Collection Specialist

Description ***The Hourly rate will be $22-27/hr + bonus based off experience*** The Collection Specialist role is responsible for providing world class customer care to our customers. This position will provide an exceptional level of customer service by taking ownership and responsibility for all activity occurring at CHL and ensuring customers are educated regarding all hardship assistance options offered. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for negotiating payment arrangements, keeping our borrowers in their homes and keeping loans from turning into 30+ days past-due Maintaining an open line of communication with the borrower(s) after payment is received, allowing for early intervention and preempting future delinquencies Utilize all available skip tracing tools to locate borrower whose current contact information is inaccurate Manage inbound and outbound calling queues via automated calling system Continuously improve knowledge base and skillset to ensure maximum level of customer satisfaction and world class customer experience Perform other job-duty related issues as assigned Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years of experience in mortgage servicing Minimum 2 years of experience in a Collections environment Bi-lingual skills a plus Strong phone etiquette while having a passion for taking care of customer needs with exceptional customer service skills Solid analytical skills with the ability to exercise prudent judgment Exceptional organization and time management a must Comfortable being a team player Strong interpersonal skills in addition to verbal/written communication Ability to work through stressful situations professionally and respectfully Attention to detail Who we are... Cornerstone Capital Bank is the product of a recent merger between Cornerstone Home Lending and Roscoe State Bank. Cornerstone Capital Bank holds more than $380 million in regulatory capital and greater than $1.5 billion in assets. We have created the highest initially capitalized new bank in Texas history and intend to leverage our leading national home lending platform to provide growth opportunities for the Bank! Our mission is to use and improve on our God-given talents to make a difference to the lives of our team members, customers, shareholders, and the people who provide services to us. We employ people who are passionately committed to Cornerstone's Mission, Vision & Core Convictions. Our brand is known for on-time closings - a key core conviction of Cornerstone. Cornerstone Capital Bank and its subsidiaries have been recognized by Workplace Dynamics as a "Top 100 Workplace" for 12 consecutive years. March 1, 2023, marked the beginning of Cornerstone's 35th year in the residential lending business, so we have successfully navigated our company through many industry cycles and changes in regulations. What we offer: Because we recognize and reward hard work, we offer a competitive salary, Medical, Dental, Vision, , Accidental Death, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, FSA, HSA, 401K, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and Paid Parental Leave benefits, as well as the opportunity for a performance based bonus based on position and department. Where you come in: We're a great company with great people, and we're looking for a Collections Specialist who will bring enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a servant heart to our team of top-tier banking and home lending professionals. This professional will work in a tight-knit, goal and growth-oriented team. What to do next: If Cornerstone Capital Bank sounds like the place for you (and if you have the qualifications, drive, and passion to match), we invite you to become a member of our winning Compliance team! And remember, once you're part of our Cornerstone family, we'll continue to invest in you as a valuable team member. As many of our team members can tell you, there's something special about working at Cornerstone. It really feels like home. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.