WIC Customer Service Specialist

Johnson County Government

Olathe, KSHybridFull time
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Pay
$21 to $28
an hour
Location
Olathe, KS
Work style
Hybrid
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 14
5 days ago
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About the company

Johnson County Government

Government administration · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization.

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What you'll do

  • Assist clients by making appointments, answering calls and emails, conducting outreach, and handling concerns.
  • Collect and update participant information, issue benefits, maintain WIC data, and stay current on policies.

What you need

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • One year of customer service and English-Spanish bilingual proficiency are preferred; a KS/MO driver’s license may be required depending on the department or agency.
  • Education: a high school diploma

Key skills

Customer Service skillsMicrosoft Officedatabase systemsKeyboarding AbilityAttention to detailcritical thinking skillsHuman Relations/Interpersonal SkillsWritten communication skillsOral communication skillsAbility to maintain confidentialityTime management skillsKS/MO driver’s license

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Perks

  • wonderful benefits
  • retirement plans
  • wellness incentives
  • great organizational culture

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WIC Customer Service Specialist Location US-KS-Olathe ID 2026-4007 Category Administration, Business, and Management Benefits Category Full Time - Regular (Full Benefits) Remote Hybrid Salary Min USD $21.01/Hr. Salary Max USD $28.43/Hr. Organizational Unit Department of Health and Environment Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 430pm with a 30 minute lunch Driving Status Occasional (less than 5%) Additional Locations US-KS-Mission Overview A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government! This posting will have it's first review of candidates on Tuesday, October 27th, 2026. Applications received after that date will be reviewed continuously until the position is filled. Job Description Join the WIC team to help serve women, infants, and children in Johnson County get the nutrition education and healthy foods needed for a great start in life. Demonstrates exemplary customer service skills by promoting safety and inclusivity in interactions with clients while making appointments, answering phone calls, responding to emails, conducting outreach activities, handling client concerns, as well as interactions with other county staff. Collect and update participant information to determine eligibility and issue benefits. Enhance knowledge, to compliment the position, by regularly attending trainings and sharing information learned; stay up to date on federal, state, and local agency WIC policies. Uses information technology for assessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information for short or long-term goals and strategies of the WIC Program. Travel occasionally to other WIC sites for coverage and complete other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Minimum Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent is required. May require KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency. Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency. Preferred Job Requirements: One year of customer service Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish Education/Experience Substitutions: Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Attention to detail and critical thinking skills Customer Service skills Microsoft Office, database systems Keyboarding Ability Human Relations/Interpersonal Skills Written communication skills, including business writing, report writing, summarizing, and editing skills. Oral communication skills, including presentations to: individuals, small groups, and large groups. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines. Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions: Within sixty (60) days of hire, employees (select DHE and EMS positions) must produce proof of immunization, proof of immunity, proof that immunization is medically contraindicated, submit a written objection to immunization based upon a sincerely held religious belief, or receive vaccination for the following: Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR); Tetanus Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis (TDAP); and Varicella (Chickenpox). All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation. Options Apply Apply Submit a Referral Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com

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