GovAssist

Internal recruitment process | Customer Support Manager

GovAssist

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Entry Level

About the role

  • Lead, mentor, and support a team of customer support agents to meet and exceed performance targets;\n
  • Manage scheduling, workload distribution, and agent availability to ensure optimal coverage;\n
  • Review agent performance through KPIs and Hubstaff activity, providing actionable feedback and managing offboarding or promotions in coordination with HR and Support Management;\n
  • Handle escalated client interactions only when escalated beyond L2 or upon explicit client request to speak with a manager;\n
  • Oversee ticketing queue management: prioritize urgent matters, report Autopilot inconsistencies;\n
  • Ensure L2 agents are empowered to provide frontline guidance, stepping in only when operational or broader action is required;\n
  • Identify and report system or procedural errors, and submit actionable recommendations for improving operational workflows;\n
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Finance, Tech) to ensure smooth operations and resolve any inter-departmental issues;\n
  • Communicate procedural updates and escalations to Support Management, contributing to continuous process improvements;\n
  • Support agents with simple technical queries and ensure the smooth and efficient use of internal tools (Zendesk, UCC, etc.);\n
  • Handle crisis situations, including reporting emergencies via designated channels and facilitating client compensation when applicable;\n
  • Assist with payment-related matters as required and ensure timely coordination with Finance or relevant Support Management.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year and three months (15 months) as a GovAssist team member;\n
  • Flexibility to work during Shift 2 and/or Shift 3 as required;\n
  • Solid understanding of business operations and risk management in customer support;\n
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills with a focus on agent development and performance management;\n
  • Proven ability to manage high-stress situations, escalations, and competing priorities effectively;\n
  • Track record of driving process improvements and implementing operational standards;\n
  • Technically proficient with Zendesk, Hubstaff, UCC, and Jira (or similar tools);\n
  • Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities;\n
  • Previous management experience in a similar role is highly desirable.