**Experienced Virtual Assistant / Airbnb Customer Support Specialist for Short-Term Rental Company - Contract to Hire Opportunity at blithequark**

Are you a highly motivated and tech-savvy individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service? Do you have experience in managing short-term rentals or vacation properties? If so, we invite you to join blithequark, a leading short-term rental company, as a Virtual Assistant / Airbnb Customer Support Specialist. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers a unique chance to work with a dynamic team, develop your skills, and contribute to the growth of our company. **About blithequark** blithequark is a forward-thinking short-term rental company that offers a wide range of properties to travelers from around the world. Our mission is to provide an exceptional guest experience, while also ensuring that our hosts receive the highest level of support and service. We are committed to innovation, customer satisfaction, and building strong relationships with our guests and hosts. **Role Overview** As a Virtual Assistant / Airbnb Customer Support Specialist at blithequark, you will play a critical role in managing our short-term rental properties, addressing guest issues, and providing exceptional customer service. Your responsibilities will include: * Guest and reservation management: You will be responsible for managing guest inquiries, processing reservations, and providing accurate information about our properties and neighborhoods. * Virtual property management: You will assist with property management tasks, such as coordinating housekeeping, arranging amenities, and ensuring that our properties are well-maintained. * Cleaner management, scheduling, and coordination: You will work with our cleaning team to schedule cleanings, coordinate logistics, and ensure that our properties are clean and ready for guests. * Addressing guest issues and resolving them in a timely and efficient manner: You will be the primary point of contact for guests, responding to their inquiries, and resolving any issues that may arise. * Maintaining a quick response rate to all inquiries: You will be expected to respond to guest inquiries in a timely manner, ensuring that our guests feel supported and valued. * Contributing to a review rating of 4.8 or higher: You will play a critical role in ensuring that our guests have an exceptional experience, which will contribute to our high review ratings. **Key Responsibilities** * Guest and reservation management: + Manage guest inquiries and respond to their requests in a timely manner. + Process reservations and ensure that all necessary information is accurate and up-to-date. + Provide accurate information about our properties and neighborhoods to guests. * Virtual property management: + Assist with property management tasks, such as coordinating housekeeping and arranging amenities. + Ensure that our properties are well-maintained and meet our high standards. + Work with our cleaning team to schedule cleanings and coordinate logistics. * Cleaner management, scheduling, and coordination: + Schedule cleanings and coordinate logistics with our cleaning team. + Ensure that our properties are clean and ready for guests. + Work with our cleaning team to resolve any issues that may arise. * Addressing guest issues and resolving them in a timely and efficient manner: + Respond to guest inquiries and resolve any issues that may arise. + Work with our team to resolve any complex issues that may require additional support. + Ensure that our guests feel supported and valued throughout their stay. **Essential Qualifications** * 2+ years of customer service experience * 2+ years of vacation rental customer service or hotel experience * Must be available to work during normal U.S. business hours * Tech savvy and able to work with multiple technology platforms * Strong verbal, written, and reading skills in English * Extreme attention to detail * Outstanding customer service skills * Excellent typing skills, including speed and accuracy * Creative problem-solving skills * Independent thinking and strong decision-making skills * Excellent at following directions * Conflict resolution experience **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience with Airbnb customer service * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new technologies as needed **Skills and Competencies** * Tech savvy and able to work with multiple technology platforms * Strong verbal, written, and reading skills in English * Extreme attention to detail * Outstanding customer service skills * Excellent typing skills, including speed and accuracy * Creative problem-solving skills * Independent thinking and strong decision-making skills * Excellent at following directions * Conflict resolution experience * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new technologies as needed **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** As a Virtual Assistant / Airbnb Customer Support Specialist at blithequark, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career. We offer a range of training and development programs, including: * On-the-job training and mentorship * Ongoing training and development programs * Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth * A dynamic and supportive work environment **Work Environment and Company Culture** blithequark is a dynamic and supportive company that values innovation, customer satisfaction, and teamwork. Our company culture is built on the following values: * Customer-centric: We put our guests and hosts at the forefront of everything we do. * Innovative: We are always looking for new and better ways to do things. * Collaborative: We work together as a team to achieve our goals. * Supportive: We support each other and our guests in every way possible. **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** We offer a competitive compensation package, including: * A competitive hourly rate * Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth * A dynamic and supportive work environment * Ongoing training and development programs * A range of benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and more **How to Apply** If you are a highly motivated and tech-savvy individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service, we invite you to apply for this contract-to-hire opportunity. 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