Bachelor of Communications student. WestJet Sales and Service Agent in a full time, home-based office. Prior skilled property management professional experienced in overseeing operational aspects, tenant relations, and office management. A detailed and quality-focused individual with strong organization and customer service skills. The desire for the WestJet Vacations Representative position in a fast- paced, home-based environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Service Agent
WestJet
04.2022 - Current
Handle high call volumes through irregular operations such as November 2022 tech event, 2022/23 snowstorms, potential labour dispute flight cancellations and more
De-escalate upset or angry guests by listening, acknowledging, solving and thanking to suit each specific situation
Create new bookings, exchanged or cancelled current bookings to best suit guests needs
Answer in-depth questions about bookings, flight schedules, fare bundle policies and benefits of each bundle
Navigate Sabre, Siebel, Win, Genesys, Travel Bank Admin, WestJet Travel Privileges, Teams, westjet.com, and more to expertly to handle guests sales and service needs
Offer knowledgeable insight into flight schedules plus WestJet Rewards accounts and offerings to help guests make informed decisions
Create new rewards accounts for guests not signed up for rewards program and offer information on WestJet RBC Mastercard for guests not enrolled to credit card
Work on two Rewards Support flight status match special projects using Sprinkler, and one Swoop flight re-accommodation special project via westjet.com and flyswoop.com
Step into temporary RSD role to support SSA agents through international flight rebooking via RSD chat during potential labour dispute
Work creatively and patiently in high stress situations so that guest ends call feeling well looked after and cared for
Community
Administrator
One Properties, Versus Living
03.2020 - 08.2021
Receive rent monitor and reconcile all tenant accounts,
Contact past and present tenants in regards to rent, security deposits, cheque returns, account balances, requests, etc
Set up new tenant accounts in Yardi/CRM
Maintain electronic funds and post-dated cheque processes to receive rent payments
Record all payments in Yardi
Record tenant violations in Yardi
Manage return cheques
Perform daily deposits
Update aged receivables summaries
Maintain operating daily deposit binders
Create and send lease renewal offer letters to tenants
Meet with tenants to discuss lease negotiations, payment arrangements during COVID, how to make payments using RENTcafe portal, and any other concerns
Present renewal negotiations to Leasing Manager on behalf of tenants, provide tenants with Leasing Managers approval or counter offer
Manage lease renewals, ensuring correct rate is being charged
Monitor updating of Tenant Profiles
Update turnover in Yardi/CRM
Notify tenants of non-renewal
Record notices to vacate from tenants
Complete move-out and move-in packages
Follow up with new tenants
Maintain and monitor parking processes
Office administration/support services
Using professional telephone technique, calls are answered by third ring and callers are responded to or redirected appropriately
Greet clients at reception and direct them appropriately
Receives and distributes mail and courier packages, process outgoing mail
Distributes all incoming e-mail and website inquiries
Operates office equipment - personal computer (MS Office environment), fax/copier/scanner, Shaw SmartVoice business phone app, Interac, shredder
When working remotely - personal tablet (Microsoft Surface), Skype
Microsoft Teams to attend daily morning team huddle and any scheduled training sessions throughout the day
Accepts rent via debit
Maintains copies of tenant EFT records and enters into Yardi
Purchasing and inventory responsibilities (within authority)
Receives proper authorization/approval prior to purchasing
Creates purchase orders for vendors
Updates Yardi/CRM with tenant information as it is received
Enters maintenance requests as received by tenants
Issues 24 hour notices to enter for maintenance, contractors, utility company as required
Record sign out/in of keys as needed by contractors and cleaners
Perform other duties as assigned or required by Property Manager.
Concierge
WestCorp Property Management Inc, Versus Living
06.2019 - 03.2020
Greet and direct tenants and visitors to the building
Receive and arrange pick up of delivery parcels
Coordinate tenant bookings of moving elevators
Assist with community events as required
Monitor building security, ensure time zones are correct, and building access points are locked at all times
Setup, monitor, and maintain strict key controls at all times as well as an audit of building keys, access cards and occupant mail keys; issue and cancel cards as necessary - updating lists as required
Control building access to tradespeople and service contractors while ensuring contractors comply with building rules and regulations
Ensure after-hours’ security is aware of all scheduled after-hour activities
Monitor and maintain entry phone systems, emergency contact lists, after-hour access contact lists, building population counts and Fire Warden contact lists, updating entries and files as required
Monitor contractor key and card sign out sheets and interact with contractors as required
Accompany contractors to suites when security escort is required (ex
Annual fire inspections of each unit)
Respond to any emergencies in the building and assist the Fire Warden for the complex
Communicate precise updates to tenants as emergencies unfold
Take note and report any hazards or issues on site property to
Maintenance Team
Liaise with contract security company when applicable, and report any issues to Property Manager
Ensure consistent communication with Property Manager regarding operational or security updates
Distribute standard building memorandums and assist with delivery of suite notices when required
Monitor visitor parking, parkade, and loading dock areas and process patrols documentation
Take action on vehicles in violation of the parking agreement
Resolve any parking concerns in a professional manner and in accordance with management’s direction
Refer any actionable security issues to Property Manager or Police
Service (if emergency call 911)
Ensure compliance and comprehension to all policies and procedures with all Playbook policies
Execute work in a safe, professional manner in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Legislation
Perform other duties as assigned or required by Property Manager
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
11.2017 - 04.2019
Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as a resource for both coworkers and customers
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items
Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection
Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions
Offered product and service consultations and employed upselling techniques
Processed orders through system and coordinated product deliveries
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application
Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
Education
Bachelor of Communications - Journalism and Digital Media
MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY
Calgary, AB | September 2021 - Current
Diploma - Biological Sciences
NORTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Edmonton, AB
04.2002
Skills
Management interaction
Community relations
Hospitality
Accounting and bookkeeping
Reports and documentations
Inquiry response
Cash handling expertise
Teamwork
Superb interpersonal skills
Customer care and support
Administrative tasks
Written and oral communications
Establishing goals and setting priorities
Complex problem solving
Timeline
Sales and Service Agent
WestJet
04.2022 - Current
Community
Administrator
One Properties, Versus Living
03.2020 - 08.2021
Concierge
WestCorp Property Management Inc, Versus Living
06.2019 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
11.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Communications - Journalism and Digital Media