Supervisor - Call Center

Description & Requirements MAXIMUS is a leading operator of government health and human services programs and has partnered with state, federal and local governments to provide critical, high quality health and human service programs to a diverse array of communities. Operating under MAXIMUS's founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People® since 1975, MAXIMUS Federal Services is entirely focused on helping government agencies run programs cost-effectively and serve program constituents with improved outcomes. By being a responsible steward for government programs, we help the federal government deliver on its promises through our people, process and technology. Our focus is always on outcomes and results that connect citizens more effectively with government services. Maximus is seeking a Supervisor to join our team. This is a remote position that will support the Department of Education portfolio. As a Supervisor, you will oversee the daily operations of a call center team to ensure performance metrics are met. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Supervise the work of call center staff to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems as needed - Interview and recommend hiring and promotion of contact center staff, through partnering with Talent Acquisition and Human Resources - Develop work schedules and assign duties to direct report personnel to ensure efficiency - Evaluate employees' job performance and recommend appropriate personnel action, including disciplinary action, performance improvement plans, and termination through partnering with Human Resources - Discuss job performance concerns with employees to identify causes and issues and work closely with Human Resources on resolving problems - Ensure compliance with company Wage & Hour policy, including ensuring non-exempt employees get their rest & meal breaks - Provide support and identify training needs and development opportunities, through weekly coaching sessions with direct reports - Perform operational tasks to assure project and program service level requirements and goals are met, including analyzing direct reports' quality performance and trending call types, and providing coaching on a regular basis - Participate in meetings and recommend changes to policies and procedures - Assume leadership responsibility for departmental tasks and call center activities as required - Support and enforce call center expectations - Oversee the work of subordinates to facilitate productivity or to overcome difficult aspects of work. - Assist direct reports with escalated issues or cases as needed- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership - Maintain a high level of confidentiality while performing all work tasks
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership. Additional Requirements as per contract/client:

• FSA, Department of Education experience preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must reside in the U.S.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must not be delinquent or in default on any federal student loans.
• Employment and continued employment are contingent upon obtaining and maintaining a favorable clearance. Final suitability determination is the sole discretion of the Department of Education.
• Obtaining and Maintaining a PIV-I card is a requirement of this position. PIV-I cards must be picked up in person. New and existing employees may need to travel via car, train, or plane to a designated location to pick up their new or replacement PIV-I card. Any travel expenses will be paid for by Maximus.

Home Office Requirements:

• Hardwired internet (ethernet) connection
• Internet download speed of 25mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to )
• Private work area and adequate power source

Minimum Requirements - Bachelor's degree in related field. - 3-5 years of relevant professional experience required. - Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree, or demonstrated ability to perform the role successfully. EEO Statement Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.