Results-oriented Collections with 8 years of expertise in leading high-performing teams and developing scalable processes facilitating accurate billing and collections processes. Focused on eliminating issues contributing to account delinquency and streamlining collections best practices. Excited to bring history of innovation and relationship-building skills to growing organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Collections Agent
Computer Share
10.2023 - Current
Built rapport with customers by demonstrating understanding of their situation while seeking fair resolutions.
Processed payments and applied to customer balances.
Maintained high volume of calls and met demands of busy and productive group.
Negotiated to collect balance in full.
Collections Agent
Bank Of The West
01.2023 - 07.2023
Lead Sales Associate/Senior Customer Service Representative
Union Bank
02.2020 - 04.2022
Answer inbound calls from Bank members in need of refinance and new home purchase information. Also place outbound calls to members to generate new loans and refinance applications,
Resolved customer issues promptly, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
Greeted customers and provided product advice to increase sales.
Customer Service Representative
LoanCare Service Link
11.2017 - 02.2020
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
Customer Service Representative
Nationstar Mortgage DBA Mr. Cooper
01.2016 - 11.2017
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
Utilized customer service software to manage interactions and track customer satisfaction.
Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
Customer Service Representative
LifeLock
05.2015 - 05.2016
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Desert Christian High School
Lancaster, CA
06.1995
Skills
Payment Arrangement
Skip Tracing
Collections processing
Account Management
Debt Negotiation
Delinquent account management
Repayment plan structuring
Fair debt practices
Outbound Calling
Collections
Credit and collections
Performance Improvements
Call center experience
Payment posting
Customer research
Sales experience
Conflict resolution techniques
Payment Acceptance
Attention to Detail
Clear Communication
Updating Customer Accounts
Fair Debt Collections Practices
Negotiation and Resolution
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Persuasive Negotiation
Timeline
Collections Agent
Computer Share
10.2023 - Current
Collections Agent
Bank Of The West
01.2023 - 07.2023
Lead Sales Associate/Senior Customer Service Representative