Contact Center Representative I

Why Westerra?

Here at Westerra Credit Union, every employee counts. Our teams are composed of high-performing individuals committed to being HONORABLE, INVENTIVE, and CURIOUS, which makes them GREAT! Our team members show up every day authentically being themselves and our diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) focus is a critical pillar of our organization. We want you to feel comfortable being YOU.

All of our team members are working towards the same purpose - to teach one another to prosper. We strive to be a modern financial community where we all truly belong, both in the eyes of our employees and the members that we serve. We can't wait to see how you will contribute to this purpose, positively and intentionally, by impacting our members' lives through personal attention, financial education, community engagement and much more. This is true regardless of your role, as we are all member-facing. Founded by schoolteachers in 1934, we are a learning organization at our core and embed a growth mindset in our employees so that we all prosper!

What is the role?

The Contact Center Representative I, will be part of an inbound Contact Center team via various channels including chat, phones and online banking messaging. The representative will deliver wholehearted member service, and offer tailored options and solutions to our members, with the goal of deepening member relationships.

What will be expected of me?

• Deliver Westerra Experience (WX) and Ways to Be with every interaction.

• Focus on our member experience by delivering great, genuine, member service via remote channel.

• Educate members on options and solutions to make their banking experience easier.

• Listen to member requests and identify the right solution for their needs.

• Offer products or services to members tailored to their specific goals.

• Problem solve and navigate through the use of multiple systems to identify member needs and solutions.

• Adapt to process changes and imbed into daily routine.

• Collaborate with cross functional departments to improve our member experience.

• Contribute to the success of the team.

• Meet or exceed Contact Center performance metrics.

• Other duties as assigned.

What am I bringing?

Experience/Education:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in customer service.

• Banking or Credit Union experience preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide an uplifting, yet realistic, outlook on what the future holds and the opportunities it might present.

• Ability to navigate effectively through multiple systems.

• Meet and exceed member and internal partner expectations.

• Ability to choose the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions.

• Ability to adjust effectively to changes in work responsibilities or environment.

• Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

• Must maintain high-level of confidentiality.

What is the work environment like, and are there physical requirements for this role?

• Dispersed flexible team environment both on Westerra campus and remote

• Works primarily at desk

• No physical requirements

Salary: in addition to the starting hourly rate of $20 per hour, this role is also be eligible for Westerra's self-funding reward plan. This plan pays out a cash incentive annually if the company hits specific criteria tied to our financial goals and you will have a direct impact on the outcome of those results!

What are some of our benefit offerings?

• Three health plans through UMR that offer a variety of coverage options, including HSA and FSA options

• Two dental plans through Delta Dental

• Basic life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability

• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO) per year

• Anniversary time off that consists of 1+ days of paid leave for each anniversary year (PLAY)

• 16 hours of volunteer time off (VTO) per year

• 11+ paid holidays

• 401(k) that includes up to 6% match

• Up to $5250 per year for educational reimbursement

• 2 weeks of paid parental leave

• Mental health resources including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Home office reimbursement for hybrid/remote roles

• Individualized learning and development programs

Application window: please note, applications will be accepted until at least May 9, 2024.