ABOUT THE JOB: We are seeking Guest Service Coordinators to join our team at our New England Vacation Rentals office in Sandwich. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our vacation rental business, providing exceptional customer service and creating memorable experiences by making connections with our guests and homeowners. This position is ideal for someone with a friendly, welcoming demeanor, a passion for guest service, a commitment to problem-solving, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. COMPENSATION: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Guest Relations: Build positive relationships with guests, assisting them with reservations, inquiries, and providing information about our vacation rental properties. Ensure a seamless experience for our guests from booking to check-out.
- Owner Relations: Act as a liaison between property owners and the company. Address owner inquiries, provide updates on property performance, and coordinate necessary communications to maintain strong relationships.
- Guest Issues: Manage and resolve escalated guest concerns related to rental home issues during a stay ensuring a positive outcome for all involved.
- Solving Home Issues: Manage and resolve issues related to vacation rental properties, coordinating with maintenance teams and ensuring timely resolution of any concerns raised by guests or owners.
- Point of Contact for Cleaners and Linen Rental Company: Coordinate with cleaning staff and linen rental companies to ensure proper scheduling and fulfillment of services.
- Coordination of Home Inspectors: Organize and coordinate home inspections for spring walk-throughs and turnovers related to guest arrivals and departures.
- Learning Reservation Software: Familiarize yourself with our reservation software and stay up-to-date with any system updates. Effectively use the software to manage bookings, update property information, and generate reports.
- Specialty Projects as assigned
- Emergency Services Coverage: Take part in a rotating schedule to support urgent matters, ensuring they are addressed promptly and professionally.
- Previous experience in administrative or customer service roles is preferred. Property management or vacation rental experience is a plus.
- Effective communicator with strong writing skills.
- Self-motivated and self-sufficient, while willing to seek guidance and direction as needed.
- Manage conflict or uncomfortable situations in a professional manner.
- Flexibility in a fast-changing environment; ability to jump from task to task with minimal adjustment.
- Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
- Proficient in using office software and comfortable learning new reservation software.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with poise.
- Work may take place indoors or outdoors, in a variety of settings including private homes, resorts, offices, and laundry facilities — often in varying weather conditions.
- We're in hospitality and our schedules can change based on guest and homeowner needs. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. We require flexibility to support this.
- Employees who are required to drive a personal vehicle must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and be at least 18 years of age. You will be reimbursed for mileage based on the IRS’ standard mileage rate of 70 cents per mile for business miles driven effective Jan. 1, 2025.
- Ability to sit for the majority of the day and move freely if making an on-site visit to one of our vacation homes.
- Health/dental/vision insurance
- Employer Sponsored & Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K retirement savings plan with 100% company match on the first 3% you contribute and a 50% match on the next 2%
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- A two-week Holiday shut down at the end of the year with a limited rotating schedule, as business needs allow
- A $500 travel allowance annually if you book a vacation with one of our sister companies
- A hybrid in office/remote work week in the off season as business needs allow
