Customer Representative Associate II - North Haven

State of Maine • North Haven, ME

4d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maine State Ferry Service is seeking an Full-Time Customer Service professional to work at our North Haven Terminal. The successful applicant would be able to start and end their day on the island of North Haven without the use of the Maine State Ferry. This is a full-time year-round position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Excellent Customer Service: Maintaining and promoting a calm, welcoming, and helpful atmosphere by being courteous and tactful while working effectively with the public and other employees. Selling tickets and collecting appropriate fares in accordance with published tariff for those using vessels or parking facilities of the Maine State Ferry Service (MSFS) Counting tickets sold and money collected during assigned shift, preparing shift activity/cash reports, preparing and maintaining records of monetary deposits and receipts. Providing schedules, fares, and other information to MSFS customers and the general public in person and via the telephone Manage vehicle line queues while working outdoors in all weather. Cleaning/maintaining the interior/exterior of the terminal. Performing other duties as required or requested by Supervisors/MSFS Management. Training will be provided in security awareness, screening of vehicles, passengers, and operation of security/security communications equipment. Work involves weekends, holidays, and those hours necessary to cover for staff on leave. Perform other duties as required or requested by immediate supervisor. Training will be provided in security awareness, screening of vehicles, passengers, and operation of security/security communications equipment. Work involves weekends, holidays, and those hours necessary to cover for staff on leave. Perform other duties as required or requested by immediate supervisor. The applicant selected for hire must obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) Card that is provided by TSA -Transportation Security Administration within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• A Training, education, or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of the principles and practices of quality customer service to perform complex work in assisting the public on matters such as communication transmissions, employment, ferry, social, or public services; and 2) ability to use independent judgment in handling exceptions to established work assignments, priorities, and schedules.
• All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Customer Representative Assistant I and Customer Representative Assistant II.
• The applicant selected for hire must obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) Card that is provided by TSA -Transportation Security Administration within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and promoting a calm, welcoming, and helpful atmosphere by being courteous and tactful while working effectively with the public and other employees.
• Selling tickets and collecting appropriate fares in accordance with published tariff for those using vessels or parking facilities of the Maine State Ferry Service (MSFS)
• Counting tickets sold and money collected during assigned shift, preparing shift activity/cash reports, preparing and maintaining records of monetary deposits and receipts.
• Providing schedules, fares, and other information to MSFS customers and the general public in person and via the telephone
• Manage vehicle line queues while working outdoors in all weather.
• Cleaning/maintaining the interior/exterior of the terminal.
• Performing other duties as required or requested by Supervisors/MSFS Management.
• Perform other duties as required or requested by immediate supervisor.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees