Customer Service Specialist
Quick Summary
- Respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests received through written correspondence, email, phone, and online submissions.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
This position works within a high‑volume environment that processes an average of 1,400 inquiries per month and requires strong analytical review to ensure information is complete and consistent with state and federal program guidelines. The role also processes updates to the Third Party Table and contributes to the unit’s operational workflow. The position functions within the statewide IV‑D Child Support Program, which manages location, paternity establishment, support enforcement, and payment distribution activities.
The North Carolina Child Support Program operates in accordance with the Public Law 93-647, North Carolina General Statutes 110-128-141., and Federal Regulations.
Key Duties Include:
- Respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests received through written correspondence, email, phone, and online submissions.
- Research case‑specific issues and program questions using established policy guidelines to prepare accurate and complete responses.
- Document and track all incoming and outgoing communications within the eCustomer Service Tracking System (eCSTS).
- Review and analyze inquiry details to determine appropriate follow‑up actions based on state and federal Child Support program requirements.
- Process requests for additions and updates to the Third Party Table in accordance with unit procedures.
- Coordinate information with internal program staff as needed to ensure consistency in statewide responses.
- Verify accuracy of case information by reviewing available records and system data before issuing responses.
- Prioritize and manage a high‑volume workflow to meet unit expectations for response timeliness and completeness.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with customers, partner agencies, attorneys, and legislative or congressional offices.
- Uphold confidentiality standards and program compliance throughout all research, documentation, and communication activities.
Requirements
~1 min readSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
High school of General Educational Development (GED) diploma and five years of related administrative experience
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $41,206–$72,113 a year
- 46% above the $38,870 median for Customer Service Representative jobs on Jobera (2,478 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 18 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 21, 2026
- First seen
- October 21, 2026
- Last seen
- October 28, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 17
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 31%
- Scored at
- November 8, 2026
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