Customer Service Jobs in Iowa

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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Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Ellsworth, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ellsworth, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Functions : General customer service duties including, but not limited to, helping customers find items, answering questions about products and services, and addressing customer needs....

Apple Specialist - Retail Customer Service and Sales - (Seasonal)

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 15 days ago

You re dedicated to selling and delivering a customer service experience that is unlike any other....

Customer Service Representative

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 hours ago

Customer Service Representative **Sr....

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Customer Service Associate - Dinner/Close Shift

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 7 hours ago

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

Customer Service Representative Nights and Weekends

  • Urbandale, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Urbandale, IA
  • 1 day ago

by providing a superior level of customer service to members, prospective members, and guests....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 1 day ago

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

Insurance Customer Service Representative

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

service focus Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar systems, including spreadsheets, email, word processing, and presentation software Grow, with us: AssuredPartners is passionate about fueling...

Remote Customer Service Representative

  • Middletown, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, IA
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a dedicated and customer-focused Customer Service Representative to join our team....

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Customer Service Representative

  • Grinnell, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Grinnell, IA
  • 1 day ago

Customer Service Representative Location Grinnell, Iowa Apply Now ( The Customer Service Representative assists Key Cooperative in the management of customer relationships that result in optimum efficiency...

Remote --- Customer Service Representative

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Category : Customer Service/SupportAbout TPTP is a global, digital business services company....

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Customer Service Representative

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Representative, 2nd Shift

  • Burlington, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, IA
  • 1 day ago

Store 4706601: 1012 Maple Street, Burlington, Iowa 52601 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Client Service Representative, Employee Benefits - Des Moines, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

service skills + Self-motivated and driven....

Customer Service Representative Needed!

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 2 days ago

Location: Dakota Dunes, SD Shift: Varying shift options available Job Status: Full-Time and Part-Time Pay: $17.00-18.90/hour starting, additional monthly incentives available Company: PREMIER...

Customer Service Associate

  • Storm Lake, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Storm Lake, IA
  • 2 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....

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Iowa offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.4%
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 Iowa
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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