Financial Assistance Representative I

Redwood Credit Union


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Napa, CA
Salary: $25 - $33 per hour
Contract type: Full time
At Redwood Credit Union we are on a journey to re-imagine the way we do business, and we can’t do it without you - our next great hire.

Since 1950, Redwood Credit Union has been helping people reach their financial goals and dreams with a focus on helping others. As a not-for-profit financial institution, our passion is for helping our Members meet their financial needs, whether it’s through better rates, low or no fees, or expanded services.

That people-first approach holds true for our employees, too. Our work environment is built on service and trust. It's all possible with a leadership team committed to hiring talented people and helping them develop their careers.

Redwood Credit Union is looking for a Financial Assistance Representative I who will be responsible for performing a wide variety of semi-routine duties of moderate complexity requiring the exercise of discretion, initiative, judgment, independent analysis, and detailed knowledge of departmental procedures. Spanish is required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Member Contact

  • Contact Members with delinquent loans, negative shares and Visa accounts for the purpose of obtaining delinquent payments, arranging for payment schedule to bring loans current, rescheduling existing payment or determining Member present status in order to make provisions for obtaining outstanding balance
  • Initiate outbound calls and accept all incoming calls at all times, strictly adhering to required department compliance and member information security procedures
  • Provide excellent quality service to all Members and all RCU departments always, making sound, timely decisions and judgment calls in restoring services impacted by delinquent account status, engaging management assistance, where needed
  • Perform skip-tracing functions routinely
  • Ensure high quality member service by implementing credit union policy, as well as departmental procedures and standards in relation to the establishment and maintenance of loans and accounts, minimizing escalations and/or working closely with management to address escalations. Serve delinquent members and accounts by accepting phone payments, processing extension requests and workout loans
  • Recommend accounts for repossession of collateral securing delinquent loans, preparing recommendation documentation for manager approval and hand off to the Collateral Recovery Officers. Assist Collateral Recovery Officer(s), as needed
  • Assist with the follow up on all delinquent and non-delinquent bankruptcy accounts and deceased member accounts, as assigned (when notification is received by FAD)


Admin Support

  • Assist in processing request for charge off accounts for those loans determined to be un-collectible
  • Complete departmental and back-office tasks as assigned including (but not limited to) typing, routine letter and/or documents
  • Assist in the preparation of documents needed for the pursuit of legal action against Members and/or support the bankruptcy process, as assigned
  • Prepare periodic specialty reports or balance department related general ledger accounts, as assigned
  • Serve non- delinquent Members by accepting phone payments, processing extension requests and workout loans
  • Participate in departmental meetings and training programs


JOBSUMMARY:

Perform a wide variety of semi-routine duties of moderate complexity requiring the exercise of discretion, initiative, judgment, independent analysis, and detailed knowledge of departmental procedures. Spanish Bilingual required.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:

Member Contact:

  • Contact Members with delinquent loans, negative shares and Visa accounts for the purpose of obtaining delinquent payments, arranging for payment schedule to bring loans current, rescheduling existing payment or determining Member present status in order to make provisions for obtaining outstanding balance
  • Initiate outbound calls and accept all incoming calls at all times, strictly adhering to required department compliance and member information security procedures
  • Provide excellent quality service to all Members and all RCU departments always, making sound, timely decisions and judgment calls in restoring services impacted by delinquent account status, engaging management assistance, where needed
  • Perform skip-tracing functions routinely
  • Ensure high quality member service by implementing credit union policy, as well as departmental procedures and standards in relation to the establishment and maintenance of loans and accounts, minimizing escalations and/or working closely with management to address escalations. Serve delinquent members and accounts by accepting phone payments, processing extension requests and workout loans
  • Recommend accounts for repossession of collateral securing delinquent loans, preparing recommendation documentation for manager approval and hand off to the Collateral Recovery Officers. Assist Collateral Recovery Officer(s), as needed
  • Assist with the follow up on all delinquent and non-delinquent bankruptcy accounts and deceased member accounts, as assigned (when notification is received by FAD)
  • Assist members in resolving CPI placement matters, performing necessary research and/or working closely with Insurance Services or State National


Administrative Support:

  • Assist in the processing of request for charge off of accounts for those loans determined to be un-collectible
  • Complete departmental and back-office tasks as assigned including (but not limited to) typing, routine letters and or documents, as assigned
  • Assist in the preparation of documents needed for the pursuit of legal action against members and/or support the bankruptcy process, as assigned
  • Prepare periodic specialty reports or balance department related general ledger accounts, as assigned
  • Serve non- delinquent Members by accepting phone payments, processing extension requests and workout loans
  • Participate in departmental meetings and training programs
  • Perform other duties as required


The ideal candidate has a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma with a

minimum of three years of collections experience in a measured, productivity driven environment.

Compensation: Base starting range: $25.00 to $33.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

Our base salary starting range is based on scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits.

Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings
  • Employee performance incentive plan
  • Salary Advancement– Merit increase based on performance
  • 401(k) program with employer match
  • Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!


RCU Discounts and Perks-

  • RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans
  • RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products
  • 2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU
  • 0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000
  • 0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000
  • 0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500
  • 100% financing for employee purchased homes!


Why work for Redwood Credit Union?

  • Local financial institution, providing unparalleled service since 1950
  • Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2024"
  • Top 5 Healthiest Credit Union in the USA, rated by Glatt Consulting
  • Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 19 years in a row
  • World-class employee engagement scores
  • Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate
  • Recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Small Employers 2023"


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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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