DSHS HCLA Customer Service Specialist 3

Customer Service Specialist 3 Are you someone who enjoys helping people? Are you calm, friendly, and skilled at solving problems? The Department of Social and Health Services is hiring a Customer Service Specialist 3 to support our Home and Community Services offices. The duty station for this position is in Renton, but the position may be required to float to another King County HCS office depending on coverage needs. As a Customer Service Specialist, you are often the first person people talk to when they need help. You'll talk to clients, families, and caregivers who are trying to access long-term care services for themselves or someone they care for. Some may be confused or overwhelmed. You'll be there to listen, answer questions, and make sure they get what they need to move forward. You'll be helping with in-person visits, phone calls, mail, email responses and paperwork. If you're organized, kind, and like working with a team, we would love to see your application. Some of what you'll be doing: Answer phones and in person inquiries with clients and their advocates to explain how our programs work. Help people fill out forms to start the intake and financial eligibility process. Identify issues, and determine procedural steps necessary to bring resolution. Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and other delivered items from vendors. Handle urgent and confidential documents. Operate multiple computer applications and software to document and enter data. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities we are looking for: Communication: Speaks and writes clearly, including when explaining difficult topics or engaging with someone who is upset. Problem-solving: Identifies what is happening and determines how to resolve the issue or who to involve for support. Organization: Keeps track of multiple details while meeting deadlines and completing work on time. Technology use: Uses computers, email, and programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook to complete daily work. Adaptability: Remains calm and adjusts effectively when workloads increase or plans change. Teamwork: Works well with coworkers and contributes to the overall success of the team. Who should apply? Professionals with either: Three years of experience providing assistance to clients/customers regarding inquiries, complaints or problems, AND a high school diploma or equivalent. One year of experience as a Customer Service Specialist 2. OR equivalent education/experience. Interested? Apply today! Along with your application, please include: a current chronological resume, a letter of interest/cover letter, and three professional references. The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Questions? Please contact DSHS Recruiter, Vincent Hamilton, at and reference job number 01877.

Created: 2026-03-06