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Joerene C. Lewis

Cincinnati

Summary

Customer service professional with over 15 years of call center experience and property management skills. Communicative customer service professional motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. History managing large amounts of inbound calls and sustaining satisfactory relationships with customers. Offers skill with Microsoft Word, ACE systems paired with outstanding active listening and multitasking abilities. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Professional property management expert ready to deliver outstanding results. Strong background in overseeing properties, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and managing budgets. Knowledgeable in federal government programs and regulations. Experience working with Yardi. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, adapt to changing needs, and maintain high standards. Skilled in lease negotiations, maintenance supervision, and tenant relations. Known for reliability, problem-solving, and achieving goals. Focused on achieving occupancy goals and working closely with property owners and decision-makers for various needs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Property Manager

Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cincinnati, OH
06.2023 - 03.2026
  • Supervised property staff, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing team performance.
  • Implemented budgeting processes, tracking expenses to maintain financial stability of properties.
  • Enhanced tenant communication strategies, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Analyzed market trends, adjusting rental rates and policies to remain competitive in the market.
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
  • Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
  • Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
  • Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.
  • Streamlined rent collection processes, reducing late payments and improving overall revenue generation.
  • Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
  • Monitored market trends closely, adjusting rental rates accordingly to remain competitive within the regional market landscape.
  • Managed budgetary constraints to maximize profitability while maintaining high-quality living environments for residents.
  • Developed comprehensive preventative maintenance programs to prolong the lifespan of building systems and reduce costly emergency repairs.
  • Fostered a sense of community among residents through well-planned social events and activities that encouraged interaction amongst neighbors.
  • Reduced vacancy periods by implementing strategic marketing initiatives targeting specific demographics within the community.
  • Established strong relationships with local authorities, ensuring prompt attention to code violations or other regulatory matters affecting the property''s operations.
  • Implemented comprehensive safety protocols to minimize potential risks and ensure the well-being of all residents within the property.
  • Improved community engagement by organizing tenant appreciation events and feedback sessions.
  • Coordinated with legal counsel to handle eviction processes smoothly and professionally.
  • Streamlined rent collection processes, significantly reducing late payments.
  • Enhanced tenant satisfaction by addressing and resolving maintenance issues promptly.
  • Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
  • Managed multiple properties simultaneously, coordinating efficient allocation of resources and streamlining communication channels to maintain high levels of operational excellence.
  • Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
  • Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
  • Conducted regular inspections, identifying areas for improvement in property conditions and services.
  • Managed property maintenance operations, ensuring timely repairs and tenant satisfaction.
  • Generated professional networks by engaging in professional, industry and government organizations.

Key Accomplishments:

  • Promoted to Property Manager within 6 months of starting at CMHA
  • Received a proclamation in Nov 2023 for receiving a 100 on my audit conducted by HUD

Property Manager Trainee

TrakGroup Temp Agency
Cincinnati, OH
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Managed property maintenance schedules, ensuring timely repairs and tenant satisfaction.
  • Oversaw lease agreements, coordinating with tenants and property owners for compliance.
  • Implemented efficient budgeting processes, optimizing operational costs across multiple properties.
  • Developed strategic marketing plans to enhance property visibility and attract new tenants.
  • Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
  • Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Assisted in daily operational tasks to ensure smooth workflow and productivity.
  • Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
  • Managed multiple properties simultaneously, coordinating efficient allocation of resources and streamlining communication channels to maintain high levels of operational excellence.
  • Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
  • Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.

Relationship Manager

Barclays US
Hamilton, OH
02.2018 - 04.2022
  • Data Entry
  • Provided excellent customer service
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, while maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
  • Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
  • Escalated customer concerns, issues and requirements to supervisors for immediate rectification.
  • Set up and activated customer accounts.
  • Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.

Key Accomplishments

  • Top 11% in my skill
  • Highest Quality Score for the month

Property Manager

4Pack Holdings,LTD
Cincinnati, OH
01.2018 - 12.2024
  • Handle resident complaints and expedite maintenance requests.
  • Inspect properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
  • Collect monthly assessments, rental fees, deposits and payments.
  • Update tenants and units information to keep current in housing database.
  • Oversee and monitor preventative maintenance and energy management inspections and programs.
  • Coordinate with maintenance and contractors to promote timely turnovers after move-outs.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with owners and tenants to minimize hassle for both parties.
  • Negotiated lease agreements, optimizing terms for both tenants and property owners.
  • Managed property maintenance operations, ensuring timely repairs and tenant satisfaction.
  • Developed strategic marketing initiatives to attract new tenants and reduce vacancy rates.
  • Conducted regular inspections, identifying areas for improvement in property conditions and services.
  • Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
  • Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
  • Managed multiple properties simultaneously, coordinating efficient allocation of resources and streamlining communication channels to maintain high levels of operational excellence.
  • Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.

Customer Service Professional

Fifth Third Bank
Cincinnati, OH
10.2014 - 01.2018
  • Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
  • Met and exceeded productivity targets by handling every interaction with top-notch customer service.
  • Reviewed account and service histories to identify trends and resolve issues.
  • Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current.
  • Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Helped customers open accounts, make deposits, update information and carry out range of routine actions.
  • Relayed customer feedback to cross-functional teams to improve products and services.
  • Trained new hires on products and services, best practices and protocols to reduce process gaps.

Key Accomplishments

  • Top 10% in my skill
  • Top OSAT
  • Customer Service Certificate
  • Customer Service Award
  • Selected a SME (subject matter expert)
  • Chosen to assist the new hire classes

Cash Office Manager

Kmart
Cincinnati, OH
08.2013 - 04.2014
  • Followed detailed end-of-month accounting procedures to verify proper balancing of accounts and readiness for new month.
  • Reconciled daily cash variance reports, tracking overages and shortages through compilation of summary reports and comparing against past variances to isolate and address possible causes.
  • Prepared and checked cashier register tills.
  • Organized cash movements between offices and to or from banks.
  • Balanced overall budget, measuring daily cash access needs against money safe contents and communicating with managers to replenish supply of cash on hand when necessary.

Certified Customer Service Representative

Kmart, Sears Holding
Cincinnati, OH
05.2012 - 07.2013
  • Packed and bagged products according to customer preferences.
  • Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
  • Processed sales, returns and exchanges using POS register system.
  • Performed cash count-out at end of each shift and addressed all queries from customers.
  • Prompted customers to buy loyalty and protection plans, driving company revenue and meeting performance targets.

Inbound Customer Service

LaRosa's Pizzeria Call Center
Cincinnati, OH
04.2010 - 02.2014
  • Received and processed food orders
  • Resolved issues between store and client
  • Data Entry
  • Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
  • Maintained strong call control and quickly worked through scripts to address problems.
  • Key Accomplishment:
  • Selected as managerial training candidate
  • Acknowledged by the Director of Larosa's for outstanding customer service

Manager

White Castle Incorporated
Cincinnati, OH
02.2007 - 09.2009
  • Managed all store operations during shift
  • Ensured proper safekeeping of cash
  • Mediated conflicts between staff members and/or staff and customers
  • Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
  • Trained and mentored up to 3 new employees each quarter.
  • Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings in the safe
  • Prepared and led food service training programs to teach staff various tasks.
  • Key Accomplishments:
  • Letter of Recognition for outstanding customer service
  • Certificate of Leadership
  • Certified Trainer

Education

High School Diploma -

Life Skills Ctr
Cincinnati, OH
06-2006

Skills

  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Yardi
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Payment Processing
  • Training and Development
  • Inbound Calling
  • Microsoft Office
  • Computer Skills
  • Policies and Procedures Adherence
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Rent collection
  • Lease renewals
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Tenant relations
  • Eviction procedures
  • Occupancy management
  • Property tours and inspections
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Property management

Certification

April 2008- Managerial Certificate White Castle

June 2011- Certified Customer Representative Larosa's Pizzeria

February 2017- Top Service Agent Fifth Third Bank

May 2024- Diversity from Cincinnati MHA (OHAPCI)

May 2025- Homeless Training Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority

Timeline

Property Manager

Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
06.2023 - 03.2026

Property Manager Trainee

TrakGroup Temp Agency
10.2022 - 06.2023

Relationship Manager

Barclays US
02.2018 - 04.2022

Property Manager

4Pack Holdings,LTD
01.2018 - 12.2024

Customer Service Professional

Fifth Third Bank
10.2014 - 01.2018

Cash Office Manager

Kmart
08.2013 - 04.2014

Certified Customer Service Representative

Kmart, Sears Holding
05.2012 - 07.2013

Inbound Customer Service

LaRosa's Pizzeria Call Center
04.2010 - 02.2014

Manager

White Castle Incorporated
02.2007 - 09.2009

High School Diploma -

Life Skills Ctr

References

References available upon Request