Customer Service Specialist

Customer Service Specialist

As a Customer Service Specialist, you'll be the friendly, knowledgeable voice our customers rely on whether over the phone or through other channels. You'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional service experiences that are informative, solution-focused, and genuinely human. In this entry-level role, you'll be empowered to solve problems, answer questions, and guide individuals with empathy, professionalism, and strong technical skills. We're looking for someone who brings a deep sense of accountability and integrity to every interaction. Join our mission-driven team and start building a meaningful career in customer service, where your passion for helping others truly matters.

Service Specialists start at $19.57 / hr, are bonus eligible, and we offer a highly competitive medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer an 8% 401k match, and all employees start accruing vacation and sick time from their very first day. We empower employee development through our tuition reimbursement plan, professional development plans, and employee-led communities.

At Delta Dental of Washington our vision is that all people can enjoy good oral and overall health, with no one left behind. We succeed because of a shared commitment to a set of values that guide everything we do for our customers, for our communities, and for each other. We are Accountable. We lean in with Courage. We stay Curious. We are Inclusive. We act with Integrity.

Essential Responsibilities include the following :

• Successfully complete required training and maintain up-to-date knowledge of products, policies, and procedures.
• Deliver accurate, professional, and customer-focused support via phone and written correspondence.
• Resolve inquiries on the first contact whenever possible. Ensuring every customer feels heard, valued, and fully informed.
• Accurately document all interactions for tracking and analysis.
• Understand and contribute to departmental and operational goals.
• Escalate concerns appropriately and professionally.
• Manage workloads effectively by multitasking and prioritizing tasks.
• Demonstrate accountability, integrity, and professionalism in all interactions, both internally and externally.
• Embody our OneTeam Values Accountable, Courage, Curious, Inclusive, and Integrity in every aspect of your work.
• Perform other duties