Loan Collections & Recovery Specialist

First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc.; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Long-term disability

Salary continuance

Holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

401k plan

Stock grants

Job summary

First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. in Hammond, LA is seeking a Loan Collections Specialist to manage delinquent accounts across loan types.

The role focuses on contacting borrowers, negotiating repayment schedules, and maintaining records to support timely collections. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work within a community bank, with responsibilities including reviewing accounts, coordinating with Special Assets, and ensuring adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in collections.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Contact borrowers with past due accounts by phone, mail, or in person to request payment.
• Negotiate extensions or modifications and workout payment schedules with borrowers.
• Review accounts to determine effectiveness of collection methods.
• Recommend actions to Special Assets Manager for intensified collection actions.
• Maintain accurate records on past due accounts and collection actions.

Skills

Collections experience

Word

Excel

Deadline management

Handling difficult situations

Job description

First Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. in Hammond, LA is seeking a Loan Collections Specialist to manage delinquent accounts across loan types.

The role focuses on contacting borrowers, negotiating repayment schedules, and maintaining records to support timely collections. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work within a community bank, with responsibilities including reviewing accounts, coordinating with Special Assets, and ensuring adherence to policies.