Collection Representative I
Velera, Granite Heights, WI, United States
Join the People Helping People
Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.
The Opportunity
Collections Representative I
utilizes various collection strategies and methodologies to contact consumers to negotiate payment in full or payment arrangements on debt. The Collections Representative II manages a complete portfolio of charged off accounts, maintains effective negotiation skills, utilizes skip tracing techniques and remains compliant with all regulatory and company requirements and policies.
Day In The Life
Reviews accounts in assigned queue to determine next course of action required to resolve the delinquent account.
Utilize various skip tracing techniques and collection strategies to locate right parties
Negotiate payment terms and methods, often requiring probing questions of the consumer in order to better understand potential objections to payment.
Follow up on specific accounts which meets department criteria to ensure all work has been completed on said accounts
Establish and maintain payment arrangements consistent with our established guidelines.
Dorm, close, and make recommendations on accounts in accordance with our established guidelines.
Make second voice calls as necessary to assist other collectors.
Participate actively in monthly continuous improvement training sessions, to assure that appropriate collections calling techniques are developed to respond to new and difficult calling situations.
Maintain thorough knowledge of FDCPA
Document accounts accurately and quickly
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum (1) year collections or sales experience preferred
Education
High school education or GED equivalent
About Velera
At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!
Pay Equity
$15.00 - $18.03
Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Great Work/Life Benefits!
Competitive wages
Medical with telemedicine
Dental and Vision
Basic and Optional Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Maternity, Parental, Family Care
Community Volunteer Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Company Paid Disability Insurance
401k (with employer match)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Insurance
Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness program
Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster.
Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.
Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here.
This role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.
As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance.
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Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.
The Opportunity
Collections Representative I
utilizes various collection strategies and methodologies to contact consumers to negotiate payment in full or payment arrangements on debt. The Collections Representative II manages a complete portfolio of charged off accounts, maintains effective negotiation skills, utilizes skip tracing techniques and remains compliant with all regulatory and company requirements and policies.
Day In The Life
Reviews accounts in assigned queue to determine next course of action required to resolve the delinquent account.
Utilize various skip tracing techniques and collection strategies to locate right parties
Negotiate payment terms and methods, often requiring probing questions of the consumer in order to better understand potential objections to payment.
Follow up on specific accounts which meets department criteria to ensure all work has been completed on said accounts
Establish and maintain payment arrangements consistent with our established guidelines.
Dorm, close, and make recommendations on accounts in accordance with our established guidelines.
Make second voice calls as necessary to assist other collectors.
Participate actively in monthly continuous improvement training sessions, to assure that appropriate collections calling techniques are developed to respond to new and difficult calling situations.
Maintain thorough knowledge of FDCPA
Document accounts accurately and quickly
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum (1) year collections or sales experience preferred
Education
High school education or GED equivalent
About Velera
At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!
Pay Equity
$15.00 - $18.03
Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Great Work/Life Benefits!
Competitive wages
Medical with telemedicine
Dental and Vision
Basic and Optional Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Maternity, Parental, Family Care
Community Volunteer Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Company Paid Disability Insurance
401k (with employer match)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Insurance
Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness program
Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster.
Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.
Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here.
This role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.
As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance.
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