A leading nonprofit organization in Chicago is hiring a Temporary Ticketing/Customer Support Specialist. Our client is preparing for the highly anticipated opening of a new presidential center and is looking for a customer-focused professional to support an increase in visitor inquiries and ticketing requests.
This Ticketing/Customer Support Specialist will handle high-volume email and phone inquiries, assisting visitors, donors, and the public with questions related to reservations, ticketing, accessibility, group visits, and logistics. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong customer service and communication skills who enjoys helping people and can stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
What’s the job?
- Monitor and manage high-volume email inboxes, responding to visitor, donor, and public inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Assist with questions related to ticketing, reservations, accessibility, group visits, donor benefits, and visitor logistics
- Use established email templates, FAQs, and resources to provide accurate and consistent responses
- Provide phone support, including callback and voicemail follow-up using standardized scripts
- Identify and escalate complex inquiries or system-related issues to the appropriate team members
- Track recurring visitor questions and issues, flagging trends and areas of concern for the operations team
What’s needed?
- Previous experience in customer service, email support, call center operations, or a related role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional and friendly approach
- Comfort managing a high volume of emails and phone inquiries
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established processes, templates, and scripts
- Proficiency with Gmail and general computer applications
- Ability to multitask, prioritize requests, and remain organized in a fast-paced environment
- Experience navigating email-based support systems is a plus
Key Details
- Compensation: $18/hour
- Location: Chicago, IL (Hyde Park area)
- Work Model: Onsite
- Schedule: Full-time, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with potential weekend shifts based on business needs
- Attire: Business professional
- Benefits: Consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
- Employment Type: Contract (open-ended)
Interested in supporting an exciting new visitor experience and providing exceptional customer service? Apply today!
Phoebe Gilbert
Senior Recruiter
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