Customer Service Representative

Cobb County, GA

Marietta, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$18.31–$23.34 Per Hour

SKILLS

Accounting, Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Billing, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Call Centers, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Computer Workstations, Conference Management, Customer Relations, Customer Service Management, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Employee Benefits, File Maintenance, File Systems, Government, High School Diploma, Keyboards, Mail Processing, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, Multitasking, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Price Quotes, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Systems Maintenance, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Travel Planning, Work From Home, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Marietta, GA

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Salary: $18.31 - $23.34 Hourly
Location : Department of Transportation Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05018
Department: Department of Transportation (DOT)
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 102

Position Information

This position plays a vital role in the operation of the Department of Transportation's Call Center, with a primary focus on providing support to both the public and internal staff. Responsibilities include answering phone calls, entering work orders for the Department, processing incoming mail, and performing general office duties. The individual in this role will handle a variety of inquiries, ranging from routine requests tocomplex issues that require a thorough understanding of the Department's services and policies.The ideal candidate for this position must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a commitment to outstanding customer service. The ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and respond promptly to time-sensitive requests is essential. The candidate should also demonstrate flexibility and a proactive mindset when addressing obstacles or complex situations. Additionally, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail is necessary to ensure that all work orders are processed correctly and efficiently.This position requires on-site presence; remote work is not available. Working hours for this position are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, flexibility is required, as you may be expected to work outside of these hours during inclement weather or emergency situations. The ability to adapt to changing schedules and handle unexpected events is crucial for this role.
Essential Functions
Serves as liaison between the assigned department and other departments/divisions, staff members, County officials, the public, community leaders, outside agencies, or other individuals or organizations for the distribution and receipt of routine information; interacts with various officials and dignitaries involving sensitive client relations; conveys information among division/department personnel; circulates documentation to appropriate departments.

Distributes documentation between department/staff members and internal/external individuals/agencies; operates fax machine to send/receive documentation; distributes/delivers incoming faxes, subpoenas, mail, or other documentation to appropriate personnel; sorts, organizes, opens, and/or distributes incoming mail; signs for incoming packages and delivers to appropriate personnel; processes outgoing mail; copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, agendas, or other documentation.

Types, prepares, proofreads, and/or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, lists, logs, notices, schedules, calendars, attendance records, check requests, purchase orders, requisitions, budget documents, contracts, agreements, statistical reports, incident/accident reports, work order requests, agendas, minutes, motions, ordinances, resolutions, accident/incident reports, inventory records, charts, graphs, spreadsheets, or other documents.

Provides administrative/secretarial support for management and/or staff of assigned department/division: relieves management staff of routine administrative tasks; screens telephone calls, mail, e-mail, and other communications and initiates appropriate action/response; records and transcribes dictation; types, composes, edits, or proofreads various documentation; maintains calendars and schedules meetings, appointments, interviews, or other activities; coordinates travel arrangements, accommodations, conference registrations, or related plans for department staff.

Processes purchasing documentation: reviews purchase requisitions and verifies availability of budgeted funds; prepares purchase orders and forwards data to appropriate departments; obtains competitive price quotes; orders materials under blanket purchase orders.; reviews invoices, purchase orders, or other documents for accuracy; researches discrepancies, assigns proper accounting/budgetary codes, obtains proper signatures, and forwards for payment; maintains files and records.

Performs customer service functions in person, by telephone, and by mail: provides information/assistance regarding department/division services, procedures, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions or complaints; researches problems/complaints and initiates problem resolution; receives payments for various fees, fines, or services: records transactions, posts payments, and issues receipts; balances cash drawers; prepares revenues for deposit and forwards as appropriate.

Maintains calendar/schedule of activities for the assigned manager and department/division; schedules and confirms appointments, meetings, interviews, conferences, training activities, or other activities; updates calendar on a regular basis and notifies parties involved of changes.

Coordinates travel arrangements, accommodations, conference registrations, or other travel-related plans for executives or other staff.

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department operations within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives, reviews, records, types, and/or distributes documentation; enters data into computer systems; logs, tracks, or maintains records regarding department activities; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; files, maintains, and stores hardcopy records.

Performs data entry functions by keying data into computer system; enters, retrieves, reviews or modifies data in computer database; scans documents into computer; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; indexes documents; develops databases and computerized reports.

Processes applications for department services, such as licenses, facility usage, program enrollment, employment, or other purposes; distributes application forms and provides information; accepts fees/deposits and processes completed applications; issues permits as appropriate; administers work order program and opens/closes work order requests.

Maintains file system of various files/records for the assigned area; prepares files, organizes documentation, and files documents in designated order; retrieves/replaces files; scans records into computer; shreds/destroys confidential or obsolete documents; conducts records maintenance activities in compliance with guidelines governing record retention.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required: supplemented by two years of clerical, administrative support, secretarial, customer service, record management experience, and/or training.

Licenses and Certifications

May require possession and maintenance of valid State of Georgia Notary Public certification.
Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

High School Diploma or GED
Some College
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Advanced Degree
None of the above

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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in clerical, administrative support, secretarial, customer service, record management experience, and/or training?

No experience
Less than two years of experience
Two to four years of experience
More than four years of experience

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Referencing the Work History section of this application, please describe your experience in clerical, administrative support, secretarial, customer service, record management experience, and/or training. Enter N/A if you have no experience.
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

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Customer Service Representative

Cobb County, GA

Marietta, GA

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