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University of Michigan Credit Union
Collector
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A Tax Examiner or Collector examines tax returns, bills of sale and other documents to determine the type and amount of taxes, duties and other types of fees to be paid by individuals or businesses, referring exceptional or important cases to accountants, senior government officials or managers.
$48,426 / year median in Michigan
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Here at UMCU we are passionate about our team members' growth, success and contribution to our amazing company culture. Consider joining the University of Michigan Credit Union (UMCU) a pillar of the local community for 70 years. UMCU is currently searching for a bright, professional and friendly Collector to assist in all aspects of collection activities, including delinquent and charged-off loans and shares, NSF checks, and courtesy pay accounts that are not in compliance with program limitations. The Collector is also responsible for related legal action, settlement and debt workout situations, and possible restriction of services related to delinquent accounts. Why join the UMCU Team? Work with a high energy and collaborative group of supportive professionals. We are committed to helping you own your career and grow professionally and personally. Comprehensive benefits including low cost/high coverage medical, dental, vision, leave of absence and more! Very generous paid time off and a very flexible work environment to help you find just the right work-life balance. Tuition reimbursement and a student loan debt repayment program Our Fidelity 401k program with employer match is one of the most generous you'll find. From our parental leave, to pet insurance and home office credits, our benefits package is one of the best you'll find! What will you be doing in this role? Contacts members by telephone, letter, e-mail or in person to determine the reasons for the delinquent account and to assist the member in developing a plan to bring the account current Ensures that co-signers and co-makers are promptly and continuously notified on the status of a delinquent account and provides notification as needed. Initiates appropriate account restrictions to encourage the member to contact the Credit Union to make a payment or payment arrangements Evaluates delinquent loan accounts and determines possible actions to assist member in repaying their obligations as agreed. This may include financial counseling, evaluating credit reports, and Maintains high level of professionalism in regard to confidentiality and service in collection efforts Monitor Fraud Software Determines appropriate action to take for skip traces, legal filings (Small Claims and General Civil), repossessions, collection agencies, collateral protection insurance, titles related to secured collateral and bankruptcy processing following UMCU guidelines. Initiates and follows-through on any action taken on the assigned accounts. Serves as UMCU representative in court hearings as assigned. Prepares any accounts to be recommended for charge-off Continues collection efforts on previously charged-off loans Assists in providing training to other department team members Demonstrates responsibility for security of member information Contributes to the improvement of credit union processes and procedures Provides reports of collection activities Maintains knowledge of laws and regulations affecting financial institutions policies and procedures Volunteers in various activities sponsored by UMCU within the University of Michigan and Ann Arbor communities Maintains knowledge of and follows all credit union policies and procedures regarding