Member Solutions Associate

We recognize that in order to meet the needs of our communities, we must represent our communities. Our success relies on creating a culture where we have diverse perspectives and a true sense of belonging. This is a journey, and we pledge to do more than simply check the box.

When you join the Meritrust team, your benefits will include:

• Comprehensive medical insurance plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid-time-off
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance
• Employee loan discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and disability coverage

What sets working for Meritrust apart?

• Career development and pathing opportunities to move into leadership roles or other lines of business within MCU such as Commercial Lending, Finance, Marketing, Underwriting, Member Solutions, Training, Human Resources, and more.
• Supportive and engaging work environment.
• A wellness and sustainable work culture that puts family, Mother Nature, our community, and your health first.
• A work environment that encourages personal as much as professional growth, teamwork to make the dream work, and treating everyone equally.
• Studies have shown that individuals from marginalized and or historically underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply for a job at Meritrust Credit Union, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Position Summary
Responsible for performing collection activities across all credit union products, including consumer, commercial, real estate and depository accounts. This includes overdrawn accounts, credit cards, lines of credit (secured and unsecured), signature loans, auto loans, as well as mortgage secured loans such as home equity loans. Reviews delinquent accounts to assess the status and determine the root causes of delinquency. Initiates contact with members to resolve outstanding balances and applies appropriate collection strategies to ensure timely and effective recovery.

Essential Functions

• Manage an assigned queue(s) by ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
• Initiate contact with members via phone, text, email, and other written communication methods to discuss delinquent accounts and explore repayment options.
• Build rapport with members by demonstrating empathy, professionalism and commitment to helping them resolve financial challenges.
• Collaborate with members to create realistic repayment plans and accurately record all interactions and agreements in the system.
• Use appropriate and compliant collection strategies tailored to each situation to recover delinquent funds effectively.
• Assist in locating members with approved skip tracing tools and resources.
• Work closely with internal teams to resolve