Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Performs a variety of collection activities including collection calls, correspondence, negotiating payment plans, and maintaining records of all communication. Provides customer service regarding collections issues, processes customer refunds, processes and reviews account adjustments, and resolves client discrepancies.

Has substantial understanding of the job / function / products and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks. Demonstrates excellent judgement and resolves difficult calls and situations. May be viewed as a subject matter expert on a variety of tasks and/or act as a SPOC specialist.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for collection of highly complex/difficult accounts and situations.
• Provide specialized collection work, gathering detailed financial information and negotiating resolutions.
• Assist team members with difficult or complex accounts and situations, utilizing technical knowledge of collections, procedural guidelines, and industry knowledge.
• Prepare weekly and monthly updates and status reports of outstanding delinquencies.
•  Provides financial counseling to discuss and resolve debt situation within established limits.

What You'll Bring

Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Some college preferred
• Typically requires 4 -7 years of high-volume commercial collections experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Excellent verbal and written skills with strong negotiation and active listening skills.
• Problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to manage conflict and negotiate successful outcomes.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of billing procedures, collections techniques, and accounts receivable.
• Able to thrive working in a fast-paced collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal Fair Debt Collections Laws, US Bankruptcy Code, and bankruptcy procedures and regulations.
• Able to analyze and interpret complex documents to make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Experience with mainframe system Oracle or related operating systems.
• Able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Working hours will be 11am-8pm EDT

Candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a background check and credit check as a condition of employment, where permitted by applicable law.

Pay Range: $23.37 - $31.15 Hourly, Remote

 

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

 

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.