Job Title/Type: Seasonal Sales Center Representative/Part-Time

Location: Remote

Pay range: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to all incoming telephone call for Company-wide inquiries
• Sets reservations and holds by working with customer’s needs/demands
• Answers inquiries by clarifying desired information; researching, locating, and providing information
• Resolves problems by clarifying issues; researching and exploring answers and alternative solutions; implementing solutions; escalating unresolved problems
• Fulfills requests by clarifying desired information; forwarding requests to facility/management appropriately
• Assists customers with any technical issues experienced with website
• Maintains call center database by entering information into company programs
• Effectively communicates with management and fellow associates

• Regular worksite attendance in accordance with Company’s Attendance Policy is required for this position
• Other Duties As Assigned
  • Periodic special projects and duties may be assigned based on Company need and requirements
  • Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another, with frequent interruptions or distractions and within tight deadlines

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma is required

• Some college is preferred

• Previous tele sales experience a plus, but not required

• 2 years prior Call Center experience required

• Retail sales and marketing experience is preferred but not required.

• Successful record of accomplishment of sales and marketing skills in the self-storage or retail industry is preferred but not required.

• Ability to pay close attention to detail.

Skills

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus to better support our diverse customer base
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns, and overcome objections
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns, and overcome objections
• Possess the eagerness and work ethic to succeed in a customer service environment; a motivated self-starter
• Professional and friendly attitude and ability to quickly develop a rapport with customers over the phone
• Ability to learn and navigate new software
• Ability to type 30 wpm+

Benefits for Seasonal Part-Time Employees

• Generous Paid Time Off offered – earn 6 days per year at the start of your hire date
• Paid On-going Professional Development & Training
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Rewards & Recognition (Manager’s Quarterly & Yearly Outstanding Achievement Awards, Core Values Award, Years of Service & Wall of Fame)
• Huge Potential for Career Mentorship, Growth and Advancement
• Great Office Hours
• Recognition of Hard Work and Exemplary Performance through numerous compensation practices
• Discretionary bonus based on several factors including property performance

About Westport Properties

Founded in 1985, Westport Properties (“WPI”) is an owner-operator of self storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of January 2025, WPI has over 17 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is over $3 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 650 multifamily units while employing over 600 people nationwide. WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities. To date, Kure-It has raised over $15M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.2M.

At-Will Employment & Equal Opportunity Employer

Westport Properties, Inc. is a parent company of US Storage Centers (USSC) which provides at-will, equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetics. Furthermore, Westport Properties, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment and discrimination based on age, disability, color, genetics, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in compliance with federal, state and applicable local laws governing employment and labor law in every location in which the company conducts business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed.  We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Typically, at least 18 months of customer service or related experience

• Effective problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems, applications, and utilize search tools to find information
• Proven time management skills and ability to multitask
• Experience interacting positively with unsatisfied customers
• Good communication skills including speaking clearly, articulately and accurately while using a pleasant tone and common conversational courtesies
• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applications

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits: 

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That’s why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Basic term and optional term life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Pregnancy disability and parental leave

• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

• Adoption assistance

• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $20.00 – $20.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.