Customer Service Jobs in Connecticut

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 Experience Associate

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 hour ago

Return to selected search result Customer Experience Associate Apply locations 055 - Lancaster, PA time type Part time posted on Posted Today job requisition id JR33524 Looking for a company that...

Customer Service Representative

  • Stamford, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 3 hours ago

Experience: Strong customer service experience. Cash handling experience is preferred but not required. Parking industry experience is preferred but not required....

Customer Service Associate

  • Danbury, CT
  • 4 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 4 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

  • CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • CT
  • 7 hours ago

Uses customer service threshold framework to make financial decisions to resolve member issues....

Customer Service Representative

  • Guilford, CT
  • 19 hours ago
  • Guilford, CT
  • 19 hours ago

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

Customer Service Representative - Utility

  • Wallingford, CT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 20 hours ago

As a Customer Service Representative, you will serve as a key contact and liaison for customers to ensure their total satisfaction....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Clinton, CT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Clinton, 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 - Temporary

  • Stratford, CT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Stratford, 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....

Dispensary Associate - Part-time

  • Bristol, CT
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bristol, CT
  • 21 hours ago

Prior experience, preferably in retail and/or customer service area is a plus. Must have prior cash handling experience....

Customer Service Associate

  • Milford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 1 day ago

As the name suggests, your main priority is to provide great customer service....

Customer Care Representative I

  • Wallingford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Researches and analyzes data to address operational challenges and customer service issues. Provides external and internal customers with requested information....

Client Service Representative

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 2 days ago

The CSR is the pivot around which the hospital operates and is responsible for: Customer service functions, including: greeting visitors and answering telephones Scheduling and confirming appointments...

Customer Service Representative

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago

YOUR ROLE The Customer Service Representative is a key member of the Customer's Account Team (CSR + Account Manager)....

Customer Service Representative - Corporate

  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 4 days ago

Process Improvement: Skilled in optimizing customer service operations. Industry Knowledge: Updated knowledge of relevant industry trends....

Customer Care Representative

  • CT
  • 4 days ago
  • CT
  • 4 days ago

The primary purpose of this position is to provide exemplary customer service to customers....

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Connecticut

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Connecticut offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.0%
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 Connecticut
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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