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Tania Smith

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities and experience to deliver the best customer experience. I'm hardworking, compassionate and forward thinking. I thrive in supporting the growth and learning within diverse communities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service and Administration Support

Mansfield Shire Council
02.2024 - Current
  • Provide quality customer service enquiries and complaints and deliver punctual and reliable service.
  • Work cooperatively and ensure positive communication and relationships with all staff, across all departments.
  • Contribute to the improvement of the department by innovation and personal initiatives and contribute to team meetings.
  • Skills in managing time, setting priorities and planning and organising one's own work.
  • Access to public records for record keeping and archiving of records.
  • Write Media Releases and Communications for Council and community relating to Council Capital Works.
  • Liaise regularly with Project Officers for current project updates.
  • Manage and review Capital Works Contract Register.

Optical Dispenser

George & Matilda
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Skillfully handled customer complaints, resolving issues promptly and professionally to maintain client loyalty.
  • Provided support to store manager, often having to work independently, performing opening and closing procedures and end of day reconciliation.
  • Collaborated with optometrist to ensure accurate prescription fulfillment and optimal visual outcomes for customers.
  • Understanding and sharing expertise in lens materials, coatings, tints, and other optical options available to suit specific requirements.

Inter-library Loan / Library Service Officer

Maribyrnong City Council
07.2013 - 07.2022
  • Maintained detailed records of all service interactions, ensuring accurate client information was available for follow-up actions.
  • Provided exceptional customer support, leading to increased client retention and loyalty.
  • Initiated contact with appropriate service providers to request referrals and followed up to confirm appointments.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving service-related issues.
  • Developed Interlibrary Loan Policies and Procedures.
  • Created MARC records for Interlibrary loans.
  • Managed small group trainings for staff in use of LibraryLink platform.
  • Delivered personalised customer service relating to reference enquiries.
  • Gave accurate and appropriate information to answer questions, troubleshoot issues and resolve complaints.

Library / Customer Service Officer (Temporary)

Brimbank City Council
01.2013 - 07.2013
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving their inquiries and concerns.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Responding to and resolving customer queries and concerns.
  • Supporting customer use of technology and library systems including basic IT troubleshooting and general use of technology.
  • Undertaking broad branch duties that contribute to the effectiveness of the team.
  • Actively planning, supporting, participating, promoting and delivering library programs and activities to the community.

Education

Diploma - Library And Information Services

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
01.2013

Certificate IV - Small Business

BRACE Education Training And Development
Ballarat, VIC
01.2001

Diploma Health, Shiatsu And Oriental Therapies - Shiatsu And Chinese Medicine

Australian Shiatsu College
East Brunswick, VIC
01.1999

Skills

Customer Service and Assistance

Proficiency in Library Management Systems

Efficient and Detail-Oriented

Customer Records Management

Computer Proficiency

Administrative Duties

Data Entry and Maintenance

Service Recommendations

Building Customer Trust and Loyalty

Responding to Difficult Customers

Calm and Professional Under Pressure

Courteous with Strong Service Mindset

Upbeat and Positive Personality

Understanding Customer Needs

Excellent Attention to Detail

Cultural Awareness

Monthly Reports

Professional Relationships

Team-Oriented and Cooperative

Timeline

Customer Service and Administration Support

Mansfield Shire Council
02.2024 - Current

Optical Dispenser

George & Matilda
02.2023 - 12.2023

Inter-library Loan / Library Service Officer

Maribyrnong City Council
07.2013 - 07.2022

Library / Customer Service Officer (Temporary)

Brimbank City Council
01.2013 - 07.2013

Diploma - Library And Information Services

Swinburne University of Technology

Certificate IV - Small Business

BRACE Education Training And Development

Diploma Health, Shiatsu And Oriental Therapies - Shiatsu And Chinese Medicine

Australian Shiatsu College
Tania Smith