Customer Service Jobs in Evanston, IL

Customer Service Professionals in the retail industry are responsible for assisting customers with inquiries, complaints, or problems. They interact directly with customers to hear their concerns, solve problems, and provide them with information about products or services. They help to create an environment that fosters customer loyalty and enhances the shopping experience. This often includes processing returns or exchanges, resolving complaints, and ensuring that customers leave satisfied. These professionals may work in a physical store or in a virtual setting, such as a call center or online chat support.

Important skills for a Customer Service Professional in the retail industry include strong communication and problem-solving skills, patience, empathy, and excellent knowledge of the company's products or services. There are also certain certifications that can enhance a professional's credentials in this field, such as the Certified Customer Service Professional (CCSP) and the Professional Customer Service Certification (PCSC). Prior to becoming a Customer Service Professional, individuals may hold roles such as Sales Associate, Cashier, or Store Clerk, where they can gain valuable experience in dealing with customers and understanding the retail environment.

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Customer Service Representative - Patient Registration

  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

As our Customer Service Representative, youll work to help our patients check into the hospital....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Glenview, IL (6 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Glenview, IL (6 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Associate

  • Evanston, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Representative

  • Franklin Park, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Job Summary: At Transcendia, our Customer Service Representatives are not call center agents-they are customer advocates....

Lead Dispensary Associate

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (16 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (16 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

service and trains employees on how to ensure the best possible customer experience Manages the point-of-sale counter to ensure proper dispensing of product and proper cash handling procedures are...

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

This customer service focused team member is knowledgeable in all areas of the Store's business, including print, signs & graphics, and shipping....

Customer Service Representative - Surgical Services (Operating Room) University of Illinois - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Customer Service Representative - Surgical Services (Operating Room) Customer Service Representative - Surgical Services (Operating Room) Hiring Department : Surgical Services Location : Chicago, IL...

Customer Service Representative-Health Plan OTC

  • Northfield, IL (4 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northfield, IL (4 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Work Experience: At least 1 year of experience working in customer service OR 1 year of Medline Customer Service Rep I experience....

Customer Service Representative - Surgical Services (Operating Room)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of customer service protocols, including complaint management and customer satisfaction techniques....

Customer service representative

  • Palatine, IL (17 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palatine, IL (17 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Action Auto Services Inc. is seeking an organized and efficient customer service representative to join our team....

Customer Service Associate

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Customer Service Associate will provide excellent service to customers in a timely, courteous, and friendly fashion....

Customer Service Representative - Associate, Nights

  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Customer Service Representative, you must have superior customer service and communication skills. You must be detail-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment....

Retail Support Specialist

  • Arlington Heights, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Full-time Description Job Title: Retail Support Specialist Position Summary: The Retail Support Specialist plays a key role in driving the successful execution of company-wide retail...

Customer Service Representative - Bilingual

  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Service This is not a position We do not deal with Benefits questions & concerns Prefer HR background plus- Level of sensitivity Most calls are from Mexico, Latin American...

Customer Care Representative II

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Researches and analyzes data to address operational challenges and customer service issues. Provides external and internal customers with requested information....

Demographic Data for Evanston, IL

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Evanston, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Evanston, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Associate's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Evanston, IL
1-2 years
42.9%
Less than 1 year
38.0%
None
6.9%
2-4 years
6.8%
4-6 years
4.1%
6-8 years
1.1%
8-10 years
0.2%


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