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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 $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid on-the-job training
Comprehensive new hire program
Learning management system access
Cross brand training
Key Holder Program
performance-based career advancement
Educational Reimbursement
Medical insurance
telemedicine
Medical spending accounts (HSA/FSA)
Traditional 401(k)
Roth 401(k)
Company match program
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
supplemental life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
ID theft protection
Legal services program
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program
Discount Marketplace
Paid Time Off
Business casual dress code including jeans and sneakers

Job Description

California Check Cashing Stores is part of the Community Choice Financial Family of Brands, a prominent consumer specialty finance organization in the United States. With a wide-reaching presence, this company operates over 1,500 brick-and-mortar locations across 24 states, along with online services in 20 states, offering customers a broad range of short-term financial solutions. Community Choice Financial is recognized for its commitment to providing accessible and responsible financial services to diverse communities, ensuring individuals have access to the money and financial products they need when it matters most.

This particular opportunity is for a Customer Service Representative (CSR) position based in San Jose, CA, at California Check Cashing Stores. As a CSR, you will be a vital part of the company’s high-performance team, directly engaging with customers to build trusted relationships while helping them navigate financial transactions such as check cashing, money transfers, and customer payments. This role is essential in delivering an exceptional in-store experience, contributing to customer satisfaction and loyalty in a bustling, community-centered environment. The hourly wage for this role is $21.00 per hour, which forms a portion of the overall competitive compensation package.

The role offers substantial professional growth opportunities, making it ideal for candidates seeking to launch or advance their careers within the financial services sector. The company invests in its employees through paid on-the-job training, a comprehensive new hire orientation program, and access to a rich learning management system filled with e-learning resources for continuous development. As part of the team, you will receive cross-brand training across multiple brands under the Company’s umbrella, opening pathways for career advancement and leadership roles.

Customer Service Representatives at California Check Cashing Stores participate in a Key Holder Program designed to foster leadership skills and prepare ambitious team members for promotion opportunities. Career progression is performance-based, ensuring that dedicated employees can thrive and grow within the organization. Additionally, the company supports educational pursuits through a reimbursement program to help employees build their skills and achieve their goals.

Beyond career development, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package catering to health, financial security, and work-life balance. Medical insurance options include telemedicine services and medical spending accounts such as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Retirement planning is supported through traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with generous company matching. Life insurance, disability coverage, accident protection, legal services, pet insurance, and wellness resources are also part of the benefits offered. Employees can take advantage of a relaxed, business casual dress code featuring jeans and sneakers, which fosters a comfortable and inclusive work environment.

Community Choice Financial is proud to be acknowledged as a Military Friendly Employer for consecutive years and honored for its inclusive workplace culture. The company values diversity and commits to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, military status, disability, or other legally protected statuses.

In this dynamic full-time position, typically requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week with regular in-person attendance including weekends, the CSR will perform a range of responsibilities centered around customer interaction, transaction accuracy, process compliance, and store upkeep. Additional duties may include conducting vehicle appraisals, participating in community events, handling cash and security procedures, and ongoing engagement in professional training and development.

If you are looking for a meaningful position within an impact-driven, fast-growing company that values community, innovation, and employee success, this Customer Service Representative role offers a strong foundation and a chance to develop a rewarding career in financial services.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age (19 in Alabama)
  • Background check required
  • Ability to meet physical demands including standing up to 90% of the time
  • Ability to move and transport up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to operate mechanical controls such as keyboard
  • Ability to work a full-time schedule with regular in-person attendance including weekends
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficiency with phones, POS system, Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Professional demeanor
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional demeanor with customers and colleagues
  • Meticulous attention to detail and data entry accuracy
  • Proficiency in using phones, POS system, Microsoft Office, and other computer applications
  • Ability to meet physical demands of the position including prolonged standing and lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Background check clearance
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus and may be required for certain locations
  • Experience with check cashing, document verification, money order processing
  • Prior cash handling and cash drawer or vault management experience
  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and personal vehicle for work use with mileage compensation

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
  • Participate in in-store and community events
  • Maintain internal and external store appearance and meet cleanliness standards
  • Maintain office security protocols and conduct proper opening and closing procedures, including management of vault and cash drawer
  • Uphold compliance with Company policies and procedures and relevant laws and regulations
  • Engage in ongoing training and stay current on product and process changes
  • Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and navigate multiple tasks to meet performance standards
  • 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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