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Job Type
Full Time
Location
Primarily Remote Overnight Shift with Flexibility for Hybrid-Naperville, IL
Department
Service Desk
Reports to
Contact Center Manager in Naperville, IL
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Junior Contact Center Team Lead to supervise daily operations and personnel to create maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate for the Junior Contact Center Team Lead is organized, dependable and is a purposeful professional with impeccable time management skills. They must be adept in assisting retail associates experiencing any procedural or operational difficulties using our proprietary IT applications. Furthermore, they must be familiar with a retailer’s standard operating procedure and assist in the training of store associates.
As our Junior Contact Center Team Lead, you must also have excellent customer service and communication skills. They must set the standard for customer service and ensure all analysts are striving toward improving service and customer support. They should achieve this by developing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal and external Quality Assurance (QA) programs which foster continuous improvement and exceed Service Level Agreement (SLA) performance. They will also work closely with internal IT to maximize all call center systems.
Job Requirements
Hours: primary shifts would be overnight but the flexibility to help cover a day time shift if ever needed would be a requirement with the proper amount of notice
· Create and implement call center strategies and operations; improve systems and processes as well as managing call center staff to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity to provide the best possible customer service.
· Addressing and resolving complex issues escalated by call center representatives.
· Determines call center operational strategies by conducting needs assessments, performance reviews, capacity planning, and cost/benefit analyses.
· Identifying and evaluating state-of-the-art technologies; contributing information and analysis to organizational strategic plans and reviews.
· Collaborate with IT support staff to minimize operational impact of technical issues.
· Maintain up-to-date listings of call center staffing rosters, and queue assignments, to meet all reporting requirements.
· Delegate tasks and set deadlines for analysts.
· Ensure analysts comply with company rules and procedures.
· Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve any issues or conflicts.
· Maintains and improves call center operations by monitoring system performance; identifying and resolving problems; preparing and completing action plans.
· Completing system audits and analyses; managing system and process improvement and quality assurance programs.
· Preparing and presenting call operation reports to upper management by collecting,
analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
· Responsible for training, assigning, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; administering scheduling systems; and communicating job expectations.
Skills
· Some call center experience required; we will provide training for the selected applicant.
· Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and to meet deadlines with diligence and quality collaborative, with strong focus on teamwork.
· Excellent organizational and leadership skills with a problem-solving ability
· Computer skills in Microsoft Office
· Excellent people skills
· Demonstrated maturity and judgment.
· Must be able to learn and support new and quickly changing technologies.
· Ability to research solutions or information regarding technical issues.
· This position requires handling confidential information in an appropriate manner.
Compensation
· $19-21 an hour based on experience and qualifications
· Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· 401(k) retirement plan
· Life Insurance
· 16 days of PTO and 10 Paid Holidays
· Lunch is provided every Friday.
Equal Opportunity
TOGA Technology is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Naperville, IL 60540
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- PwC12

- Humana11

- Northwest Bank8

- Penn Medicine7

- The Hartford5

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- Technology & Software14
- Banking & Financial Services7
- Insurance5
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contact center specialist jobs.
- One or more years of customer service or contact center experience in a high-volume environment
- Proficiency with CRM software and ticketing systems such as Salesforce or Zendesk
- Strong verbal and written communication skills across phone, chat, and email channels
- Ability to multitask across multiple screens and systems while actively managing a live interaction
- High school diploma or equivalent, with an associate or bachelor's degree preferred for specialized roles
- Familiarity with quality assurance processes, call monitoring standards, and compliance requirements
Tips for Your Contact Center Specialist Job Search
Quantify your handle time and resolution metrics
Recruiters for contact center roles scan resumes for measurable performance data. Pull your average handle time, first-call resolution rate, and customer satisfaction scores from past roles and put them directly in your bullet points, not just in a summary.
Match your resume to the channel mix
Contact center postings vary sharply by channel. If a listing emphasizes chat and email over phone, reorder your resume to lead with those skills. Mismatched channel experience is one of the fastest ways to get filtered out before a human reads your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists contact center specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your CRM platform
Many contact center teams filter candidates by familiarity with their specific CRM or ticketing system. Search for openings that name tools you already know, and call out your hands-on experience with those platforms explicitly in your resume and cover letter.
Prepare a structured conflict resolution story
Almost every contact center interview includes a behavioral question about handling an angry or escalating caller. Draft a tight, two-minute story using a real example before your first screening call. Vague or hypothetical answers are the most common reason candidates stall at this stage.
Negotiate schedule and shift before accepting
Contact center roles often come with rotating shifts, weekend requirements, or mandatory overtime windows. Clarify the exact schedule expectations during the offer stage, not after you start, so you can compare offers accurately and avoid a mismatch in the first month.
Contact Center Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most contact center specialists?
The companies hiring the most contact center specialists right now include PwC, Humana, and Northwest Bank, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Healthcare insurers, large banks, and telecommunications providers consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many contact center specialist jobs are remote?
About 60% of contact center specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it one of the more remote-accessible roles in customer operations. Chat-only and back-office support positions tend to be the most consistently remote, while technical support and inbound phone roles are more likely to require on-site or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a contact center specialist?
Start by building foundational customer service experience in any high-volume, customer-facing role, such as retail, hospitality, or helpdesk support. Familiarize yourself with at least one major CRM or ticketing platform, since most employers screen for this. Apply to entry-level contact center roles that offer structured onboarding and call coaching, and focus on improving your first-call resolution and handle time metrics once you are on the floor.
Can I get a contact center specialist job with little or no experience?
Yes, many contact center specialist roles are designed for candidates with no prior call center experience, provided you can demonstrate strong communication skills and comfort with technology. Highlight any customer-facing work, even informal or volunteer experience, and emphasize your ability to learn software quickly. Entry-level postings often list a high school diploma as the only hard requirement, with paid training provided on the tools and scripts used on the job.
What does the contact center specialist interview process look like?
Most contact center specialist interviews move through a phone or video screening with a recruiter, followed by a skills assessment that tests typing speed, reading comprehension, or basic system navigation. A second interview with a team lead or supervisor typically focuses on behavioral questions around handling difficult callers and managing competing tasks. Some employers also include a simulated call or chat exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to contact center specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to contact center specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your channel experience, preferred schedule, and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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