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Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
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Summary

Diplomatic Collections Agent versed in applying strong communication, problem-solving skills and polite, professional demeanor to resolve customer issues and maximize satisfaction. Experienced in exceeding performance goals in fast-paced call center environments. Trained in connecting with customers to build positive relationships and strengthen loyalty.

Skills
  • Collections regulatory guidelines
  • Call center operations
  • Skip tracing
  • Repayment negotiations
  • Collections process improvement
  • Aged account reporting
  • Billing and collections best practices
  • Payment processing
  • Billing procedures
  • Data entry
  • Customer support
  • Multitasking
Education and Training
Ware County Adult Education Waycross, Expected in 11/2016 ā€“ ā€“ GED : - GPA :
Experience
Enhanced Recovery Center - Collections Agent,Customer Center
City, STATE, 06/2018 - 09/2019
  • Documented conversations with customers to track requests, problems and solutions.
  • Improved existing collections processes by analyzing rejection patterns and denials.
  • Oversaw daily collections and accounts receivable activities, developing robust strategies to maximize collections and reduce aged accounts.
  • Created repayment plans based on account holders' financial status and repayment abilities.
  • Acquired credit reporting data for new and existing customers.
  • Followed fair debt practices and regulatory guidelines when managing collections process.
  • Identified past due accounts and contacted account holders to arrange payment.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
  • Contacted customers and explained debt management to encourage timely debt payments.
  • Evaluated customer account information to assess current issues and determine potential solutions.
  • Met or exceeded call speed, accuracy and volume benchmarks on consistent basis.
  • Boosted productivity by maintaining strong call control and quickly working through scripts to address diverse problems.
Edd's Package Store - Sales, Check Cashier, Customer Service
City, STATE, 11/2008 - 06/2018
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Scanned customer purchases, supporting transactions to streamline sales process.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
  • Consulted with customers to determine best methods to resolve service and billing issues.
  • Properly verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times.
The Peach Pit - Waitress, Cashier, Customer Service
City, STATE, 08/2004 - 11/2008
  • Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Assessed customer needs and upsold products and services to maximize [Type] sales.
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
  • Cultivated impactful relationships with customers and drove business development by delivering product knowledge.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
  • Inspected items for damage and obtained replacements for customers.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Fielded customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking them for problem resolution.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Documented conversations with customers to track requests, problems and solutions.
  • Monitored sales events, added new merchandise and rang up purchases.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
  • Evaluated customer account information to assess current issues and determine potential solutions.
  • Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
  • Increased sales of high margin menu items through effective upselling.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Consulted with customers to determine best methods to resolve service and billing issues.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Ware County Adult Education

Job Titles Held:

  • Collections Agent,Customer Center
  • Sales, Check Cashier, Customer Service
  • Waitress, Cashier, Customer Service

Degrees

  • GED

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