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Position: Associate Customer Experience Specialist
Location:This role is fully onsite at our Atlanta, GA office (Sandy Springs). Individual must be authorized to work in the United States.
About First Advantage
At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage - our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.
Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.
As an onsite Associate Customer Experience Specialist, you will be in the front line of support, delivering high-quality service to our clients and their candidates across various communication channels including voice, chat, and email. You will manage multiple business applications, handle customer inquiries, and resolve issues efficiently and professionally. Providing timely solutions with an empathetic approach. This role requires effective multitasking, proficiency in business applications, and a customer-focused mindset to ensure seamless experience and satisfaction for all customers.
Schedule:

• Onsite training begins August 24, 2026.

• Training Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm ET.

• Post Training Schedule: Monday - Friday between 8:00am - 8:00pm ET (US Hours). Shift is 8.5 hours and must be flexible within time frame.

Responsibilities:

• Efficient Application Login & Availability- Log into multiple business applications promptly and remain available during scheduled work hours, except during scheduled breaks. This includes systems like CRM, background check databases, call center technology, and communication tools like Outlook/Teams. Adherence to a strict schedule is required to meet customer needs.

• Managing Customer Interactions Across Channels- Respond to incoming customer contacts via chat, voice, email, and new communication channels as they are introduced. Use available controls to manage availability status, ensuring you are ready to assist when required.

• Effective Inquiry Handling & Issue Resolution- Determine the purpose of each contact through targeted questions, as no scripts are used. Interactions vary from rescheduling appointments to troubleshooting login issues. Each situation requires a tailored response, and solutions are provided based on the customer's unique needs.

• Multi-tasking for Accurate Problem Resolution- Resolve customer issues quickly and accurately by utilizing information within various business applications, resources and FA-supported customer platforms. This involves navigating various systems, reviewing client-specific fact sheets for standard operating procedures, and account details, while efficiently navigating multiple screens and systems to retrieve relevant data, enter search queries, and manage tasks simultaneously, all in real-time, to resolve cases and document efficiently and accurately.

• Professional & Empathetic Communication- conduct all interactions with professionalism, maintaining a calm, polite, and empathetic tone. Explain the situation clearly and outline the steps you will take to address and help resolve the issue.

• De-escalation & Quality Control- Manage and de-escalate customer frustrations effectively. Calls are monitored for quality assurance and performance development, so agents must demonstrate professionalism under pressure and contribute to a positive customer experience.

• Accurate & Timely Documentation- Document all interactions in Company systems promptly and accurately. This includes capturing the reason for contact, details shared with clients or escalation teams, actions taken, resolutions, and necessary follow-ups. Tickets may need to be entered and assigned to other departments, who may also need to be contacted in real-time during the interaction. Additionally, screen captures may be required for case documentation. Ensure all documentation is completed during contact itself or within two minutes of contact closure to prepare and be ready for the next inquiry.

• Effective Internal Communication & Follow-up- Follow up with internal teams as needed by using email and case notes in the CRM. Ensure that all communications are clear, professional, and grammatically correct. Provide updates and resolutions based on customer interactions, including research or escalation details.

• Continuous Learning & Training- Participate in required training to enhance customer support and stay informed about system updates, product changes, and evolving customer needs and services. This may include online courses, live or virtual sessions, and review of reference materials sent by email to ensure compliance with FA's processes and service standards. Given the frequent product and process updates, staying informed and developing skills may also require consulting the help/resource center to access the latest information and guidelines.

• Contributing to Knowledge Base & Improvement- Contribute to the company's knowledge reference center by helping enhance resources for future cases. Share insights and promote content that aids customer service improvement across the organization.

• Work Pace and Performance Management- Manage your work pace and quality to meet performance goals, such as call volume, length of call, quality assurance scores, customer satisfaction, compliance with processes, confidentiality, and professionalism. Act on feedback from supervisors and performance metrics to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring adherence to company standards, regulatory requirements and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Handle a high volume of customer contacts across various channels (phone, chat, email, etc.).

• Use multiple software applications and systems simultaneously with ease.

• Quickly assess customer needs and resolve issues efficiently.

• Communicate professionally and empathetically, both verbally and in writing.

• Document all customer interactions accurately and follow procedures closely.

• Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and adapt to changing customer needs.

• Maintain a calm, empathetic, and solution-focused demeanor in all situations.

• Demonstrate strong time management by handling tasks and applications efficiently.

• Multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment while ensuring high-quality service.

• Ensure attention to detail in all documentation to maintain accuracy and customer satisfaction.

• Adapt quickly to new systems, product updates, and changes in customer requirements.

• Collaborate with internal teams to share information and ensure timely issue resolution.

• Knowledge of common computer configurations and strong computer navigation skills.

• Prior experience with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma/GED required. (US requirement only)

• Two years of experience in customer-facing or knowledge delivery role preferred.

Working Environment:

• This is an office-based position located in our Atlanta office. Company-issued equipment will be provided, along with a dedicated workspace.

• Employees are expected to be on camera during all training sessions, including new hire orientation, as well as during meetings with leaders and clients when using Microsoft Teams, Zoom or equivalent.

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, and phone.

Why Join Us at First Advantage?
At First Advantage, team members are united around a noble purpose: helping organizations to safeguard their workplaces and manage risk. The company's culture is shaped by its core values - Authenticity, Curiosity, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer-Inspired - empowering team members to bring their best ideas forward, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact.
First Advantage offers a variety of culture programs and benefits designed to enhance employee experience and development.

• Employee Impact Groups

• FA Cares volunteer opportunities

• Mentorship Advantage Program

• SOAR, award-winning manager development program

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and supplementary benefit plans

• 401k with an employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid company holidays

• Access to tech and growth opportunities, and leaders who want you to succeed!

What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today - we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!
The salary range for this position is $18.00/hour. This range reflects our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
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Equal Employment Opportunities at First Advantage
First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.