JEAN ANN BREWER *** Misty Ridge Lane, Suffolk, Va. 23434[pic]
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Receptionist
Summary
Customer service professional with twenty-five years experience interacting
with the public. Highly qualified in service-based, hospitality positions
requiring an emphasis on customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
Strong team player and leader. A proven and verifiable record for utilizing
strong technical and interpersonal skills to enhance organizational
efficiency and profitability. Committed to quality performance with an
ability to learn new procedures quickly.
Able to focus on projects, develop strategies and meet or exceed deadlines.
Strong rapport with personnel, customers, and associates based on
knowledge, professionalism, and integrity.
Professional manager with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Strong leadership, problem solving and communication skills.
Summary of Experience
City of Chesapeake, Va., Chesapeake, Va.
2001 to 2009
Customer Service Clerk II
Earned a reputation as a valuable and cooperative coworker by: being fair,
honest, and willing to help others when needed; effectively resolving
conflicts at appropriate times; and assisting new managers and other staff
to become familiar with policy and operations.
> Excel at organizing, coordinating, and managing projects
> Established goals and objectives, developed policies and procedures,
recruited and trained staff, and initiated and enhanced systems
> Outstanding ability to solve problems under high pressure conditions
in a professional and concerned manner
> Committed to the assistance and support of others while maintaining a
cheerful and helpful attitude
> Communicated information clearly and accurately
> Assisted customers with inquiries and provided all pertinent
information
> Developed credibility and confidence with customers
> Analyzed problems and anticipated customers' needs
> Provided superior customer service and work quality while
demonstrating attention to detail, flexibility and innovation in
resolving problems. Possess effective communications skills, and work
well with others at all levels
> Handled customer inquiries and complaints
> Demonstrated skill in providing excellent customer service
> Experienced in both customer service and supervisory positions
> Maintained positive customer relationships
> Proven excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational
skills
> Presented a cheerful and helpful manner with customers and colleagues
> Provided customers with payment information, cycle dates, and interest
rates
> Proven successful sales leader, trainer, and motivator
> Processed all general customer service requests
> Operated cash registers and computer input applications
> Solved customer problems and assured satisfaction
Dominion Virginia Power, Norfolk, Va.
2000 to 2000
Customer Service Representative
Committed to the assistance and support of customers while maintaining a
cheerful and helpful attitude.
> Assisted customers with inquiries and provided all pertinent
information.
> Researched accounts, answered questions, and worked with new
customers.
> Communicated with customers daily.
> Communicated information clearly and accurately.
> Analyzed problems and anticipated customers' needs.
> Directed inbound and outbound call activities.
> Handled customer inquiries and complaints.
Credit Service, Virginia Beach, Va.
1998 to 2000
Customer Service Rep. / Administrative Assistant
Office Manager/Administrator with five years experience planning and
directing executive-level administrative affairs and support. Combined
organizational and communication skills with the ability to independently
plan and manage diverse business relationships. Strong time management and
problem solving skills with ability to set priorities and manage multiple
tasks.
> Accustomed to fast-paced, high-pressured positions, demonstrated
ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and provide
quality service.
> Acquired excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the
public and coworkers
> Analyzed and organized office procedures, such as bookkeeping and
clerical services
> Answered inbound calls, assisted customers with account information,
placed orders.
> Answered calls, entered data, faxed, typed, and made outbound follow-
up calls
> Routed all incoming calls to proper staff members
Education
Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI.
1977
General course work.
MaComb Community Junior College, Mt. Clemens, MI.
1976
General course work.
Mt. Clemens High School, Mt. Clemens, MI.
1973
H.S.
General course work.
Skills
.Microsoft Office, i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. .Data Entry
.Dispatching .Appointment Scheduling
.Knowledge of Office Equipment (Copier/Fax) .10-Key Calculator
.Administrative Support .Basic Secretarial
.Bookkeeping .Typing / Data Entry
.Mail Handling .Multi-line Switchboard
Operations
.Reception Duties .Office Equipment
.Type - 50 wpm .Filing
.End-of-Day Reconciliations .Collections