Customer Support Specialist

Description

Job Overview: The Resident Services Specialist will provide residents with information in response to inquiries, concerns and requests about products and services. In addition, the Resident Services Specialist will resolve complaints, errors, account questions, billing, and other queries. The Resident Services Specialist may occasionally log and document residents' calls If necessary or directed by management. Your Responsibilities: 

• Professionally handle incoming requests from residents and ensure that issues are resolved both promptly and thoroughly.
• Collaborate directly with Property Managers, Regional Directors, internal departments and National Customer Care Center to ensure timely resolution of all inquiries
• Document resolution of all interactions within the appropriate systems and applications
• Resolve all open inquiries within prescribed timelines
• Thoroughly and efficiently gather information from residents, board members, and vendors, access their account and evaluate their needs, educate them where applicable to prevent the need for future contacts and document interactions through contact tracking.
• Provide quality service and support in a variety of areas
• Review and close all homeowner service tickets and Open Calls in Connect that are not specifically awaiting an Association Manager response
• Maintain a balance between company policy and customer benefit in decision-making. Handles issues in best interest of both customer and company.
• Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the customer's experience
• Work cross functionally to effectively solve client facing problems
• Assessment and late fees -- waive late fees, if appropriate
• Move in/out scheduling, including making special arrangements
• Clubhouse and party room reservations
• Elevator reservations, including making special arrangements
• Assist realtors and sellers ordering resale documents
• Assist with homeowner document requests
• Additional assignments and duties may be assigned from time to time

Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in business or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3 years customer service experience in a service industry setting
• Must have strong proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to learn and navigate new technology platforms
• Property Management or Real Estate experience is a plus
• Interact effectively, communicate clearly, and understand meeting the needs of others.
• Excellent organization, planning, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking, complex problem solving, judgment, and decision-making ability.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be detail-oriented with excellent multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work with sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and be self-driven.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Able to squat, kneel, stoop to floor level, occasional climbing, and walking.
• Able to speak clearly and make self-understood.
• Able to see objects closely to print; read instructions and recognize numerals.
• Able to concentrate without interruptions.
• Able to follow instructions and handle occasional stress on the job.

What We Offer : As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, EAP services, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability coverage. In addition, you will be eligible for vacation and sick time off benefits, 10 paid holidays, and a 401k with company match. Compensation : $23 - $24 hourly Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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