Jobs · Accounting · Michigan

Collections Representative (Banking / Credit Union / Mortgage)

TEKsystems · Benton Harbor, MI · 2 wk ago
On-siteAccounting$50k–$52k/yrFull-time

About the role

Are you an experienced mortgage collections professional looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with an employee-focused organization? A highly respected Credit Union is seeking a Collections Specialist to join their team and play a key role in supporting members through the mortgage delinquency and resolution process. This is a direct hire opportunity offering excellent benefits, work-life balance, and a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Managing delinquent residential mortgage accounts throughout the collection lifecycle
  • Contacting members to discuss payment options and establish repayment arrangements
  • Supporting loss mitigation and workout plan activities
  • Coordinating foreclosure-related processes with attorneys and legal partners
  • Assisting with bankruptcy proceedings and related account management
  • Managing deceased member accounts and estate-related claims
  • Maintaining thorough documentation and account records
  • Ensuring compliance with banking regulations, policies, and servicing guidelines
  • Partnering with attorneys, title companies, and internal departments to resolve complex account situations
  • Working across multiple servicing, lending, and collections systems

Requirements

  • 3+ years of collections experience within a Credit Union, Bank, Mortgage Servicer, or Financial Services organization
  • Experience managing delinquent mortgage accounts
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
  • Comfortable navigating multiple computer systems and applications
  • Strong attention to detail in a regulated financial environment
  • Hands-on experience with mortgage delinquency management
  • Experience with payment arrangements and repayment plans
  • Loss mitigation activities experience
  • Foreclosure coordination experience
  • Bankruptcy processing and support experience
  • Attorney and legal partner communication experience
  • Estate and deceased member account resolution experience

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
  • Dental Insurance (Guardian Dental)
  • Vision Insurance (EyeMed)
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with up to $2,000 annual employer contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) With Up to 5% company match after one year
  • Additional 5% employer contribution after one year
  • 152 Hours of PTO Annually
  • Paid Community Service Day
  • 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness Reimbursement up to $750 annually
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • $100 Annual Company Apparel Allowance
  • Domestic Partner Benefits
  • Thrive Wellness Program with incentives for participation in wellness activities

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