Nikki Collins
@nikkicollins
Dedicated contact representative with extensive customer service experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Contact Representative at the Internal Revenue Service, where I provide technical assistance to individuals and businesses in a dynamic call center environment. My role involves addressing a wide range of issues, applying tax codes, and ensuring the protection of sensitive information. I take pride in my ability to develop unique solutions and resolve taxpayer disputes effectively.
With a background in the Transportation Security Administration, I have honed my managerial and supervisory skills, overseeing screening checkpoints and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. My experience includes training new employees, monitoring performance, and facilitating best practices to enhance team capabilities. I am passionate about mentoring and coaching, helping new hires build the skills necessary for success in their roles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
OJT Coach
Transportation Security Administration
Dec 2015 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Assisted new hire trainees in continuing their learning process post-classroom training, helping them build skills for their critical job as Transportation Security Officers. Facilitated one-on-one learning using best educational practices and strategies. Tracked trainee progress daily and provided continuous support until on-the-job training completion and certification.
Contact Representative
Internal Revenue Services
Jun 2021 - Present (4 years)
Provided technical assistance to individuals and businesses via telephone in a dynamic call center environment, addressing a wide range of issues and applying tax code. Secured, analyzed, and protected sensitive personal and financial information, resolving taxpayer disputes and delinquency issues. Developed and evaluated information by researching computerized records across multiple online/datab
Supervisory Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration
May 2018 - Jun 2021 (3 years 1 month)
Managed screening checkpoints to ensure public safety by preventing dangerous objects on aircraft, providing guidance to subordinates and recommending equipment corrections. Coordinated national and local crisis management protocols, balancing customer service with security needs. Monitored individual performance, provided feedback, and oversaw day-to-day checkpoint operations including personnel
Lead Transportation Security Administration Officer
Transportation Security Administration
Feb 2014 - May 2018 (4 years 3 months)
Trained new employees and managed designated lane rotations, ensuring officers were at their posts and delegating duties as needed. Collaborated with supervisors to prevent security incidents during shifts and answered questions regarding screening procedures. Served as a member of the National Screening Force.
Transportation Security Support Team
Transportation Security Administration
Sep 2017 - Oct 2017 (1 month)
Participated in FEMA disaster response and recovery operations for Hurricane Irma in Florida, assisting survivors with registration and relief. Provided water and food rations to those in need, informing them of available resources. Assessed damages caused by the hurricane.
Data Entry Clerk
Southwest Senior Center
Apr 2005 - Oct 2006 (1 year 6 months)
Analyzed source documents for data deficiencies and resolved discrepancies using standard procedures. Provided administrative support including typing, answering phones, sorting mail, and sending faxes. Assisted with general office operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Katharine Gibbs
Technical or occupational certificate, Medical Assisting
Completed coursework in medical assisting, including measuring vital signs, patient preparations for medical examinations, and updating patient charts. Gained skills in interaction and communication with physicians, performing triage functions, and conducting laboratory and phlebotomy procedures.
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