Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Jessica Hernandez

Follett Higher Education Group
Cedar Hill,TX
14
years of professional experience

Customer Service Leader with extensive experience in driving team performance and enhancing customer satisfaction. Focused on fostering collaboration and adapting to changing needs while ensuring reliable service delivery. Expertise in conflict resolution, team training, and performance management positions teams for success.

Work History

Customer Service Team Lead

1 Year 3 Months
Follett Higher Education Group | 02.2025 - 05.2026
  • Led customer service team, enhancing communication strategies and improving issue resolution efficiency.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using POS systems.
  • Assisted in training new cashiers on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly, fostering positive shopping experiences.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours, improving overall service speed.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.

Receptionist

3 Years 3 Months
Cushman & Wakefield | 02.2021 - 05.2024
  • Streamlined front desk operations by managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients, leading to improved client flow.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information, resulting in positive feedback.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with clients through professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, fostering client loyalty.

Customer Service Specialist

4 Years 2 Months
Follett Higher Education Group | 08.2016 - 10.2020
  • Managed daily operations of the bookstore, emphasizing customer service and position rotation across campus stores. • Opened and closed all campus and offsite bookstores. • Ensured accurate cash handling while providing excellent service. • Course material distribution • Order fulfillment: Processed online orders, packed, and shipped merchandise • Project coordinator: Tailgate and pop-up stores for campus events.
  • Handled escalated calls calmly, finding resolutions that satisfied both the company and the customer''s needs.
  • Entered customer payment information securely for order fulfillment. and other pertinent information to place orders.
  • Built strong relationships with customers, faculty, and medical staff to encourage repeat business.

After-School Tutor

10 Months
Wing Education Center | 08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Enhanced student academic performance through tailored one-on-one tutoring in core subjects.

Education

No Degree - Family Studies

Shasta College | Redding, CA

High School Diploma

Piedmont Hills High School | San Jose, CA | 06-1991

Skills

Client relations
Verbal communication
Communication skills
Issue resolution
Team Collaboration
Client relationship management
Time Management
Punctual and Reliable
Professional demeanor

Timeline

Customer Service Team Lead

Follett Higher Education Group
02.2025 - 05.2026Read More

Receptionist

Cushman & Wakefield
02.2021 - 05.2024Read More

Customer Service Specialist

Follett Higher Education Group
08.2016 - 10.2020Read More

After-School Tutor

Wing Education Center
08.2012 - 06.2013Read More

Shasta College

No Degree from Family Studies
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Piedmont Hills High School

High School Diploma
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Jessica Hernandez