Role template · SOC 43-4051
Customer Service Representative: ADA-aware job description reference
Handles customer inquiries by phone, email, or chat in a contact-center or in-store setting. BLS SOC 43-4051 (Customer Service Representatives). Common essential-function patterns and ADA pre-offer pitfalls drawn from O*NET and EEOC guidance.
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Occupation reference
BLS SOC code: 43-4051 (Customer Service Representatives)
Industry context: Call centers, retail customer support, B2B service desks
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes434051.htm
O*NET occupation profile: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-4051.00
Common physical demands
Drawn from O*NET physical-demand profiles. Whether each item is an essential function under 29 C.F.R. § 1630.2(n) is an employer-specific determination.
- Extended sitting at a workstation
- Continuous use of headset and keyboard
Common cognitive and procedural demands
- Active listening and verbal communication
- Operating CRM and ticketing systems
- Following call scripts and escalation paths
Common ADA pre-offer pitfalls
Patterns reported in EEOC enforcement guidance and case law. Federal pre-offer rules are codified at 42 U.S.C. § 12112(d)(2) and 29 C.F.R. § 1630.13(a).
- Voice-quality or speech-clarity requirements that may screen out applicants with disabilities
- Pre-offer hearing or speech assessments
- Mandatory video-on requirements during interview without accommodation pathway
Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
JAN publishes accommodation patterns and offers free consultation for employers and applicants. JAN is a service of the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
Topic page: https://askjan.org/disabilities/Hearing-Loss.cfm
What this page is not
This page is a public-record reference summary. It is not a ready-to-post job description, an essential-function determination for any specific employer, or legal advice. The 29 C.F.R. § 1630.2(n) essential-function analysis is fact-specific to the employer's actual operations.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the BLS SOC code for Customer Service Representative?
43-4051 (Customer Service Representatives). Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES at https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes434051.htm.
What are common essential-function patterns for Customer Service Representative?
Per O*NET (https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-4051.00), common physical demands include: Extended sitting at a workstation; Continuous use of headset and keyboard. Common cognitive demands include: Active listening and verbal communication; Operating CRM and ticketing systems; Following call scripts and escalation paths. Each employer must determine which of these are essential functions for the specific role under 29 C.F.R. § 1630.2(n).
What ADA pre-offer pitfalls are documented for Customer Service Representative job descriptions?
Common pitfalls reported in EEOC enforcement attention: Voice-quality or speech-clarity requirements that may screen out applicants with disabilities; Pre-offer hearing or speech assessments; Mandatory video-on requirements during interview without accommodation pathway. Federal pre-offer rules are codified at 42 U.S.C. § 12112(d)(2) and 29 C.F.R. § 1630.13(a).
Where can I find Job Accommodation Network (JAN) resources for this role?
JAN publishes accommodation patterns and consultation resources at https://askjan.org/disabilities/Hearing-Loss.cfm. JAN is a free service of the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy.
Does this page provide a ready-to-post job description?
No. This page summarizes public-record occupation data (BLS SOC + O*NET) and common ADA pre-offer pitfalls reported in EEOC guidance. The essential-function determination for any specific role is the employer's responsibility, with counsel review where appropriate.
How does Hireposture help with Customer Service Representative job descriptions?
Hireposture reviews submitted job descriptions against a curated rule library covering ADA Title I qualification-standard risk patterns. The output is a timestamped audit trail of findings with citations. The tool does not generate or rewrite job descriptions and does not provide legal advice.
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