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Steven P. Nikosey

Steven P. Nikosey

Customer Success Specialist
Surprise,AZ

Summary

Professional with a strong background in customer interactions and service solutions. Highly skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and a proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

City Carrier Assistant

USPS
10.2024 - Current
  • Efficiently managed time and resources to ensure timely completion of route assignments while meeting delivery standards.
  • Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or heavy packages in accordance with USPS guidelines.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by assisting customers with questions about postage rates, mailing regulations, and package guidelines.
  • Handled sensitive materials such as registered or certified mail with care, ensuring proper documentation and prompt delivery.

Verification Advocate

Carvana
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
  • Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
  • Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.

Client Services Specialist

MassMutual
07.2016 - 03.2018
  • Delivered hypothetical policy forecasts to assist insurance agents analyze the impact of potential changes, i.e., loans or stopping premiums.
  • Boosted customers’ loyalty by resolving escalated customer issues..
  • Optimized customer support by establishing collaborative service environments through targeted operational initiatives.
  • Developed focus group initiative, resulted in promoting team spirit and departmental and interdepartmental collaboration.
  • Maintained accurate records of all client interactions, ensuring timely follow-ups and consistent communication.
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty while promoting company brand.

Sr. Academic Counselor

University of Phoenix
04.2010 - 04.2016


  • Collaborated with faculty to identify at-risk students and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Increased student retention rates by providing ongoing support throughout their academic journey.
  • Evaluated transfer credits and advised students on course selection to ensure timely degree completion.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive environment for academic growth and personal development.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the graduation team, comprised of an Enrollment Advisor, Financial Adviser and an Academic Counselor, through regular feedback exchanges and collaborative goal-setting.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
  • Sales Resource Management CRM
  • WebEx
  • GotoMeeting
  • Document filing
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Client representation

Certification

  • Professional Development: Annual Ethics and Compliance Policy and Procedures Certification
  • NFCC Counselor Certification

Timeline

City Carrier Assistant

USPS
10.2024 - Current

Verification Advocate

Carvana
01.2020 - 06.2022

Client Services Specialist

MassMutual
07.2016 - 03.2018

Sr. Academic Counselor

University of Phoenix
04.2010 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of New Hampshire