Contact Center Manager
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Contact Center Manager to lead our federal-agency omnichannel contact center program. This role is central to ensuring high performance, quality, and customer satisfaction across all communication channels. The successful candidate will manage daily operations, including staffing, training, service delivery, and performance monitoring, with a strong focus on meeting and exceeding key performance indicators (KPIs). Additionally, the candidate will leverage AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
What you will do :
- Oversee daily operations of the contact center to ensure efficient and effective service delivery, managing staffing, scheduling, and real-time queue management to meet service levels and KPIs
- Develop and implement comprehensive training programs for new hires and existing staff to enhance skills and ensure compliance with service standards
- Establish and maintain a robust quality assurance framework to monitor and improve service quality and customer satisfaction, conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions as needed
- Collaborate with IT and CRM teams to ensure seamless integration of contact center technologies, including Salesforce, telecommunication systems, and AI-driven tools
- Utilize data analytics and AI technologies to assess performance trends, automate routine tasks, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
- Ensure all contact center operations comply with federal regulations, including privacy and security standards, and work with the Government security clearance team to manage staff clearances
- Lead initiatives to innovate and improve processes, leveraging AI and industry best practices to enhance the customer experience
- Act as the primary liaison with government clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment with program objectives and expectations
We are looking for someone with the following qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Computer Science, or a related field, with a Master's degree preferredMinimum of four years of experience in managing a large-scale omnichannel contact center, with at least three years in a leadership roleProficient in CRM and contact center technologies, particularly Salesforce, VOIP telephony, ACD systems, and AI-driven customer service tools such as chatbots and virtual assistantsDemonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of professionals in a dynamic environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data, leverage AI insights, and make informed decisionsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and government clientsProficiency in American English with excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish preferredKnowledge of digital content strategies, SEO best practices, and audience engagement techniquesUnderstanding of knowledge base systems and their role in supporting contact center operationsUnderstanding of call center workflows, KPIs, and metrics such as customer satisfaction, first call resolution, and average handle timeAbility to work effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholdersExperience collaborating with training teams to develop onboarding and continuous education materials for agentsKnowledge of relevant compliance requirements including privacy, security, and accessibility standardsStrong analytical skills to interpret data and translate insights into actionable content strategiesA highly qualified candidate will have the following :
Experience working within a federal government contact center environmentRelevant industry certifications such as Certified Call Center Manager (CCCM), Certified Customer Experience Professional (CCXP), or AI-related certificationsExperience with process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean ManagementFamiliarity with AI applications in contact centers, such as natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML) for predictive analyticsProficiency in a second language, particularly Spanish, is a plusExtensive Salesforce knowledge base administration experienceDemonstrated success creating omnichannel content for phone, email, chat, and social mediaStrong background in training material development for contact center agentsProven ability to improve content performance using analytics and customer feedbackExperience with government or regulated industry contact center operationsFamiliarity with human-centered design, Design Thinking, Lean Six Sigma, or Kaizen continuous-improvement frameworksCome break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter. We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."
Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits.
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