Part Time Remote Customer Service Associate, Temporary

Role Overview  

Ready to build real-world experience? As a part-time, temporary Customer Service Associate, you’ll support students, faculty, and staff across the country while learning industry leading technology like Amazon Connect and Connect Assistant. Associates work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and spend their time interfacing with students, faculty, and staff of Higher Education and K-12 institutions. This is a great opportunity to apply your communication, problem solving, and technical skills in a mission-driven environment.  

A Day in the Life  

• Support customers via voice and chat using Amazon Connect
• Deliver a positive experience through empathy, patience, and clear communication
• Resolve customer issues using AWS tools specifically Amazon Connect and Connect Assistant, following defined call flows
• Accurately document interactions and manage follow-ups
• Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced call center environment
• Collaborate with teammates and escalate complex issues as needed
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays  
• Participate in ongoing training and continuous improvement 

About You  

• Communicate clearly and professionally, bringing empathy, active listening, and patience to every customer interaction 
• Enjoy helping people, solving problems, and learning new technologies quickly 
• Adapt well in fast-paced, changing environments while staying organized and detail-oriented  
• Follow structured workflows and procedures with consistency and accuracy  
• Are motivated to build skills for future opportunities in tech, support, education, or customer experience
• Willing to accept a temporary assignment
• Must be able to train full-time (9am-6pm EST) for 3 days, June 8th, 9th, and 10th. 
• Must be available on Mondays due to consistently high call volume and operational demand
• Ability to work a part-time schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, with potential for additional hours based on business needs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a quiet, distraction free home workspace
• Must be proficient using Browsers such as Chrome, Firefox or Safari
• Ability to learn and use multiple systems, windows, and monitors
• Professional fluency in English (CERF C1 or higher)
• Must reside in an approved state*
• Home Internet that meets the following requirements:   
  • 30 Mbps download
  • 15 Mbps upload
  • 100ms ping or less
  • Cable, Fiber, or DSL only (no mobile broadband, hotspot, satellite, or point-to-point)
  • WiFi is allowed; wired connection required if WiFi becomes unstable 

• Successful candidates will be required to complete and pass a CLEAR™ identity verification as part of the pre-employment screening process 
  • CLEAR™ Candidate FAQ 
• Must be able to enroll in and use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) via Okta with Microsoft Authenticator for secure access to company systems. 

What Makes This Opportunity   

• Build in-demand skills using Amazon Connect and cloud-based support tools 
• Receive paid training and ongoing support  
• Gain hands-on experience in customer experience and tech-enabled services  
• Support a mission-driven environment serving students and educators  
• Strengthen core skills like communication, customer service, and multitasking 

Our Training Approach  

You’ll complete a fast-paced, 3-day training program with hands-on, real-world learning to build proficiency quickly. Ongoing coaching and support from experienced team members will help you succeed as you settle into the role.

Compensation  

The hourly rate for this position is $12.50. Encoura uses national market data, internal equity considerations, and budget factors when determining compensation. Some roles may include variable pay.  

Additional Information 

This job description outlines primary responsibilities but may not list every duty. Responsibilities may shift based on business needs.