Tier 1 (Hybrid- Austin, TX)

Job Summary A Tier 1 Customer Support Agent is responsible for providing front-line support to customers via phone and email. Their primary focus is to address common customer issues and provide "how-to" support for SaaS product usage questions. They are responsible for resolving product or service problems by clarifying the customer's questions and explaining the best solution to solve a problem while maintaining established Service Level Objectives. The Tier 1 agent is also responsible for identifying product problems and requests that require additional expertise or advanced troubleshooting and escalating those to the Tier 2 team after initial triage and collecting basic information. A strong performer in this role will demonstrate a high sense of urgency in responding quickly and effectively to customer requests, the ability to promptly identify items that should be escalated, and a continuous desire to learn about Togetherwork and its customers. Responsibilities • Receive and respond to customer inquiries via phone and email • Classify inquiries based on severity and priority • Investigate and/or resolve inquiries according to knowledge base articles and other reference materials • Log all incidents and manage ticket tracking system as per departmental standards • Escalate issues requiring additional expertise, investigation, or troubleshooting to the Tier 2 team • Accept and retain ownership of request, providing timely updates to customers until a resolution is reached or an escalation is needed • Participate in providing support coverage on recognized holidays • Assist with backup coverage for Tier 2 as needed, handling customer inquiries that are escalated by the Tier 1 support team Requirements • High School Diploma or equivalent • At least 2 years of experience in a SaaS customer support role • Excellent verbal and written communications skills • Outstanding interpersonal and customer care skills, capable of managing relationships while resolving technical issues with empathy and professionalism • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment • Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple issues simultaneously • Experience with Jira and Zendesk highly preferred Excited about this role but don't meet every single requirement?Studies have shown that women and other marginalized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Togetherwork we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. The Company offers a comprehensive employee benefits program, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options • 100% Employer paid short/long term disability • Basic Life • 401K option with 100% company match • Flexible paid personal/vacation time built on mutual trust and accountability • 10 sick days annually • 10 company paid holidays • 6 weeks paid parental leave • Culture that values work/life balance and celebrates successes Inclusion and Diversity:Togetherwork is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are a company where diverse backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints are valued. Togetherwork does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, age, ethnic or national origin, or any other basis protected by all local, state or federal laws. Salary Range Disclosure The base range represents the low and high end of the Togetherwork salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Togetherwork's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include discretionary bonuses, long term incentives, a flexible paid vacation/personal time policy, 6 weeks paid parental leave and more. Salary Range US Remote: $40,000-$45,000 Togetherwork provides integrated software and financial solutions to a wide range of communities and organizations including associations, camps, unions, fraternities & sororities, gyms, dance studios, religious congregations, pet services, and more. Our mission-critical tools help our customers manage and grow their communities, and enhance the depth and breadth of their member engagement. Our team is united in its desire to help our clients better serve and empower their communities. In this role, you will be supporting our Municipalities vertical solution: https://www.togetherwork.com/vertical-solutions/municipalities/ CCPA Disclosure Notice: Click Here