Customer Service Agent

Customer Service Agent

The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) is the City agency responsible for regulating for-hire transportation in New York City, including taxis, street hail liveries, high-volume for-hire services such as Uber and Lyft, black cars, luxury limousines, livery vehicles, commuter vans, and paratransit vehicles. TLC's Licensing and Standards Division is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to help the Agency continue its work to develop a modern, innovative approach to the licensing processes with the key goals of (1) providing excellent customer service to our clients, and (2) improving the efficiency of our internal operations. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Customer Service Agent to join our team. This role combines front-line customer service with administrative and communication expertise to deliver efficient, responsive, and high-quality support across multiple channels. The TLC oversees a transportation ecosystem that moves nearly 1 million riders every single day the equivalent of the entire Boston transit system. TLC is the agency responsible for regulating New York City's taxicab and for-hire vehicle industry. With approximately 180,000 licensed drivers, 1,000 businesses, 115,000 vehicles including and the iconic yellow taxi at the heart of our city's identity, TLC is entering a new era of dignity, accountability, and collaboration across the for hire vehicle sector. TLC continues to be on the front lines of a rapidly changing mobility landscape and our innovative efforts--whether requiring minimum pay for app drivers, ensuring wheelchair accessible service, making our licensed fleet more environmentally sustainable, working to eliminate traffic fatalities, or preventing discriminatory service--often serve as a model for other cities. In this New Era for TLC, the agency is guided by three core priorities: - Driver and Passenger Dignity ensuring every interaction reflects respect and fairness - Corporate Accountability holding regulated entities to consistent, transparent standards - A Transportation System that Works Together equitable, modern, and accessible

Job Description - Assist customers at TLC's public facing customer service counters by answering questions, resolving issues, and handling related TLC licensing matters in person, via email and on the phone. - Review applicant and licensee information at TLC's public facing customer service counters and process transactions accordingly. - Review applicant/licensee information and submissions for accuracy and compliance using various systems and databases. - Process applications in line with TLC guidelines, rules, and regulations. - Perform work assignments to meet unit/agency needs day-to-day, deadlines, and service delivery levels. - Provide customer service to current and prospective licensees, on the phone, in person at the customer service counter or via email utilizing various systems, databases, rules, and information. - Research internal and external inquiries and determine proper action or response, while maintaining meticulous notes and documentation of service. - Assists in the general operation of the unit when needed by compiling information, updating records, mailing correspondence, filing, reviewing and or updating documents complying with TLC rules and regulations. - Conduct data entry in various systems and databases and file documents when needed. - Assist with various special projects and collaborate with other units on a regular cadence. - Serve as a point of contact for procedural questions and situational guidance. - Assist in developing training materials and maintaining knowledge base documentation. - Help draft communication materials, FAQs, or process guides for internal and public use. - Contribute to project planning through administrative support, data collection, or stakeholder communication. - Identify recurring issues or trends and compile monthly summary reports. - Collaborate with team leaders or supervisors to review findings and recommend actionable service improvements. - Participate in process reviews to propose changes that reduce repeat inquiries and improve customer satisfaction. - Liaise with other departments to ensure accurate and coordinated information is shared with customers. - Escalate complex issues appropriately while maintaining visibility on resolution progress. - Ensure consistent messaging and tone across all communication platforms.

Note: New Hire Rate: $59,661 After two (2) years of city employment: $64,338 *Candidates must currently be serving in a permanent Customer Information Representative civil service title to apply.* *Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements may submit a resume for consideration.*