Member Solutions Associate - Wichita, KS

Meritrust Credit Union; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritrust Credit Union in Wichita, KS is looking for an Entry Level Collections Specialist to manage delinquent accounts across consumer and loan products. You will contact members, assess statuses, and apply recovery strategies while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.

This role requires a high school diploma and 1-3 years of collections experience, with strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities. The position is full-time, day shift, on-site in Wichita.

Qualifications

• Completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of formal training and experience.
• 1-3 years collection experience.
• Knowledge of collection procedures and related laws and regulations preferred but not required.
• Familiar with FDCPA, TCPA and SCRA.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned queue with timely follow-up and resolution.
• Initiate contact with members via phone, text, email to discuss delinquent accounts and explore repayment options.
• Build rapport with members and demonstrate empathy and commitment to resolving financial challenges.
• Collaborate with members to create repayment plans and accurately record all interactions and agreements in the system.
• Use appropriate and compliant collection strategies tailored to each situation to recover delinquent funds.
• Assist locating members with skip tracing tools and resources.
• Work closely with internal teams to resolve account issues and support member needs.
• Handle sensitive member information with discretion and adhere to applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Attend training sessions and stay informed about policy updates.

Skills

Negotiation

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CRM tools

Microsoft Office

Collections software

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Wichita, KS 67202Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $20.49 - $25.62 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: BankingResponsible for performing collection activities across all credit union products, including consumer, commercial, real estate and depository accounts. This includes overdrawn accounts, credit cards, lines of credit (secured and unsecured), signature loans, auto loans, as well as mortgage secured loans such as home equity loans. Reviews delinquent accounts to assess the status and determine the root causes of delinquency. Initiates contact with members to resolve outstanding balances and applies appropriate collection strategies to ensure timely and effective recovery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage an assigned queue(s) by ensuringtimelyfollow-up and resolution.
• Initiate contact with members via phone, text, email, and other written communication methods to discuss delinquent accounts and explore repayment options.
• Build rapport with members by demonstrating empathy,professionalismand commitment to helping them resolve financial challenges.
• Collaborate with members to create realistic repayment plans and accurately record all interactions and agreements in the system.
• Useappropriateand compliant collection strategies tailored to each situation to recover delinquent funds effectively.
• Assistinlocatingmembers with approved skip tracing tools and resources.
• Work closely with internal teamsto resolve account issues and support member needs.
• Handle sensitive member information with discretion and adhere to all applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Contribute to a collaborative and respectful team culture bymaintaininga professional attitude, supportingpeersand engaging in constructive communication.
• Attend training sessions and stay informed about updates to policies, procedures, and regulatory changes.
• Operate within the credit union’s phone system to manage inbound and outbound calls efficiently. Maintain availability during scheduled hours toassistmembers and support internal team needs.
• Providetimelyupdates to managementregardingaccount trends, member concerns and any issues that mayimpactcollection efforts or member relationships.
• Support departmental and organizational needs by completingadditionaltasks and responsibilities asrequired.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of formal training and experience

Required Knowledge

• Knowledge of collection procedures and related laws and regulations suggested but not required
• Familiar with default and enforcement clauses suggested but not required
• Familiar with deposit programs, account ownership, and casualty insurance suggested but not required
• Understanding of Credit Union loan products and policies suggested but not required
• Basic understanding of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code suggested but not required

Experience Required

• 1-3 years collection experience

HARD/TECHNICAL SKills/Abilities

• Monitoring delinquent accounts
• Negotiating repayment plans andestablishingfeasiblepayment arrangements
• Basic understanding of credit union products and services
• Basic understanding of regulations such as FDCPA, TCPA and SCRA
• Familiarity with U.S. Bankruptcy Code
• Experience with core banking/collections software, CRM tools, and Microsoft Office
• Documenting all communications and outcomesin accordance withpolicy.
• Basic understanding ofaccounting principles suchasloan amortization, interestcalculationsand basic financial acumen
• Managing inbound and outbound calls efficiently in a fast-paced environment, usingmuli-line phone systems and other tools

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Standard office conditions
• Low to moderate noise
• Limited lifting up to 10 lbs.

This description has been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Essential functions, requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

The Credit Union believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.