Remote Call Center Agent Multi-Hire
Job no: 5097159
Position type: Wage (Hourly)
Location: Remote, Lynchburg, Virginia
Division/Equivalent: Department of Motor Vehicles
School/Unit: Department of Motor Vehicles
Department/Office: DMV Direct Remote
Categories: Administrative Services
Title: Remote Call Center Agent Part-time - Multi-Hire
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: $19.72. Prior relevant DMV work experience may increase the wage rate.
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Location: Remote
Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking experienced Contact Center Representatives to provide remote customer service support. This position is responsible for responding to customer inquiries via phone, email, and social media, and for assisting customers with DMV products, services, and website navigation.
Incumbents deliver accurate information, resolve customer issues, and provide high-quality service in a high-volume, structured contact center environment. The goal of this role is to achieve first-contact resolution while delivering professional, courteous, and consistent customer service.
Job Duties
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Respond to a high volume of inbound and/or outbound customer inquiries via phone, email, and social media.
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Provide assistance with DMV products, services, and online tools.
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Analyze customer needs and communicate accurate, complete information about DMV services.
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Resolve customer issues efficiently while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
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Document customer interactions using call-routing, ticketing, and CRM systems.
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Adhere to established schedules, procedures, and performance standards.
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Interact with a large and diverse customer base to resolve DMV-related inquiries.
Position Information
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This is a wage (hourly) position and does not include state benefits.
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Wage employees may work no more than 1,500 hours per agency during the 12-month period of May 1 through April 30, regardless of hire date.
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The wage employment period resets annually on May 1.
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Wage employees are limited to working no more than an average of 29 hours per week over the 12-month period.
Definition of Contact Center Experience
For the purposes of this position, Contact Center experience is defined as work performed in a structured environment where employees:
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Handle a high volume of inbound and/or outbound customer interactions, including phone calls, chats, and/or emails;
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Use call-routing systems and ticketing and/or CRM tools to manage and document customer interactions;
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Work assigned scheduled shifts in accordance with operational requirements; and
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Are evaluated using performance metrics, such as contact volume, average handle time, quality standards, and schedule adherence.
This definition is provided to ensure consistent interpretation of experience requirements.
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders and manages over 8.4 million registered vehicles. DMV also serves a wide range of business partners, including dealers, rental companies, driving schools, local governments, other state agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
DMV operates in accordance with its core values of Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT).
Minimum Qualifications
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Experience working in a fast-paced environment, particularly in customer service or contact center operations as defined above.
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Demonstrated proficiency in navigating CRM systems, transaction processing tools, and online resources; familiarity with systems such as Converge or MySelect is advantageous.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with diverse audiences.
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Demonstrated ability to manage stressful situations and difficult customer interactions with professionalism and empathy.
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Working knowledge of standard operating systems and software applications, including file management, data entry, and productivity tools.
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Basic knowledge of Wi-Fi technology, including connecting to and troubleshooting common connectivity issues.
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Basic understanding of VPN technology, including setting up, configuring, and troubleshooting VPN software.
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Demonstrated ability to efficiently navigate DMV systems and online resources to ensure accurate service delivery.
Additional Considerations
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Multilingual skills.
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Demonstrated experience managing high-volume customer interactions while maintaining accuracy, quality, and professionalism.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Please note: Contact Center Representatives work from home and must be able to troubleshoot any technical/connectivity issues they experience. If connectivity isn't established after 30 minutes, the Representative must report to a Virginia DMV Contact Center, to be determined by their supervisor, within 45 minutes. The ability to report to a Hub within 45 minutes is a job requirement for home-based employees.
Day One: New Hire orientation is in-person at our Lynchburg or Richmond locations. This requirement is necessary to receive all equipment and instructions and set up your remote workstation.
Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.
All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.
As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.
An online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to assess your skills in the screening process properly. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.
Day One: New Hire orientation is in-person at our Lynchburg or Richmond locations. This requirement is necessary to receive all equipment and instructions and set up your remote workstation.
Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.
All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.
As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.
An online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to assess your skills in the screening process properly. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.
Contact Information
Name: DMV Employment
Phone: (804) 367-0528
Email: employment@dmv.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and, if applicable, submit their disability documentation to DARS/DBVI to obtain their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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