Water & Wastewater Services.

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL JUNE 10, 2026 AT 5PM.

The Full-Time Customer Service Representative (CSR) position, in the Internal Customer Service Section, is responsible for handling and processing a high volume of financial transactions, including but not limited to:

  • Collecting utility payments and negotiating delinquent debt (payment arrangements) with customers.
  • Preparing and processing complete, accurate, and timely account paperwork in the customer service system.
  • Using a variety of computer software and systems to maintain customer account data and process customer service transactions.
  • Providing excellent customer service to the general public and County Agencies relating to utility services and programs.
  • Handling a high volume of customer calls, emails, and in-person visits.
  • Handing multiple customer service assignments and tasks concurrently.
  • Communicating in a clear and concise manner to effectively resolve regular and elevated customer service issues.
  • This position also requires reporting to work at different WWS-BOD Customer Service Areas/Centers as operational needs require.

The CSR must have the ability to concentrate in order to research and resolve regular and complex customer service/customer relation matters in an accurate and responsive manner. The CSR interacts with both calm and irate customers face-to-face, on the phone, and via e-mail, primarily in an office environment. The CSR also works with the Accounting Division and other WWS Sections to implement a consistent program of internal customer services, procedures, and philosophies consistent with the highest quality of customer service. During emergency conditions, employee is considered essential personnel.

General Description

Assist customers in resolving a variety of problems/issues in an assigned agency.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires one (1) year in customer service or customer relations or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain a Florida Class E Drivers License based on area of assignment.

Preferences

  • Associates degree or higher in Business, Public Administration or closely related field.
  • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Certification
  • Customer Services Specialist (CSS) or similarly recognized Customer Service certification
  • At least one (1) year of experience using Energy (Peace Software), or a similar utility billing software
  • At least one (1) year of experience using Maximo, or similar maintenance management software
  • At least one (1) year experience using PeopleSoft or a similar business/financial software
  • Fluency in another language (i.e. Spanish, French Creole, Portuguese, French, Arabic, Chinese etc.)

SCOPE OF WORK

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Updates/maintains a variety of databases in order to facilitate information recording, storage, and retrieval and/or to track activity/volume of work.

Checks payment history in order to answer questions from customers regarding payment/use history.

Resolves a variety of problems/issues from the public and/or other staff in order to maximize the efficiency/effectiveness of office operation and/or service provided.

Interacts with the public or other County staff/officials in order to assist them in using Department services/programs, collect fees, answer questions, or identify their service needs.

Posts funds received in order to credit the proper customer account.

Retrieves information/summary reports from a variety of databases in order to facilitate data/trend analysis, and/or provide data/information to staff, County officials, and/or the public.

Researches county and non-county government information in order to assist customers in determining the appropriate government agency/jurisdiction that can resolve their problem/issue.

Registers regulated businesses/individuals in order to protect consumers and document regulated businesses/individuals.

Prepares a variety of correspondence, notifications, forms, and related documents in order to communicate information to staff and/or the public.

Processes returned checks/credit card transactions in order to collect funds owed for utility services, or license/permit/citation/lien satisfaction fees, and/or update account status.

Researches misapplied payments in order to post funds received to correct account.

Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies

  • Decision Quality:

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others expertise.

  • Resourcefulness:

Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. Accomplishes tasks without waste, leveraging available resources; requests additional resources when appropriate. Manages multiple priorities and competing demands calmly and effectively.

  • Optimizes Work Processes:

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards, methods, and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods.

  • Interpersonal Savvy:

Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Maintains an open, friendly, and accepting demeanor when interacting with others; starts conversations and builds rapport; listens attentively and responds non-defensively when given advice, instruction, or critical feedback.

  • Communicates Effectively:

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Seeks out others perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.

  • Demonstrates Self-Awareness:

Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. May vary by work location.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.

  • Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  • Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
  • Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

County-wide Emergency Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of County-paid life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Employees who are hired into a full-time, or part-time position working 20 hours per week, are considered benefits-eligible. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicants qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the Work Experience section of your application).

Please note: Broward County is no longer accepting attachments to job applications, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your applications?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have one (1) year experience in customer service or customer relations or closely related experience?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you possess a valid Florida Class E Drivers License based on area of assignment?

  • Yes
  • No

04

What is the highest level of education that you have obtained in Business, Public Administration or closely related field?

  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Not Applicable

05

Which of the following certifications or licenses do you possess? Select all that apply Selections are subject to verification

  • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Certification
  • Customer Services Specialist (CSS) or similarly recognized Customer Service Certification
  • Not Applicable

06

Do you have experience in the following? Select all that apply. Please ensure this experience is fully documented in your application work history

  • At least one (1) year of experience using Energy (Peace Software), or a similar utility billing software
  • At least one (1) year of experience using Maximo, or similar maintenance management software
  • At least one (1) year experience using PeopleSoft or a similar business/financial software
  • Not Applicable

07

Are you fluent in another language? If yes, please indicate which language.

08

Select which area(s) of utility billing/customer service you have experience in.

  • Cable/Satellite Television
  • Electricity or Gas
  • Solid Waste
  • Water and/or Sewer
  • Telephone or Cellular
  • Not Applicable

09

This position requires sitting, standing, walking for frequent to continuous periods of time, driving, and lifting/moving heavy cash drawers and related equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Are these activities that you can safely perform with or without a reasonable accommodation?

  • Yes
  • No

10

Briefly describe your experience including years in cash handling and processing non-cash transactions, such as credit card and check payments.

11

Are you aware that during emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Broward County

Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800

Phone (954) 831-4000

Website http://www.broward.org/careers

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