Job DescriptionThe Customer Care and Technical Support Representative, Level 1 will be responsible for resolving technical issues and providing excellent customer service presented to the company through our support channels - phone, web, chat and email. Resolves issues and problems that are reported directly by the customers (parents and students) and is also responsible for escalating issues that were not resolvable by workflows to the appropriate Tiered support team with urgency. Issues that will be resolved include, but may not be limited to: technical assistance with the use of K12-provided equipment (desktops/laptops/monitors/printers), such as troubleshooting start-up/log-in issues, hardware damage, and software viruses; general application support with the K12 suite of learning systems and business applications; ordering/replacing materials and computer equipment.Over 20 years ago, Stride was founded to provide personalized learning - powered by technology. We reached students where they were in their own journeys. We knocked down their barriers to great education. And we gave every learner equal opportunity to succeed - however they defined success. Stride innovated the learning experience with online and blended learning that prepared them for their lives ahead.Stride is a community of passionate leaders. Whether teachers, engineers, curriculum writers, or financial managers - whatever your expertise or role, we all work to empower futures through learning. And changing the trajectory of learning itself is one of our greatest missions. Join us in developing more effective ways to learn and helping learners build the skills and confidence they need to make their way forward in life.The Customer Care and Technical Support Representative, Level 1 will be responsible for resolving technical issues and providing excellent customer service presented to the company through our support channels - phone, web, chat and email. Resolves issues and problems that are reported directly by the customers (parents and students) and is also responsible for escalating issues that were not resolvable by workflows to the appropriate Tiered support team with urgency. Issues that will be resolved include, but may not be limited to: technical assistance with the use of K12-provided equipment (desktops/laptops/monitors/printers), such as troubleshooting start-up/log-in issues, hardware damage, and software viruses; general application support with the K12 suite of learning systems and business applications; ordering/replacing materials and computer equipment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.· Respond to technical issues related to K12 proprietary systems, hardware, and software and networking both in written word and orally via telephone.· Assist customers by diagnosing problems and providing resolutions for technical and service issues using troubleshooting techniques and tools to identify products/systems/hardware that are defective and follow guidelines in issuing service or replacements.· Advise / educate customers within procedural guidelines to ensure a complete solution to their technical or service questions.· Answer questions about installation, operation, configuration and usage of assigned equipment, documents and assigns customer problems for resolution using support ticketing and CRM software.· Remain knowledgeable of K12's proprietary systems, various hardware product lines, current industry products and technologies.· Escalate more complex issues with proprietary systems to next tiered support team with urgency and/or escalate more complex hardware equipment issues to manufacturer.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:· High School Diploma OR· Currently pursuing a BS/BA or MS/MA degree) OR· Equivalent combination of education and experienceDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:· Prior experience with K12/Stride· Previous customer service work· Previous experience in call-center environment· Physical requirements: sedentary work, fluent typing, listening, speaking, extensive reading, repetitive motions, and extended computer usage.· Thorough knowledge of home-based connectivity support· Ability to work in high call volume environment· Strong telephone and email etiquette· Strong verbal and written communication skills· Own or have daily access to a smart device where Apps can be downloaded/accessed (i.e., phone, tablet)· Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during our hours of operation· Attend virtual training via web cam· Expertise in PC and Internet applications and use· Ability to communicate with customers effectively through various communication channels, such as: phone, voicemail, email, chat, etc.· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)· Proficiency in web-based applications (Salesforce experience a plus)· Consultative approach to customer service· Strong problem solving and analytical skills with a solutions-oriented approach· Ability to work both independently and within a team-oriented environment· Resilient and contributes to fostering positive team morale· Ability to prioritize effectively and manage competing priorities to deliver and drive results· Ability to own and execute projects· Ability to respond appropriately to feedback and guidance· Detail-oriented· Expertise in Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 and XP Operating Systems· High level of quality and accountability for work product· Ability to travel 10% of the time (minimal if any e.g. team building activity)· Ability to clear required background checkWORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.· This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states and D.C.Compensation & Benefits:Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. We anticipate the salary range to be $13.49 - $21.58. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual's compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. Job TypeRegularThe above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Territory Manager, Healthcare IT

Baker Tilly, Lansing

OverviewBaker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) is a leading advisory CPA firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 145 territories, with 41,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $4.7 billion. Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring. Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. ResponsibilitiesThe Territory Manager at Baker Tilly performs essential functions that support the overall Sales and Account Management processes and functions for HC HIT. The Territory Manager collaborates closely with their assigned Area Director of Sales to identify and cultivate sales opportunities within their assigned regions, and to manage and grow existing client relationships and consulting projects. The Territory Manager will have the opportunity to: Manage, coordinate and organize day-to-day operations/support for the assigned sales territories, leveraging the support of the assigned Administrative Assistant for the Sales Team.Review resumes received from recruiting, submit candidates to clients/potential clients, and coordinate and moderate interviews.Maintain regular communication with clients to identify opportunities for new work as well as extensions of current assignments.Develop Statements of Work and Extensions to Statements of Work with assistance from the Administrative Assistant.Identify and fully understand the onboarding requirements, travel policies and status report requirements of clients. Oversee and collaborate with Administrative Assistant on client onboarding activities. Maintain regular communication with the clients and consultants throughout duration of consulting assignments to ensure client and consultant satisfaction. Communicate status updates and issues to ADs in timely manner. Resolve issues where appropriate, or escalate to ADs when necessary.Input and maintain accurate data in Safesforce for territory. Oversee and collaborate with Administrative Assistant on input, maintenance and accuracy of Salesforce data. Provide oversight, management, guidance and mentorship to the Administrative Assistant.Work closely with assigned ADs to prospect, position and close business based on territory needs. Includes cold-calling potential new clients, maintaining the validity of client contact information in Salesforce, performing email campaigns, support phone calls with clients, conduct research of prospective clients, and ensure all efforts are clearly stated and stored in Salesforce. Meet regularly with ADs to establish daily/weekly/monthly plans for prospecting activity. Assist ADs with the development of proposals for new work.Assisting with territory development and research including proposal development and client contracting support. Prioritize daily activities to best advance the most important sales and account maintenance activities.Support sales meetings/conferences/tradeshows in person when required.Accounts Receivable - Collaborate with AD and Administrative Assistant in development of implementation of action plan to track and monitor aging account receivables, and tracking/documenting all collection efforts.Accountabilities:Develop and maintain an understanding of healthcare IT with deep knowledge of the leading software vendors/applications including service lines/solutions. Develop and maintain knowledge of Baker Tilly's core competencies, consultants and project history so can appropriately represent Baker Tilly in communications with clients/prospective clients.Follow healthcare IT trends, key clients and prospective clients in the news and social media to identify opportunities and to develop overall acumen of healthcare IT.Overall business acumen and ability to prioritize daily activities for more than one AD.Maintain current and complete information regarding prospecting activities and opportunities in Salesforce, and maintain current and complete client contact information in Salesforce.QualificationsUndergraduate degree from an accredited college or university required; Graduate degree preferred5+ years of experience in professional services ((e.g. accounting, law, IT, engineering, management consulting, etc.)Ability to work under a defined and planned directive with minimal direct day to day supervision for implementationStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to travel 20-40% as neededAdditional InformationFor California, Colorado, New York and Washington: The compensation range for this role is $94,640 to $200,590. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.#LI-ER1