Customer Service Jobs in Milford, CT

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 - Temporary

  • Shelton, CT (8 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Shelton, CT (8 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 13 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....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 20 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

  • Guilford, CT (20 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Guilford, CT (20 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 22 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 - Patient Accounts

  • East Setauket, NY (19 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Setauket, NY (19 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Required Education & Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED Three (3) years of customer service/call center experience....

Customer Service Representative ($21/hr)

  • Coram, NY (23 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Coram, NY (23 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

U-Haul is in search of friendly, motivated people for the position of Customer Service Representative....

Part Time Customer Service Representative $17 hourly

  • Norwalk, CT (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

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

Retail Customer Experience Associate, Danbury Fair - Full Time

  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Be part of an amazing story Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout...

Loss Prevention Customer Service Associate

  • Stony Brook, NY (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

service via a Company issued radio Observe and report any suspicious behavior or critical incidents to LP or store management Perform a closing safety sweep of the store with a member of management...

Service Coordinator/Customer Service Representative

  • Bethel, CT (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bethel, CT (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 6 days ago

All clients need to be handled with care, so we are looking for those individuals with great customer service skills....

Customer Service Representative

  • Milford, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 7 days ago

The Customer Service Representative is responsible for providing exceptional customer service in person and over the phone....

Aviation Front Desk Customer Service Representative Part Time Job Oxford, CT

  • Oxford, CT (15 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxford, CT (15 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

customer purchases and fuel transactions Work closely with line service personnel and pilots, ensuring all customer service needs are met Front Desk Customer Service Representative Qualifications Customer...

Customer Service Associate Team Leader (Front End Support Assistant Manager)

  • Port Jefferson, NY (17 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (17 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

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

Part Time Customer Service and Sales Associate

  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

The Part Time Customer Service & Sales Associate is an essential member of the Hertz Local Edition team and is the brand ambassador, providing the fastest, easiest, and most valued experience to our...

Customer Service Representative

  • Naugatuck, CT (19 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (19 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

U-Haul is in search of friendly, motivated people for the position of Customer Service Representative....

Customer Service Representative

  • Saint James, NY (22 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint James, NY (22 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Customer Service Representative - Stony Brook Childrens Service, UFPC Location: St....

Demographic Data for Milford, CT

Moving to Milford, CT? Find some basic demographic data about Milford, CT below.


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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Milford, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Milford, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Milford, CT
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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