MELISSA THOMPSON ***********@*******.***
**** ******* ******, ***** *** Atlanta, GA 404-***-****
GOAL
Incorporate strong customer relationship & problem resolution skills into a customer service career.
KEY STRENGTHS
Client Oriented Strong Communication Skills Team-Player
Attention to Detail Effective Problem – Solver Calm Demeanor
Upbeat & Positive Attitude Work well under pressure Exercises Good Judgment
Conscientious Quick Learner Professionalism
EDUCATION
University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC – Bachelor of Art in Art History (1998)
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
ENDEAVOR AIRLINES, Atlanta, GA Flight Attendant 2008 – 2014
Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration rules and regulations by clearly communicating and demonstrating
safety procedures to passengers.
Exercise diplomacy and professionalism to encourage difficult passengers to adhere to Corporate policies and when necessary
requesting removal from the aircraft to prevent escalation.
Trained to recognize and take action during emergency situations including aircraft evacuation, decompression, turbulence,
mechanical malfunction, & serious medical emergencies maximizing passenger safety during the flight.
Perform preflight, through-flight and post-flight inspections of aircraft emergency, cabin and galley equipment.
EARTHLINK, INC., Atlanta, GA Quality Specialist 2007
Evaluated and monitored the communications of off-shore call center representatives with customers, offering recommendations
to promote greater customer satisfaction.
Interviewed off-shore call center candidates paying special attention to verifying English language competency.
STARBUCKS, INC., Atlanta, GA Barrista 2007-2008
Served quality beverages, whole bean, and food products for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
Maintained a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating to standard.
Led quarterly training sessions which included assisting new partners in learning best practices, providing positive
reinforcement and giving respectful and encouraging coaching throughout the on-boarding process.
GEORGIA TELCO CREDIT UNION, Atlanta, GA ATM/Teledraft Representative 2002 –
2007
Analyzed and researched problems related to financial accounts identifying possible risks and made decisions based on findings
with minimal supervision.
Initiated investigative or corrective procedures including granting exceptions and waiving fees within authorized limits.
Interviewed and assisted members with ATM discrepancies and fraudulent account activity claims.
Obtained signed forgery affidavits and other supporting documents from fraud victims.
Contacted appropriate credit union personnel to initiate account adjustments and other corrective actions.
Remained alert to situations and patterns of activity which indicate possible account fraud or abuse by reviewing account
history and fraud information updates.
Answered multiple phone lines
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Outlook