Asset Locator
About The Position
The Asset Locator is responsible tracing and locating consumers and/or consumers' attachable assets in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.D.C.P.A.). This open position would join a team of six (6) with an average of 20 years of service with the firm. Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks: Traces whereabouts of consumers with the intention of finding a current address, utilizing both printed and on-line resources. Once a new address is located the Asset Locator requests the reissue of complaint Locates and verifies employment/property ownership, requests property liens and wage garnishments as applicable Locates/verifies bank accounts and requests bank attachments When there are no attachable assets the asset locator reviews the credit bureau trade lines to identify the creditor that a Subpoena for documentation should be sent to Meets pre-determined monthly quotas, specific quality and volume requirements for designated activities. Analyzes issues, makes decisions and follows up with peers and management Builds appropriate rapport and establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external clients, gaining their trust and respect Telephones possible consumer phone leads to verify right party and may transfer to Legal Account Resolution Specialists Ensures accounts are updated with new information as it is obtained Complete all required training applicable to this position Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position Other duties, as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum 0-6 months relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Knowledge of office practices and procedures; computer operation; and internet research.
- Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
Responsibilities
- Traces whereabouts of consumers with the intention of finding a current address, utilizing both printed and on-line resources.
- Once a new address is located the Asset Locator requests the reissue of complaint
- Locates and verifies employment/property ownership, requests property liens and wage garnishments as applicable
- Locates/verifies bank accounts and requests bank attachments
- When there are no attachable assets the asset locator reviews the credit bureau trade lines to identify the creditor that a Subpoena for documentation should be sent to
- Meets pre-determined monthly quotas, specific quality and volume requirements for designated activities.
- Analyzes issues, makes decisions and follows up with peers and management
- Builds appropriate rapport and establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external clients, gaining their trust and respect
- Telephones possible consumer phone leads to verify right party and may transfer to Legal Account Resolution Specialists
- Ensures accounts are updated with new information as it is obtained
- Complete all required training applicable to this position
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
- Other duties, as assigned
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
- Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
- Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
- Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
- Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
- On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
- Stipend for parking or public transit available with benefits elections
- Onsite fitness center available to join
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
