Dynamic and results-driven Customer Service Manager with over 20 years of experience in telecommunications and human services. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, driving operational efficiency, and spearheading strategic initiatives for Spectrum/Charter Communications. Expertise in talent development, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the customer experience and financial performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Manager
Charter Communications, Spectrum
Rochester, NY
08.2019 - Current
Organizational Oversight: Direct the daily operations and professional development of a 400-employee call center, managing 11 direct Supervisors and providing leadership to 200+ indirect reports.
Leadership Development: Direct and develop up to 10 Supervisors, implementing a "coach-the-coach" model to improve team-wide operational effectiveness.
Process Improvement: Partnered with Finance to research and optimize Mobile Credit Efficiency, leading to more accurate financial reporting and training adjustments.
Onboarding Enhancements: Led special projects to overhaul the New Hire Process, reducing ramp-up time for agents and supervisors.
Program Delivery: Oversee the Bridge Program, coordinating cross-departmental training to ensure consistent service delivery across Video and Mobile segments.
Strategic Alignment: Facilitate the UCM Process enhancements, aligning local training goals with corporate operational benchmarks.
Customer Service Supervisor
Charter Communications, Spectrum
Rochester, NY
08.2017 - 08.2019
Performance Coaching: Leveraged monthly call audits to identify individual learning gaps and delivered targeted coaching sessions to representatives.
Curriculum Application: Coached agents on positive behaviors and technical troubleshooting steps to drive achievement of monthly metrics.
Escalation Management: Facilitated high-level resolution training by handling customer escalations, using them as live-learning opportunities for the team.
Customer Service Representative
Charter Communications, Spectrum
Rochester, NY
11.2014 - 08.2017
Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
Managed high-volume call traffic while maintaining service quality standards.
Trained new team members on customer service protocols and company policies.
Implemented process improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Technical Expertise: Mastered complex troubleshooting for Cable, Internet, and Home Phone, eventually serving as a peer mentor for new hires.
Residence Manager
CDS Monarch
Rochester, NY
08.2010 - 06.2014
Oversaw daily operations of residential facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
Developed and implemented individualized support plans for residents, enhancing quality of life.
Trained and mentored staff in best practices for resident care and facility management.
Managed budgeting processes, optimizing resource allocation across multiple residences.
Certified Instructor: Served as a Train-the-Trainer for CPR/FA/AED, certifying staff in pediatric, infant, and adult emergency response.
Compliance Training: Supervised direct care staff to ensure 100% compliance with resident habilitation documentation and IPOP requirements.
Business Transformation: Change Management, Process Engineering, & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Operational & Financial Engineering: Specialized in budget oversight, mobile credit efficiency, and process engineering (UCM/New Hire) to optimize scale