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Loss Mitigation Specialist

Loss Mitigation Specialist

United Community BankSpringfield, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

United Community Bank is in search of a Loss Mitigation Specialist. The Loss Mitigation specialist will be responsible for notifying or locating customers with delinquent accounts and attempts to secure payment by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Making contact attempts to assigned borrowers via telephone to inquire on delinquent payments
  • Generating and sending letters to customers on delinquent loans at applicable and scheduled time frames
  • Understanding Secondary-Market requirements for delinquent loan procedures
  • Understanding In-House requirements for both consumer and real estate delinquent loans
  • Reviewing and evaluating customer's financial information, credit reports, Broker Price Opinions (BPO's), and Appraisals for Loss Mitigation Options
  • Assisting with government and investor reporting
  • Assisting with legal bill processing
  • Assisting with foreclosure processing
  • Underwriting customer's financial documentation for program eligibility
  • Completing needed calculations for Loss Mitigation options, which includes, but not limited to, capitalization of delinquent interest and performing escrow analyses, which could also include establishing an escrow account if currently not in place
  • Submitting customer information into investor websites for loss mitigation programs
  • Working closely with other departments to ensure proper execution and completion of any status change to a loan : coding of loans on the core system, credit reporting, proper execution of documents, and recording of documents
  • Communicating and negotiating charged-off checking account balances with customers and establishing payment if applicable
  • Completing annual testing to ensure all staff is made aware of any updates or changes to regulations
  • Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Requirements :

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point)
  • Education / Experience Requirements :

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Additional Requirements :

  • Previous customer service skills preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to practice discretion and handle confidential information in a professional manner
  • Ability to independently perform duties, establish priorities and meet deadlines with limited supervision
  • Problem Solving / Analysis skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and coworkers
  • Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to explain the benefits of bank products and services and answer customer questions regarding these products and services
  • Knowledge of financial institution regulations
  • Ability to manage and execute more than one task at a time
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them to work situations
  • Strong professional integrity in compliance with company policy, and ethical and legal standards
  • General knowledge of bank procedures and how they apply to other areas of the bank
  • Attendance Requirements :

    Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start work. Employees are expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. Late arrival, early departure or other absences from scheduled hours should be avoided.

    Certificates, licenses, or registrations :

  • None Required
  • Working Conditions :

    This job operates in a clerical setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

    Physical requirements :

  • Requires bending, stooping or standing as necessary
  • Requires the ability to hear, speak and / or signal people
  • Effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and in English
  • Requires manual dexterity, typing, and the ability to key in transactions
  • The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds
  • Benefits :

    The following benefit programs are available to all employees :

  • 401(k) retirement plan (requires 60 days of employment, age 20)
  • Paid Leave Time
  • Free checking account including identity theft and cellphone protection, Roadside Assistance and more
  • Free savings account & Safety Deposit Box
  • Cashier's checks
  • In addition, the following benefits are available to all full-time employees after meeting eligibility requirements :

  • Vacation time (requires 30 days of employment)
  • Sick / Personal Time (requires 90 days of employment)
  • Holidays
  • Jury Duty leave
  • Health Insurance (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Dental Insurance (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Vision Insurance (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Life Insurance (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Section 125 Cafeteria Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (requires 60 days of employment)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Military Leave
  • Some benefit programs require contributions from the employee and all begin on the first of the month after eligibility is met. Certain benefits provided by United Community Bank are governed by plan documents.

    Please visit https : / / ucbbanks.com / careers for more information on UCB's complete benefit package.

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