Customer Service Jobs in Montgomery, NY

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

  • New Windsor, NY (11 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Windsor, NY (11 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Return to Job Search Customer Service Representative Are you a people person? Do you love helping others?...

Customer Service Associate

  • Stone Ridge, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stone Ridge, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 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....

Customer Service Representative

  • Pomona, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pomona, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Performs a range of administrative and customer service tasks, providing valuable support to the hospital....

Customer Service Representative

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (21 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (21 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leader in logistics and customer service, is seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their team....

Customer Care Representative

  • Hopewell Junction, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Understands and strives to meet or exceed call center metrics while providing excellent consistent customer service....

Customer Service Representative - Entry Level

  • Chester, NY (12 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chester, NY (12 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Customer Service Representative - Entry Level Start on-site, then go remote! For the first6 months, you'll work on-site at our Chester, NY office....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Stone Ridge, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stone Ridge, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 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....

Client Service Representative

  • New Windsor, NY (11 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Windsor, NY (11 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 5 days ago

The Client Service Representative is the pivot around which the hospital operates and is responsible for: Customer service functions, including: greeting visitors, answering telephones, and guiding...

Data Entry/customer Service Representative

  • Hopewell Junction, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY (24 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 6 days ago

You will handle customer service calls via phone, email, or fax, and answer inquiries such as shipment or billing questions....

Customer Service Representative

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (21 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (21 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago

The Customer Service Associate will provide counter sales, phone assistance, and other help to our customers. Be instrumental in building our business....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Newburgh, NY (10 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (10 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 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....

Retail Customer Experience Associate, Poughkeepsie Galleria - Full Time

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (21 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (21 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Be part of an amazing story Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout...

Patient Customer Service Representative

  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 7 days ago

*Patient Customer Service Representative / Aide Rehabilitation Services* *Location:* Vassar Brothers Medical Center *Department:* Rehab Services Admin | *Org Unit:* 1892 *Job Type:* Non-Exempt | Hourly...

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Customer Service, Retail experience including operating front end equipment (for example, cash register), Working with mobile retail applications Primary Location... 56 W Merritt Blvd, Fishkill, NY...

Customer Care Representative I

  • Middletown, NY (12 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Middletown, NY (12 miles from Montgomery, NY)
  • 11 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Montgomery, NY

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Montgomery, NY

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Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Montgomery, NY 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 Montgomery, NY
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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