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Customer Service Representative

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $15.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid on-the-job training
Comprehensive new hire program
Robust learning management system
Cross brand training
Key Holder Program
performance-based career advancement
Educational Reimbursement Program
Medical insurance
telemedicine
Medical spending account options
Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
Company-Sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources
Discount marketplace access
Paid time off starting with 12 days
Business casual dress code including jeans and sneakers

Job Description

CheckSmart is a vital part of the Community Choice Financial Family of Brands, one of the largest consumer specialty finance organizations in the United States. With over 10 distinctive brands operating in more than 1,500 brick-and-mortar stores across 24 states and offering online services in 20 states, Community Choice Financial Family of Brands is dedicated to providing short-term financial solutions that help people when they need it the most. Known for its commitment to diversity, community impact, and career development, the company has garnered numerous accolades including being named a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Employer for Hispanic and Latinos, showcasing its inclusive and supportive work environment.

CheckSmart itself is renowned for delivering essential financial services such as check cashing, money transfers, and customer payments, catering to a wide range of customers with diverse financial needs.

As a Customer Service Representative (CSR) at CheckSmart in Clarksville, IN, you will play a crucial role in serving your community by helping individuals access timely financial solutions. This entry-level position offers a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful connections with customers while working in a fast-paced retail environment. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include accurately processing transactions, managing customer accounts, and ensuring an exceptional in-store experience. You will be supported through paid on-the-job training, comprehensive new hire programs, and access to an extensive learning management system full of e-learning modules designed to enhance your professional and personal growth.

The position offers an hourly wage of $15.00, with a generous total compensation package that includes benefits such as medical insurance, dental and vision plans, 401(k) retirement plans with company match, life and disability insurance, educational reimbursement, and paid time off that increases with your tenure. The company encourages career advancement through performance-based promotions and leadership development programs such as the Key Holder Program.

This role demands excellent communication and organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and proficiency with phone systems and computer software including Microsoft Office and POS systems. You must be at least 18 years old (19 in Alabama) and able to meet the physical demands of the role, which involves standing for extended periods and moving equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. CheckSmart values integrity and compliance, ensuring all transactions adhere to local, state, and federal regulations.

As a CSR, you will also have the opportunity to participate in community events, enhance store appearance, and engage in marketing efforts that build the company’s reputation locally. Many of CheckSmart’s senior leaders started their careers in roles like this, making it an excellent gateway to long-term growth within a company renowned for nurturing talent and promoting from within. Your work schedule will be full-time, including regular in-person attendance and occasional weekend hours, offering stability and the chance to grow with a respected financial services provider. This is more than just a job – it is a chance to impact your community positively while building a career that advances with you.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age (19 in Alabama)
  • a high school diploma or equivalent
  • excellent communication skills
  • proficiency with phones, POS system, and computer software
  • meticulous attention to detail
  • ability to stand for long periods and move items weighing up to 25 pounds
  • background check completed with results compliant with law
  • ability to work full-time with regular in-person attendance including weekends
  • compliance with company policies and relevant laws
  • valid driver’s license and vehicle if required for job duties

Job Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • professional demeanor with customers and colleagues
  • meticulous attention to detail and ability to accurately enter data
  • proficiency in using phones, POS system, Microsoft Office, and other computer systems
  • ability to meet physical demands of position including extended standing and moving up to 25 pounds
  • background check required
  • ability to work a full-time schedule including weekends
  • experience in check cashing, document verification, or money order processing is preferred
  • prior cash handling and vault management experience is beneficial
  • bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
  • valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and personal vehicle for work duties may be required

Job Duties

  • Connect with customers to cultivate lasting relationships that drive repeat business
  • review, validate, and process customer transactions with accuracy
  • maximize customer success by offering personalized financial services that fit their lifestyle
  • enter and maintain customer information with precision and integrity into a Point of Sale (POS) system
  • build new business by completing daily call campaigns
  • assist in customer account management and collections by accepting payments and managing customer appointments
  • perform duties outside of the office including on-site vehicle appraisals, store errands, and external marketing
  • maintain internal and external store appearance and meet cleanliness standards to enhance customer experience
  • maintain office security protocols and conduct proper opening and closing procedures including management of vault and cash drawer
  • uphold compliance with company policies and relevant laws
  • engage in ongoing training and stay current on product and process changes
  • work efficiently in a dynamic environment handling multiple tasks
  • conduct additional tasks as directed by leadership
  • maintain a full-time work schedule with regular, in-person attendance including weekends

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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