Customer Service Jobs in Oak Park, IL

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 Representative

  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 14 days ago

service in a business-to-business environment Ability to work onsite in Lincolnshire for in person training during the first two weeks Able to work an 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM-6PM and in person...

Inside Sales-Reactivation Specialist

  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 17 days ago

service in a business-to-business environment Ability to work onsite in Lincolnshire for in person training during the first two weeks Able to work an 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM-6PM and in person...

Customer Sales Account Manager

  • Naperville, IL (19 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (19 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 17 days ago

service in a business-to-business environment Ability to work onsite in Lincolnshire for in person training during the first two weeks Able to work an 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM-6PM and in person...

Customer Service Representative

  • Woodridge, IL (16 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (16 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Job Requirements High standards for excellence, integrity and customer service Excellent customer service skills Ability to resolve conflict in a professional and decisive manner Foundational sales...

Customer Relations Associate

  • Bolingbrook, IL (19 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (19 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensures a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers....

Customer Service Associate

  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 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

  • Westmont, IL (11 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Westmont, IL (11 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 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

  • Calumet City, IL (22 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Calumet City, IL (22 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 17 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

  • Deerfield, IL (20 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (20 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Description We are looking for a dynamic and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Customer Service Representative....

Remote Work

Remote --- Customer Service Representative

  • Oak Brook, IL (8 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (8 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

REMOTE --- CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE at Teleperformance USA in Job Description Category : Customer Service/Support About TP TP is a global, digital business services company....

Remote Work

Customer Service Representative - Open Availability

  • Berwyn, IL (4 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berwyn, IL (4 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Store 4706756: 6400 Ogden Ave, Berwyn, Illinois 60402 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Retail Customer Service Representative/Cashier

  • Westmont, IL (11 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westmont, IL (11 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking self-motivated, results-oriented RETAIL CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES/CASHIERS....

Customer Service Associate - Nights/Weekends

  • Morton Grove, IL (10 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (10 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Representative (Hybrid)

  • Itasca, IL (12 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Itasca, IL (12 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Adecco is currently assisting one of its clients in their search for a Hybrid Customer Service Representative in Itasca, IL!...

Customer Service Representative II

  • Bloomingdale, IL (15 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (15 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Customer Service Representative II WFH Flexible Bloomingdale, IL ( Description OVERVIEW Cadrex is searching for a Customer Service Representative II who will be responsible for entering and processing...

Demographic Data for Oak Park, IL

Moving to Oak Park, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Oak Park, IL below.


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Customer Service Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Customer Service: Interpreting Customers' Service Priorities
CSRs who can identify their customers' priorities are able to make the best decisions on how to serve the customer. A customer's priorities may be both explicit (stated clearly or obvious) and...
Customer Service & Support For Customer Service Executives
Who is this course for? - This Customer Service training is for aspiring and existing Customer Service executives who want to learn what is Customer Service and how to be a good Customer Service...

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Oak Park, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Oak Park, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.5%
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 Oak Park, IL
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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