Job Description
Job Title: Collections Specialist I
Make a Difference Helping Customers Get Back on Track
Are you someone who enjoys problem-solving and connecting with people? As a Collections Specialist I, you'll work directly with customers to understand their situations, identify solutions, and help them get back on the path to financial wellness. You'll build relationships, think critically, and make a meaningful impact every day.
A Day in the Life
You'll spend your day reaching out to customers with past-due accounts, discussing payment options, and documenting your conversations. When something doesn't add up, you'll dig deeper - researching payment issues, credit reports, and other details to find the root cause. You'll collaborate with your teammates and escalate unique situations as needed, all while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
What You'll Bring
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally (written and verbally), work with speed and accuracy, grasp technical information quickly and work independently and as a team member.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Willingness to travel for early training
Bonus Points
1-2 years of experience in customer service, banking, or collections
What we can offer you:
Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, etc.
17 Days Paid Time Off, along with11 paid holidays and bereavement leave
Education Assistance Program
Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Wellness benefits
Life event coverage
Service awards
Financial benefits including 401(k) match, stock purchase plan and more
Great deals on both national and local discounts on everything from computers and vacations to phones and retail shopping.
Logo wear discounts
Free checking account, checks and discounted bank services
This position will be located at:
430 North Hamilton Road
Whitehall, Ohio, 43213
United States
About Us:
German American Bancorp and its family of financial services companies employ talented, compassionate people throughout the organization, truly making German American special. Delivering genuine, customized, personal service with a focus on truly serving customers and communities well, our employees bring the Shield of Excellence commitment to life with each and every interaction.
German American Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other category protected by law.
