Collection Supervisor

Collection SupervisorUnder minimal supervision, the Servicing Department Supervisor assists the Management Team with overseeing the department. This entails ensuring proper coverage for call volume throughout the day, reviewing various reports for compliance purposes, participate in the training and coaching of the Servicing staff, investigate, and resolve escalated issues, responsible for providing lead support and complete other work as assigned.DUTIES, TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but not limited to)Reviews delinquent account records to determine which customers must be contacted for collection of overdue accounts.Organizes collection work load according to degree and amount of delinquency and assigns accounts to workers for collection.Monitors staff and recommends telephone techniques used by Collector.Verifies accuracy of accounts.Authorizes or refers accounts for repossession and legal actions against debtors.Assists subordinates with collection activities in difficult cases.Supervises and coordinates activities of clerical workers in related activities.Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.Issues written and oral instructions.Examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates.Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances.Prepares composite reports from individual reports of subordinates.Adjusts errors and complaints.Maintain continuous coaching and development of staffMaintain weekly and monthly account audits and call scoringMaintain accurate and current attendance and coaching logsComplete weekly, monthly and annual reviews of staffMust be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and extended hoursLight travel will be requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSESAbility to interpret and explain policies and procedures to othersExercise sound judgment when making decisionsExcellent organization and prioritization skillsUse proper grammar and email etiquette including accurate spelling and correct vocabularyDiffuse hostile callersDevelop and deliver trainingAbility to work under time constraints and daily deadlinesGood interpersonal skills and team work awarenessBi-lingual (Spanish) a plusMust be able to maintain an 8 hour shift; Flexible schedule required; must be willing to work overtime, weekends and evening shifts.EDUCATIONHigh School Diploma; requiredCollege Degree; preferredEXPERIENCEMinimum 2 years in a supervisor or manager role with a team of 5 or more direct reportsPHYSICAL DEMANDSNoneSUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain confidentiality with personnel and management issuesCoach agents as needed or directedDirectly supervises 8-14 employees in the Servicing Department.Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Pay Rate:$25.00 per hour plus bonus potentialThe exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.FULL TIME BENEFITSMedical, Dental, and Vision benefitsLife Insurance, Flexible Spending Account401K matchingEmployee Stock Ownership Program in a $14.2 Billion Company, plus company matchingWellness Program, Daily Team ExercisesWestlake University, Certification ProgramsCareer Path OpportunitiesDiscounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and AttractionsAT&T Wireless DiscountsEmployee Loan AssistanceAnnual Flu Shots, Biometric ScreeningsPaid Vacations DaysPaid Sick DaysPaid HolidaysRental Car DiscountsDell Member Purchase ProgramUKG WalletABOUT USPeople. Purpose. Passion.These are the hallmarks of Westlake Financial and have been since our inception in 1988. Westlake specializes in prime to sub-prime automotive financing, helping car dealerships do what they do best: sell cars. Our unique credit approval software (known as "The Buy Program ") allows dealers to get an on-the-spot loan approval without waiting for callbacks, faxbacks, or rehashes. Westlake Financial is an Internet based, privately held finance company that specializes in the acquisition and servicing of sub-prime and non-prime automotive retail installment contracts. Headquartered in Southern California, Westlake originates indirect retail installment contracts through a network of 21,000 new and used car dealers throughout the United States. All collections and servicing are performed in-house from its central facility located in the Mid-Wilshire area of Los Angeles. Westlake's success did not just happen overnight. It took years of hard work, cultivation, and smart intuition to get to where we are today. Not content to rest on our laurels, Westlake continues to build and refine, always keeping our dealers and customers in mind.