POSITION OVERVIEWApplications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line/Section: Utility Building/Business Operations
Reporting Location: 4200 Leeland St, Houston, TX 77023
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Customer Service Manager leads the Customer Liaison Services Section of Utility Billing (UB). Responsibilities include leading the customer facing aspects of business operations, customer relation management, leadership and development, community engagement and process improvement. The ideal candidate has professional experience with problem resolution, handling time sensitive and confidential information, performance analytics, strategic decision making, and operational innovation.
This position requires proven experience in:
- Evaluating and developing improvements to customer service operations.
- Creating workflows that enhance service delivery.
- Producing business reports and presenting information related to process improvement.
- Managing personnel.
- Participating in the development and administration of the organization’s growth.
The incumbent for this position effectively plans, assigns, supervises and participates in the work of staff; monitors and analyzes customer account information for accuracy and integrity; analyzes and develops forecasts for key metrics to identify opportunities to increase efficiency: interprets and applies ordinances and monitors compliance; coaches, develops and motivates staff; communicates professionally; researches, evaluates and deploys tools, applications and best practices to ensure operational efficiency.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/WORKING CONDITIONS Position is physically comfortable. The individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works at the Tier II Level.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Seven years of progressively responsible administrative or customer service-related experience are required, including two of the years in a supervisory position.
Substitutions Four years of customer service experience may be substituted for the above education requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None.
PREFERENCESPreferences will be given to applicants with demonstrated customer centric communication skills, strong analytical and organizational planning, excellent leadership capacity, and self-starter initiative:
- Extensive experience managing a mid-to-large Billing group/department.
- Strong people and operational management skills.
- Demonstrated leadership ability.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent problem solving and deductive reasoning skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to manage conflicts appropriately.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. ** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 29 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period.
Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2972.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2972 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
Closing Date/Time: 11/11/2025 11:59 PM Central