Customer Service Jobs in New York

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 Associate

  • Elmhurst, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Elmhurst, NY
  • 6 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 Associate Team Leader (Front End Support Assistant Manager)

  • Garden City, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Job Responsibilities: Models and delivers outstanding customer service. Sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution....

Part-Time Customer Service Agent

  • Jamaica, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Jamaica, NY
  • 9 hours ago

As a Customer Service Agent, you will leave everyday feeling fulfilled because you have the power to create a positive start to a passengers trip....

Customer Service Representative

  • Melville, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 9 hours ago

We’re looking for a friendly and detail-oriented Customer Service Representative to join our client's team in Melville, NY!...

Customer Assistance Representative Sr.

  • Potsdam, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 9 hours ago

The Customer Assistance Representative Sr (CAR Sr) will provide a high level of customer service by assisting both internal and external customers, primarily face-to-face, supporting their branch and...

Customer Service Representative

  • Phelps, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Phelps, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Customer Service at OTTC/GNS is closely aligned with sales and operations....

Bilingual Customer Service Representative (Spanish) - Mount Vernon, NY

  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 14 hours ago

RequirementsMaximus is currently looking for a Bilingual Customer Service Representative (Spanish/English fluency) to join our growing team....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Sidney, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sidney, NY
  • 14 hours ago

. + Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact,...

Retail - Customer Service

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Store - LI-OCEANSIDE, NY Deliver friendly customer service, help customers shop our store, and find what they're looking for. Ensure all customers receive a fast and friendly checkout experience....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • New Hartford, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • New Hartford, NY
  • 16 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....

Bilingual Customer Service Representative (Spanish/English) - Rochester, NY

  • Rochester, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Description & Requirements Maximus is currently looking for a Bilingual Customer Service Representative to join our growing team....

Customer Service Agent - LGA (Part-Time)

  • Flushing, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Flushing, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Learn more about becoming a Customer Service Agent and the FAQs: careers.southwestair.com/customer-service-agents....

Part Time Customer Service Representative $17 hourly

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do: As a Customer Service Representative, you will play an important role in the lifecycle of every customers' purchase....

Airport Customer Service Agent

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Airport Customer Service Agent NYSYR - B6, 1000 Col....

Retail Customer Service - Full Time Customer Experience Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Deliver friendly customer service. + Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and...

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in New York offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.4%
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
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 New York
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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