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
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®.






