Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Volunteering Work
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Daniel Taylor

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

Dynamic and customer-focused professional with extensive experience as a Customer Service Specialist, Front Desk Receptionist, Lead Trainer, Administrative Assistant, and Closing Manager. A high achiever with a passion for learning, volunteerism, and contributing to organizations that value diversity and corporate responsibility. Proven ability to elevate company performance through exceptional customer service, efficient operations, and strong leadership.
Skilled in managing high-volume customer interactions, coordinating administrative workflows, training and developing team members, and maintaining productive, well-organized environments. Known for reliability, problem-solving, and a positive attitude that strengthens team culture and enhances the customer experience. Ready to bring excellent communication skills, operational expertise, and a commitment to excellence to help your organization grow and succeed.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Specialist

Palm Beach County Tax Collector
11.2024 - Current

• Processes a variety of transactions for in-person clients seeking assistance with vehicle/vessel registration and titling, driver's licensing, hunting/fishing licensing, real estate tax payments, or business tax receipts/payments.
• Performs cashiering functions, ensures accurate posting of payments, and accurate balancing of the daily cash till.
• Performs clerical tasks, including data entry, photocopying, faxing, inventory of supplies, and preparation of correspondence and/or reports.
• Performs driving tests and VIN checks.
• Maintains current knowledge of TCO product lines, and applicable laws and procedures.
• Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.

Front Desk Receptionist

Ibero Property Management & Real Estate Services
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Arrange appointments by telephone for the licensees.
  • Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals
  • Follow up on loan commitments after a contract has been negotiated and generally secure status reports on the loan progress.
  • Assemble documents for closing.
  • Collect deposits from prospective tenants for leasing.
  • Order and track work orders for all properties manage by Broker.
  • Conduct credit, eviction and Criminal Back ground for the Agents.
  • Collect Application fee from every agent/ applicant Via Credit card, Cash or Money order.
  • Collect Monthly rent from tenants that come to the office.
  • Write ads for approval of broker and place approved classified advertising.
  • Type contract forms for approval of broker.
  • Submit approved listings and changes to Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
  • Order items of repair as directed by the broker/ Property Manager.
  • Secure public documents from county clerks, courts, water and/or sewer departments or any document from another public repository.
  • Prepare flyers and promotional information for approval by broker.
  • Schedule appointments for licensees to show listed property.
  • Gather information for a comparative market analysis.
  • Gather information for an appraisal.
  • Perform secretarial and clerical duties such as typing of letters and filing.
  • Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications.
  • Make copies of correspondence or other printed material.
  • Meet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
  • Learn to operate new office technologies as they are developed and implemented.
  • Set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material.
  • Compose, type, and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence, and reports.
  • Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
  • Schedule and confirm appointments for clients, customers, or supervisors.
  • Conduct searches to find needed information, using such sources as the Internet.
  • Order and dispense supplies.
  • Open, read, route, and distribute incoming mail or other materials and answer routine letters, locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies.
  • Maintain scheduling and event calendars.
  • Manage projects or contribute to committee or team work.
  • Mail newsletters, promotional material, or other information.
  • Review work done by others to check for correct spelling and grammar, ensure that company format policies are followed, and recommend revisions.
  • Operate electronic mail systems and coordinate the flow of information, internally or with other organizations.
  • Provide services to customers, such as order placement or account information.
  • Arrange conference, meeting, or travel reservations for office personnel.
  • Coordinate conferences and meetings.
  • Responsible for the collection and disbursement of funds from cash accounts, and keep records of collections and disbursements.
  • Must sometimes establish work procedures or schedules and keep track of the daily work of clerical staff.

Lead Trainer

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
03.2022 - 12.2023
  • Improved employee skill sets by developing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Enhanced overall team performance by conducting regular workshops and seminars on relevant industry topics.
  • Boosted trainee engagement with interactive training sessions that included role-plays, simulations, and group activities.
  • Positively increased employee retention by providing ongoing support and mentorship to new hires during their onboarding process.

Administrative Assistant

K And S General Cleaning LLC
06.2019 - 03.2022
  • Purchased cleaning supplies on a monthly basis and equipment (where necessary) to enable K and S to effectively service the company’s customers.
  • Assisted in subcontracting with third party companies to perform tasks that were outside of K and S’s core services.
  • Streamlined invoicing processes by implementing QuickBooks system so the invoices could be processed in a timely and organized manner.
  • Supported executive staff members by scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Boosted the team’s productivity by aligning team members with jobs based on their capabilities.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.

Assistant Closing Manager

Preferred Valet Parking
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Enhanced closing procedures by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Reduced errors in financial transactions by thoroughly reviewing and verifying paperwork before submission.
  • Ensured a smooth transition between shifts by effectively communicating with incoming managers and staff members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction at the end of the day by maintaining exceptional standards of service during closing hours.

Administrative Assistant

Al J. Taylor & Associates
01.2016 - 07.2018
  • Managed daily scheduling for each employee.
  • Upheld client relations, through daily phone calls, and emails.
  • Processed customer transactions.
  • Managed collections.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2023

Associate of Arts - Biology

Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
05.2021

No Degree - Biology

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
05.2019

High School Diploma -

Kingston College
Kingston, Jamaica
06.2018

Skills

  • Document Verification
  • Recordkeeping Skills
  • Proficient in Software Programming
  • Networking
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Marketing
  • Administration
  • Proficiency in Quickbooks
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer Service
  • Microsoft Office

Accomplishments

  • Honor roll throughout high school for outstanding academics performance.
  • Vice President of the Student Council Body.
  • Deans list in my first semester at Palm Beach State College for maintaining 4.0 GPA.
  • Deans list in my last semester at Polk State College for maintaining 4.0 GPA.
  • Associate's Degree in Biology.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology.

Affiliations

  • Played soccer for my high school team.
  • Participated in the Octagon Club in high school.
  • Played soccer for Palm Beach State College soccer team.
  • Participated in Brother 2 Brother Foundation at Palm Beach State College.
  • Participated in STEM Club at Polk State College.
  • Participated in Brother 2 Brother Foundation at University of Central Florida.

Certification

Notary Public Certification

FoodHandling Certification

Timeline

Customer Service Specialist

Palm Beach County Tax Collector
11.2024 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

Ibero Property Management & Real Estate Services
01.2024 - 11.2024

Lead Trainer

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
03.2022 - 12.2023

Administrative Assistant

K And S General Cleaning LLC
06.2019 - 03.2022

Assistant Closing Manager

Preferred Valet Parking
09.2018 - 05.2019

Administrative Assistant

Al J. Taylor & Associates
01.2016 - 07.2018

Associate of Arts - Biology

Polk State College

No Degree - Biology

Palm Beach State College

High School Diploma -

Kingston College

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Central Florida

Volunteering Work

  • Assisted troubled children with homework after classes.
  • Volunteered at Boys and Girls club.

Research Work

Performed research work with Duke Energy.