Financial Assistance Representative I (Collections Representative)
Redwood Credit Union
Napa, California
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. <u><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></u> <strong>Member Contact:</strong> o Contact members with delinquent loans, negative shares, and Visa accounts to arrange payments, assess account status, and restore services. o Handle inbound and outbound calls while adhering to compliance and member information security protocols. o Deliver exceptional service to members and internal departments, making sound decisions and escalating issues when necessary. o Perform skip-tracing and support delinquent members by processing payments, extensions, and workout loans. o Recommend accounts for repossession and assist Collateral Recovery Officers with documentation and follow-up. o Support bankruptcy and deceased member account processes as assigned <strong>Admin Support:</strong> o Assist in processing request for charge off accounts for those loans determined to be un-collectible. o Complete departmental and back-office tasks as assigned including (but not limited to) typing, routine letter and/or documents. o Assist in the preparation of documents needed for the pursuit of legal action against Members and/or support the bankruptcy process, as assigned. o Prepare periodic specialty reports or balance department related general ledger accounts, as assigned. o Serve non- delinquent Members by accepting phone payments, processing extension requests and workout loans. <strong>Join us and discover why you'll love working at Redwood Credit Union!</strong> <strong><u>ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU):</u></strong> At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad. As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all.
<strong>Why work for Redwood Credit Union?</strong> •<span> </span>27th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay •<span> </span>Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2026" •<span> </span>Awarded a 5-Star Bauer Rating • Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025" •<span> </span>Top Corporate Philanthropists (#24) - San Francisco Business Times •<span> </span>Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 20 years in a row •<span> </span>World-class Employee Engagement scores •<span> </span>Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate •<span> </span>Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S. <h3>Minimum Qualification: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</h3> <ul> <li>Knowledge of Fair Debt Collections Act.</li> <li>Knowledge of Federal and state laws, rules, and regulations concerning Credit Union collection activities.</li> <li>Comprehensive knowledge of repossession process.</li> <li>Comprehensive understanding of call center environment.</li> <li>Knowledge of skip tracing, small claims, and bankruptcies.</li> <li>Knowledge of insurance (collateral and disability) as it pertains to the collection of delinquent accounts.</li> <li>Skill in the operations of a personal computer with Internet and intranet access, word processing and spreadsheet software.</li> <li>Ability to provide quality professional service to all Members.</li> <li>Ability and desire to work in a team environment.</li> <li>Ability to keep Members information confidential, strictly adhering to company MIS policies.</li> <li>Ability to measure performance in a productivity driven environment.</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively, accurately, intelligently, and professionally, both verbally and in writing, including effective telephone communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people.</li> <li>Ability to work a rotating schedule which will include working on rotating Saturdays.</li> </ul>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. <strong>Compensation:</strong> <strong>Base starting range: $27.00 to $35.00 per hour commensurate with experience. </strong> <em>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.</em> <strong>Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:</strong> • 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! <strong>RCU Discounts and Perks:</strong> • 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! <strong>Physical Requirements:</strong> • Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, twist and turn. • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. • Ability to use a computer keyboard and calculator. • Work environment is indoors; majority of the time is spent sitting at a desk. <strong>*Redwood Credit Union is not offering Visa transfers and/or sponsorships for this position. </strong> Internal Team Members: If you are a current Team Member, please apply through the internal careers page located in RCUNET. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
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