Customer Service Call Center Supervisor – Office of Physical Plant

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The Office of Physical Plant (OPP) at Penn State seeks a Customer Service Call Center Supervisor with a strong background in analytics, customer service leadership, and business intelligence tools. This role supervises day-to-day operations of the OPP call center, manages a team of representatives, and uses data tools such as Maximo, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI to monitor KPIs, assess trends, and drive service excellence across campus operations. Penn States Office of Physical Plant is responsible for maintaining more than 22 million square feet of campus facilities. OPP plays a crucial role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and sustainable environment that supports the universitys mission in teaching, research, and service. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible staff position located at University Park. Standard work hours apply; however, some flexibility may be required, as the customer service center operates 365/24/7. Some off-shift work will be required, as well as shifts during emergencies or special events. Responsibilities: Supervise operations of the OPP Customer Call Service Center Coordinate day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with university policies Utilize Microsoft Excel, Maximo BIRT reporting, and Power BI to track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) Design and maintain dashboards to support real-time decision-making and performance transparency Analyze service request data to identify trends and areas for improvement Act as liaison between the call center and OPP operational departments Develop score cards to monitor and drive the improvement of customer service goals while aligning those goals with organizational objectives Schedule, train, and evaluate customer service staff Manage absence requests and approve timecards, as well as oversee direct reports' workloads and tasks Forecast staffing and resource needs based on historical and anticipated service demand Ensure accurate documentation and service intake processing in OPP systems Collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives and customer experience strategies Preferred Qualifications: A bachelor's degree is preferred in a related field Strong Leadership, communication, and customer service skills Ability to be detail-oriented and to manage and prioritize tasks Demonstrate commitment to creating a positive and efficient working environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, specifically a high-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data tools, etc) Proven ability to coach teams and lead through data-driven decisions Experience with Maximo, AiM (Asset Information Model), or other facilities management software Familiarity with higher education or unionized work environments Knowledge of Physical Plant operations or university facilities management Experience with SQL, Power BI, Maximo BIRT reporting or other advanced data analysis tools MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None Please include a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the position. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $67,300.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. 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