Customer Service Jobs in Virginia

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 Accounts Advisor

  • Aaron's
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 4 hours ago

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry, known for quality brand names and superior customer service....

In Person

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Walgreens
  • Newport News, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 5 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....

In Person

RETAIL CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/CASHIER (Starting at $15/HR + Commission)

  • Micro Center
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 5 hours ago

We are currently seeking self-motivated, hard-working, full- and part-time RETAIL CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES/CASHIERS....

In Person

Retail Customer Service Supervisor

  • PetSmart
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Retail Customer Service Supervisor (Key Holder) About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people....

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Customer Service Associate

  • Walgreens
  • Midlothian, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Midlothian, VA
  • 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....

In Person

Lead Retail Customer Service Associate

  • FedEx
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

service by determining appropriate shipping methods, informing customers of company products, services, routes, and rates Ensures quality customer service is given to customers by providing packaging...

In Person

Customer Service Associate

  • Royal Farms
  • Bristol, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, VA
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Prior experience in food service and/or customer service....

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Retail Customer Service Specialist

  • DICK'S Sporting Goods
  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago

Serve as primary customer service provider at the front end and liaison between customers and management....

In Person

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • FedEx
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago

This customer service focused team member is knowledgeable in all areas of the Store's business, including print, signs & graphics, and shipping....

In Person

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Walgreens
  • Aldie, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Aldie, VA
  • 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....

In Person Temporary

Customer Experience Associate

  • Weis
  • Stafford, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford, VA
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and...

In Person

Customer Service Associate I

  • DollarTree
  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago

Were seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer....

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5100PB1-03 Customer Experience Associate

  • Army and Air Force Exchange Service
  • Langley AFB, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Langley AFB, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Responsible for driving the customer experience through proactive and customer focused behaviors and actions. Actively evaluates customers' needs by listening, providing solutions,...

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Retail Customer Service Cashier

  • Love's Travel Stops
  • Staunton, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 6 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....

In Person

Customer Service Representative

  • Sauer Brands Inc
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

Overall Goal of Position: Provide top-tier service and support to our customers and SBI team. Job Summary: Provides support by processing customer orders, answering inquiries by phone or email....

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Demographic Data for Virginia

Moving to Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about Virginia below.


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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.1%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

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