FEMA 2026 July

Posted 15 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Puerto Rico
Remote
Entry level
Sales • Consulting
The Role
Handle inbound/outbound calls from disaster-affected individuals, provide accurate information on relief programs and application status, verify and update sensitive personal data, document interactions, guide applicants through registration, and manage emotionally distressed callers with empathy while following confidentiality and compliance standards.
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Position Overview 

We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and highly professional call center agents to support FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) operations. 

In this role, you will handle inbound calls from individuals affected by disasters, providing critical support, guidance, and information about assistance programs. 

This is a high-impact role requiring empathy, emotional intelligence, and accuracy, as you will be assisting customers during stressful and life-changing situations. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Handle incoming and outgoing calls related to disaster assistance cases 

  • Provide accurate information regarding:  

  • Relief programs 

  • Application status 

  • Documentation requirements 

  • Guide applicants through registration and process steps 

  • Verify and update sensitive personal information 

  • Document all interactions accurately in systems 

  • Handle emotionally distressed callers with empathy and professionalism 

  • Follow strict compliance and confidentiality guidelines 

  • Maintain productivity and quality standards 

Basic Qualifications 

  • Bilingual: English/Spanish (B2+ / C1 preferred) 

  • Previous customer service or call center experience preferred 

  • Strong communication and listening skills 

  • High attention to detail and accuracy 

  • Ability to handle sensitive and emotional situations 

  • Basic computer skills 

  • Flexibility with schedule 

Core Behavioral Traits 

High empathy (NON-negotiable) 

  • Can connect emotionally with people in distress 

  • Shows genuine care and patience 

Emotional stability 

  • Can handle:  

  • Crying customers 

  • Frustration 

  • Trauma-related conversations 

High sense of responsibility 

  • Understands the importance of accurate information 

  • Knows mistakes can affect real lives 

Skills Required

  • Bilingual English/Spanish (B2+ / C1 preferred)
  • Previous customer service or call center experience
  • Strong communication and listening skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to handle sensitive and emotional situations
  • Basic computer skills
  • Flexibility with schedule
  • High empathy and emotional stability
  • High sense of responsibility and adherence to confidentiality/compliance
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The Company
HQ: MIramar, Florida
93,795 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Atento is the largest provider of customer relationship management and business process outsourcing (CRM BPO) services in Latin America, and among the top five providers globally, based on revenues. Atento is also a leading provider of nearshoring CRM/BPO services to companies that carry out their activities in the United States. Since 1999, the company has developed its business model in 17 countries where it employs 135,000 people. Atento has over 400 clients to whom it offers a wide range of CRM/BPO services through multiple channels. Atento's clients are mostly leading multinational corporations in sectors such as telecommunications, banking and financial services, health, retail and public administrations, among others. In 2019, Atento has been named one of the World's 25 Best Multinational Workplaces and one of the Best Multinationals to Work for in Latin America by Great Place to Work®.

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