*Only permanent employees in the civil service title, comparable title (under 6.1.9), eligible for the 55a program, and those that are reachable in the civil service list are eligible to apply. **This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program. ** The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is the nation’s leading municipal enforcement agency charged with delivering economic justice. DCWP leverages its authority to bring New Yorkers real economic relief and protect them from predatory, deceptive, and unfair practices that violate their rights as consumers and workers. This includes pioneering cutting-edge protections, such as the City’s Consumer Protection Law, Protected Time Off Law, Fair Workweek Law, and Delivery Worker Laws, including the Minimum Pay Rate for delivery workers. Through licensing more than 45,000 businesses in over 45 industries, DCWP ensures fair competition and a level playing field for responsible small businesses that are integral to New York City’s vibrant communities. DCWP also provides essential services such as free tax preparation and financial counseling to ensure New Yorkers keep more of what they earn and can plan for their futures. DCWP is committed to making sure New York City is a fairer, more affordable place to live. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at nyc.gov/dcwp, sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
The Licensing Division's General Vending Unit is seeking a knowledgeable and customer-focused Customer Service Representative to support applicants through the licensing process by phone and email. The Customer Service Representative is often the first point of contact for prospective and current licensees and plays a key role in reducing unnecessary Licensing Center visits by guiding Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide accurate, up-to-date general vending licensing information to applicants by phone and email, addressing questions about requirements, fees, application status, and next steps.
- Schedule appointments in a timely manner, ensuring slots align with Licensing Center capacity and applicant needs.
- Return appointment request calls and emails promptly, minimizing delays that could stall the licensing process.
- Guide applicants step-by-step through the online licensing portal, helping them complete applications and submit payments without requiring an in-person visit.
- Identify opportunities to resolve applicant needs remotely, reducing unnecessary foot traffic to the Licensing Center and increasing the volume of fully completed online submissions.
- Escalate complex or unresolved inquiries to the Call Center and Appointment Supervisor for further handling.
- Document call interactions accurately in DCWP's systems and follow up as needed to ensure applicant issues are fully resolved.
- Backup others as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience.
Skills Requirement Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in a call center, customer service, or telephone-based public service role
- Clear, professional verbal communication skills with the ability to explain multi-step processes accurately and accessibly to callers with varying levels of familiarity with licensing requirements
- Comfort navigating online portals and digital tools, with the ability to guide applicants through web-based processes in real time over the phone
- Strong listening skills and the ability to quickly assess caller needs, triage inquiries, and determine the appropriate course of action
- Demonstrated ability to manage high call volumes while maintaining accuracy, patience, and professionalism throughout each interaction
- Fluency in a language in addition to English a plus.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
In addition, the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers competitive salaries and the following benefits: Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Paid time off for vacation and personal leave
- Paid time off for sick leave
- A generous holiday package of up to 13 days Health Benefits
- Medical insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Financial and Savings Benefits
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Spending Account Programs
- New York City Municipal Credit Union Savings Program
- Transit Benefit Programs Retirement and Pension Plans
- New York City Employee Retirement System (NYCERS) pension plan
- New York City Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 401(k) and 457 plan Additional Benefits for Union Members
- Disability Insurance
- Health Club Reimbursements
- Life Insurance
- Supplemental Hospital Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement *Please note only employees represented by a labor union may qualify for additional benefits provided by the union welfare fund. Student Loan Forgiveness
- DCWP qualifies as a public service employer, which means our employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. If you have federal student loans, you may be able to have your loans forgiven by working full-time in public service. To learn more about PSLF and its eligibility requirements, visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program website. Employee Discounts
- Apple and Dell products
- Cell phones and plans
- Gym memberships
- Special pricing on event tickets through Barclay Center, Plum Benefits and Working Advantage
- And more!