Customer Service Jobs in Johnston, IA

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

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 18 hours ago

Title: Customer Service Representative Employee Status: Regular Full Time Work From Home Option: Hybrid - 2 Days/Week (40% Remote) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Overview: The Customer Service Representative...

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Customer Service Representative

  • Urbandale, IA (10 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Urbandale, IA (10 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED is required. 1 - 2 years customer service experience preferred....

Retail Customer Service Specialist

  • Waukee, IA (11 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waukee, IA (11 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Customer Service Specialists are tasked with achieving excellent customer service, while consistently meeting the stores sales goals....

Customer Care Representative I

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Representative

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Role/Responsibilities/Project: We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Customer Service Representative with a minimum of 3 years of experience in customer service....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Clive, IA (8 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Clive, IA (8 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago

service and help everyone feel valued and understood Promote the value of Total Body Care by educating clients on new and expanded services, selling the Massage Envy Wellness Program, booking clients...

Customer Service Representative (remote)

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 3 days ago

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (remote)** This is a remote position open to any qualified applicant in the United States....

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Customer Service Associate

  • Ankeny, IA (7 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (7 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

DSM Airport Delta Customer Service Agent Part Time

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 7 days ago

This is a customer-facing role, providing first-class customer service to everyone. You are friendly, outgoing, and love to make people happy daily!...

Remote Senior Customer Service Representative

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago

The Role This position is responsible for providing world-class customer service to auto insurance customers while resolving customer inquiries and procuring total loss information from insurers and...

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Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 8 days 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 Care Representative

  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (16 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago

service or retail experience preferred....

Bilingual Spanish Customer Service Representative - Remote

  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (9 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 9 days ago

This position receives and responds to inbound call inquiries and communications from customers, marketing associates, and other customer service representatives....

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Customer Care Representative

  • Urbandale, IA (10 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA (10 miles from Johnston, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Must have 5+ years of fixed annuities experience and be able to work on-site Urbandale, Iowa Description Answer calls, emails, and chats from Agents and clients, responding to inquiries and...

Demographic Data for Johnston, IA

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Johnston, IA

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Johnston, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

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