Customer Specialist Jobs in Tempe, AZ
Customer Specialist jobs in Tempe are concentrated in the Mill Avenue corridor, downtown Tempe near Arizona State University, and the Tempe Marketplace and McClintock business corridors, across retail, financial services, telecom, and tech support. Employers actively hiring include Circle K, Sherwin-Williams, and SRP. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Student Customer Service Specialist
The Student Customer Service Specialist serves an important role in the daily operations of ASU Enterprise Partners (ASUEP) and its affiliates. The Student Customer Service Specialist position works within the Building Operations department and is responsible for completing multiple daily and weekly office tasks in support of ASUEP. This position is year-round.
Hours available for this position are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (shared hours)
What you’ll do:
Student hours will be arranged according to their school schedule and shared work with other students
Assist with conference center desk, reception desk, and building operations
Display professional demeanor at all times
Greet and direct visitors and answer questions
Provide excellent customer service
Conduct daily deliveries
Oversee all aspects of company vehicles and golf carts
Oversee and conduct scheduled inventory/restock/ordering of all supplies
Organize supply rooms, mail room, storage rooms and galley areas
Responsible for all aspects of reserving conference rooms to ensure accuracy
Ensure conference rooms are set according to customer standards for meetings and events
Provide basic audio-visual support
Operate a multi-line phone system, receiving and screening calls, re-directing caller as appropriate
Provide parking validation for guests
Assist with special projects
Other tasks as requested or assigned
What you'll need:
Collaborative style, combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its affiliates and University business and confidential prospect information
Strong collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible
Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies
Ability to represent the institution well and possess an advocate’s belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University
Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties
Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects
Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word
Relevant qualifications:
A current student at Arizona State University pursuing a degree in a related field with a willingness to learn and ability to work well with others. Student must be willing to sign and abide by a confidentiality agreement. Student must possess a valid driver’s license and have a driving record in good standing, and be able and willing to safely drive company vehicles and golf carts as a requirement of the role.
Physical requirments:
This position requires the ability to frequently operate a computer, keyboard, and standard office equipment. Employees must be able to regularly stand, walk, sit, communicate effectively, and hear. The role also requires the ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds as needed to support facilities operations, including shipping and receiving, inventory management, workspace moves and reconfigurations, conference center setup, and other related activities. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. Employees must be able to safely operate company vehicles and golf carts in support of job duties. Occasional early morning, evening, or extended hours may be required to support meetings, events, and operational needs.
Benefits:
Hybrid work schedule. We work from home two days a week!
$30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement
Hands-on experience in a professional environment
Professional development plans
Opportunity to network with ASUEP leaders and other ASU students
Access to LinkedIn Learning and their 8,000+ courses
Professional skills workshops
About ASU Enterprise Partners
ASU Enterprise Partners is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide an ecosystem of services to create solutions and generate resources to extend Arizona State University’s reach and advance its charter. ASU Enterprise Partners supports ASU and several affiliates, including the ASU Foundation for a New American University, ASU Outreach Hub, ASURE, NEWSWELL, Skysong Innovations and University Realty.
ASU Enterprise Partners is home to several Centers of Excellence whose purpose is to provide professional services to its affiliates. The Centers of Excellence include Finance, General Counsel, Investments, Public Relations and Strategic Communications, Human Resources, Facilities and Operations, Data Analytics and Insights Planning, Budgeting and Strategy, and Technology and Solutions.
At ASU Enterprise Partners
We serve
ASU and one another with integrity, trust and compassion
We engage
step up, own it, collaborate
We innovate.
continuously, fearlessly, make decisions and take risks
We care
that everyone feels respected and valued for who they are
ASU Enterprise Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Customer Specialist Jobs in Tempe: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a customer specialist job in Tempe?
The strongest path into a customer specialist role in Tempe is targeting the financial services, tech support, and retail sectors that cluster around ASU, Mill Avenue, and the Tempe Marketplace corridor. Employers in those areas hire regularly and value candidates who have direct customer-facing experience, comfort with CRM tools, and the ability to handle high call or foot traffic. Bilingual skills are a consistent edge given Tempe's diverse customer base.
Which companies hire customer specialists in Tempe?
Tempe customer specialist roles are posted by Circle K, Sherwin-Williams, and SRP and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tempe's employer mix includes major financial services firms, national telecom and tech companies, and a strong retail and hospitality sector tied to the ASU campus and Tempe Town Lake entertainment district.
Are there remote customer specialist jobs in Tempe?
Yes, though availability depends on the role type. Desk-based and analytical customer specialist positions are more frequently remote or hybrid, while hands-on retail and in-branch roles are almost always on-site. About 80% of customer specialist openings tied to Tempe are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most common among account management and customer success roles at Tempe's technology and financial services employers.
How can I get a customer specialist job in Tempe with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Tempe is applying for customer service representative or client support associate roles at the large call center and financial services operations near the ASU Research Park and Rio Salado area, which hire entry-level candidates in volume and provide on-the-job training. Retail and hospitality experience from the Mill Avenue and Tempe Marketplace area also transfers directly, since local employers treat those backgrounds as legitimate customer specialist preparation.
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