Bilingual Collections Specialist I

Truliant Federal Credit Union; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bilingual Collections Specialist I to enhance member satisfaction by resolving outstanding debts. This role involves communicating with members to negotiate repayment plans while ensuring compliance with collections laws. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish, possess strong negotiation skills, and demonstrate a commitment to exceptional service. Join a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and rewarded, and enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

No-cost employee Medical, dental, vision coverage

Prescription benefits

Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan with contribution matching

Tuition reimbursement

Short and long-term disability

Health & Wellness program

Teledoc (physician video conferencing)

Onsite fitness facilities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in financial services or collections environment required.
• Knowledge of collection procedures and bankruptcy concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist members in resolving outstanding debts and establishing repayment plans.
• Document all communications and payment arrangements in required databases.

Skills

Fluent in English & Spanish

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College education preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Truliant’s mission is to improve lives by putting our members first, providing great service and straightforward financial solutions. Our core values of Member Focus, Service, Guidance, Relationships, and Community define how we interact with members to fulfill our mission of improving lives and providing a foundation on which we conduct ourselves.

Our Promise to Our Teammates: Truliant strives to provide all teammates with an enjoyable place to work where they feel valued, empowered and rewarded for all that they do.

Purpose of the Job

The Bilingual Collections Specialist I is responsible for assisting members in resolving outstanding debts while ensuring exceptional member and mission driven service. This role is responsible for mitigating loss to the Credit Union by communicating with members with delinquent accounts and negotiating appropriate arrangements to cure the delinquency and return the member’s account to good standing.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Contacts and engages with members by phone, email, and SMS texting to notify of their delinquent status and initiate collecting on loans, credit cards, and overdraft deposit accounts.
• Assists members in understanding their financial obligations, obtaining payments, and establishing realistic repayment plans. Follows up when repayment plans are not met.
• Documents all communication, payment arrangements, and processes related to collections efforts in a timely and detailed manner within required databases.
• Makes decisions, using ethical collection techniques and financial analysis which mitigate Truliant’s risk of loss while preserving member retention and promoting member loyalty.
• Utilizes multiple operating systems to maintain accounts throughout the collections process.
• Handles high volumes of in and outbound calls and servicing requests via email to consistently meet or exceed established Credit Union service standards, key performance metrics, and departmental service level agreements.
• Processes recommendations for repossession to the Repossession Specialists.
• Performs detailed research and compiles documentation for charge off disputes submitted by members and third-party collection vendors.
• Monitors member accounts and identifies signs of potential financial distress to identify opportunities to offer short term modification solutions or refer for workout loan consultation.
• Responds promptly to internal and external member inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Collaborates with other team members and departments to resolve complex member issues effectively, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Engages in ongoing training and knowledge development of Truliant products, services, and collection techniques through training and self-directed learning.
• Provides feedback to management regarding process improvements and opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Follows credit union policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with debt collections laws and regulations.
  
  

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists with other tasks and projects as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be fluent in English & Spanish
• Must have a basic understanding of standard concepts, practices, procedures, regulations and compliance within the collections environment
• Must have knowledge of collection procedures, bankruptcy concepts, and repossessions and recovery is preferred
• Must have excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle difficult conversations with members effectively.
• Must have excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Must have basic personal computer skills, with knowledge of MS Office
• Must be able to show persistence, determination and tact
• Must be able to maintain objectivity and emotional stability under pressure
• Must have ability to understand all business processes within the credit union
• Must be detail oriented and well organized
• Must be able to work in a general office environment
• Must be flexible and able to shift resources and priorities as required
• Must be able to complete all assignments with minimal supervision
• Should possess a strong commitment to providing excellent service to Truliant’s members
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and stooping required
• Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time and use a computer
• Must be able to moderately lift or move up to 5 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds
  
  

Education and Background

• High school diploma or equivalent; college education preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in financial services, call center, or collections environment required
• Bilingual with proficiency in English and Spanish required
  
  

If you have a passion for member service and would like to invest in a meaningful career with opportunity for growth, we encourage you to apply to Truliant!

As a member of the Truliant family, you will enjoy the following full time benefits:

• No-cost employee Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Prescription benefits (including mail order)
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan with contribution matching
• Paid community involvement volunteers hours
• Paid group life Insurance
• Teammate loan discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short and long-term disability
• Health & Wellness program
• Teledoc (physician video conferencing)
• Onsite fitness facilities or health club reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical flexible spending account
• Dependent care flexible spending account

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Banking

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