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Susan S. Whiteside

Arlington,VA

Summary

Professional with proven track record in facilitating smooth transitions for individuals and families. Skilled in logistical planning, client relationship management, and problem-solving. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, effortlessly adapting to changing needs. Known for excellent communication, organizational skills, and customer-first approach.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Relocation Specialist

Vacasa Vacation Rentals
Portland, OR
03.2021 - Current
  • Assist guests with relocations due to unforeseen circumstances, ensuring seamless rebooking and minimal disruption to travel plans
  • Cancel and and rebook reservations, apply discounted rates, transfer funds, and adjust accounts accurately
  • Provide high-volume customer support via phone, email chat and text while maintaining high satisfaction standards
  • Process payments, refunds, and account updates in compliance with company policies
  • Support Customer Service and Operations teams by handling escalated cases and time-sensitive requests
  • Coordinate with local operations offices to resolve maintenance issues and guest concerns
  • Modify reservations by adding or removing nights and processing related financial adjustments
  • Contact current and past guests regarding maintenance issues, refunds, and reservation changes

Customer Service Representative

CroppMetcalfe
Fairfax, VA
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Assisted with the sales and the policies departments in offering memberships and/or upgrades.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding backorder availability, future inventory and special orders.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Collected credit card payments and updated accounts

Data Entry

Washington Intelligence Bureau
Chantilly, Va
07.2016 - 09.2017

Obtained scanned records and uploaded them into the database in a timely and accurate manner.

District Administrator/Customer Support

Becky's Pet Care, Inc.
Alexandria, Va
07.2009 - 02.2016
  • Managed smaller side office, greeted occasional walk in customers and staff.
  • Provided customer support via heavy incoming call/emails.
  • Scheduled assignments for field staff and assisted when necessary.
  • Occasionally interviewed and trained new employees.
  • Organized office events.




Education

Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY
08.1987

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Weedsport Central High School
Weedsport, NY
06.1987

Skills

  • Professional call handling
  • Effective communication through listening
  • Effective communication in calls
  • Creative problem solving
  • Effective complaint resolution
  • Proficient in multi-line phone systems
  • Adherence to service standards
  • Office administration

Timeline

Relocation Specialist

Vacasa Vacation Rentals
03.2021 - Current

Customer Service Representative

CroppMetcalfe
02.2019 - 02.2020

Data Entry

Washington Intelligence Bureau
07.2016 - 09.2017

District Administrator/Customer Support

Becky's Pet Care, Inc.
07.2009 - 02.2016

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Weedsport Central High School

Cayuga Community College

References

References Available upon request.