Ascensus is hiring: Call Center Representative in Washington
Ascensus, Washington, DC, United States, 20022
Ascensus is the largest independent retirement and Government Savings services provider in the US, helping millions of Americans save for the future. We are looking for client-focused talent who have service as part of their DNA, rather than just part of a job.
We take serving our clients seriously and need individuals who want to learn our business, embrace our core values, and work within a team environment. If you can see every interaction as an opportunity to achieve client satisfaction, we want to talk with you!
The hourly rate is $19. Class start date is 11/5/25
- These positions are 100% fully remote
Video Interview Process: As part of our Call Center hiring efforts, we're using a video screening process.
The first 4-6 weeks consist of training from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm EST. After training is complete, the shifts offered will be: 9:00am to 5:30pm EST, 10:30 to 7:00pm EST, 11:00 to 7:30pm EST, 11:30am to 8:00pm EST
The Call Center Representative position is responsible for customer service and processing for account-based employee benefit plans within our service center teams. Service center teams are accountable for servicing Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 529 Educational Savings accounts, Qualified Plan Retirement accounts and State Sponsored Retirement Program accounts.
Associates will handle requests from participants, financial advisors, and plan administrators seeking information or executing requests on specific accounts, products or plans. They are responsible for providing high quality service to all callers using phone, email or chat.
Essential Functions
Call Center Representatives handle requests provide explanations regarding benefits and plan provisions, review claims information and update account owner contacts using provided processes. The associate provides excellent customer service through phone calls, emails and/or online chat and supports efficient administration of plans and department practices.
- Examine, review, process, calculate and pay claims based on information, plan design, insurance filings, documentation and reports; or administer payments based on plan information and documentation, in a timely manner.
- Respond to all account owners and participant phone inquiries and requests in a timely and accurate manner. Meet department and individual service levels and quality goals and support department business objectives.
- Process financial and non-financial transactions timely and accurate.
- Demonstrate flexibility and team-orientation.
- Comply with plan document provisions, regulations, guidelines and company procedures. Maintain confidentiality and keep department, client and participant HIPAA compliant.
Required Education And Experience
- High school diploma or GED, and further applicable education or equivalent experience.
- 1+ years of call center or customer service experience preferred
- Ability and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel applications, and claims processing or benefit card systems.
- Qualified candidates must complete a video interview assessment after applying as the next step, to be completed within 7 days of receiving the link.
- Ability to handle stressful situations regarding urgent customer needs. Advanced proficiency with Excel and database applications, including formatting and formulas.
- Computer proficiency is required
- Excellent listening, verbal and written skills
- Detail oriented, flexible, and self-motivated
Be aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses.