Customer Service Jobs in Petal, MS

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

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 19 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 Healthcare

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provides customer service for basic and routine inquiries and problems via multiple possible channels (i.e. telephone, emails, web chats, or written letters)...

Customer Service Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 4 days ago

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

Remote Customer Service Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Customer Service Representative 100% Remote - Equipment Provided Pay Rate: $15/hr Bilingual English/Spanish Pay Rate: $17/hr Schedule: Must have availability Monday-Saturday 7:45am-8:15pm EST Start...

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Customer Service Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 13 days ago

Store 2723399: 4904 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39402 Shift Availability Overnight Job Type Part time Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Loan Servicing Customer Service Representative (PART TIME)

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 17 days ago

Job Description: At Regions, the Loan Servicing Customer Service Representative responds to customer's inquiries or complaints regarding Loan Servicing products or services....

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 26 days ago

Customer Service, Retail experience including operating front end equipment (for example, cash register), Working with mobile retail applications Primary Location... 6080 U S Highway 98, Hattiesburg...

Customer Service Representative - Account Services

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

Customer Service Representative - Account Services 2902 W Arlington Loop, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA Req #4438 Wednesday, April 9, 2025 POSITION SUMMARY: The Customer Service Representative verifies...

Customer Service Representative - Ellisville

  • Ellisville, MS (16 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ellisville, MS (16 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview: This position combines commitment to our customers satisfaction with consistent quality service in order to promote professional customer service....

Sales & Customer Service Associate Full-Time

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ 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...

Sales & Customer Service Associate Part-Time

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ 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...

Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (7 miles from Petal, MS)
  • 90+ 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....

Demographic Data for Petal, MS

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Petal, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Petal, MS 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 Petal, MS
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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