Collections Representative

Start Date:

  • 4/4/2016 (these positions have the possibility of conversion based on performance/attendance, etc)


Schedule:

  • 2nd Shift; Monday – Friday; 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM with rotating Saturdays and one day off during week when working Saturday


Training:

  • Will participate in current training program (4 weeks = 2 weeks classroom, 2 weeks OJT)
  • Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM


Job Description:

  • The Collector works in the Collections and Recovery Operations environment and is typically aligned with routine inbound or outbound collections calling processes.
  • This role can work in any stage of delinquency and frequently requires guidance on non-routine situations.
  • Primary responsibilities are collections, customer servicing, submitting extension requests and other loss mitigation and recovery activities.
  • Contacts delinquent, charged-off, or high-risk customers in order to secure payment and determine reason for delinquency on active loan/credit card accounts.
  • In the recovery area, collectors will work with customer to establish full balance repayment plans or settlements.
  • Works an established list of accounts on an automated collections system and/or auto-dialer.
  • This person can resolve routine billing inquiries and negotiate payment arrangements to cure delinquent accounts.
  • Understands and educates customers on account terms and alternate payment programs and methods.
  • Navigates a computerized data entry system and other relevant applications while staying within our regulatory and compliance guidelines within Collections.

Required Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Customer Service focus
  • Ability to understand and discuss personal and financial difficulties
  • Ability to recommend and negotiate payment arrangements
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Strong computer skills


Desired Skills:

  • Previous collections experience
  • Previous customer service experience
  • Strong negotiation skills

  • Candidate MUST HAVE 2-5 years Collections or Customer Service experience.
  • Flexible with the work schedule.
  • GOOD job stability.

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