California Remote Collections Specialist at Southern Auto Finance Company, LLC
United States
$0.021k - $0.025k
<div> <div><b>Collections Specialist – Auto Finance</b><br> California | Full-Time | Remote<br> Pay Range: $21.00–$25.00 per hour, plus incentive opportunity</div> <div> </div> <div><b>Turn Your Potential into Opportunity.</b></div> <div>SAFCO is seeking a motivated, customer-focused professional to join our team as a remote Collections Specialist serving customers in California.</div> <div> </div> <div>You will work directly with customers who have fallen behind on their automobile loan payments. By listening to their circumstances, explaining available options, and negotiating workable solutions, you will help customers move forward while protecting the interests of the Company.</div> <div> </div> <div>Previous collections, call-center, customer service, sales, banking, or financial-services experience is helpful. SAFCO is also prepared to train candidates who demonstrate strong communication skills, sound judgment, resilience, and a desire to succeed.</div> <div> </div> <div>Bilingual ability in English/Spanish is helpful but not required. You must be located in the state o California to be considered for this position.</div> <div> </div> <div><b>Schedule</b></div> <div>This position requires flexibility to work the following Pacific Time schedules:</div> <ul> <li>8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. on regular daytime shifts</li> <li>12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. at least two weekdays each week</li> <li>Every third Saturday, with another day off during the applicable workweek</li> </ul> <div>Schedules include an unpaid meal period and paid rest periods in accordance with California law. The specific schedule may vary based on business needs and will be provided in advance.</div> <div> </div> <div><b>What You’ll Do</b></div> <ul> <li>Communicate with customers regarding past-due automobile loan payments through outbound dialer campaigns, manual calls, and incoming calls.</li> <li>Listen carefully to understand the circumstances contributing to a customer’s delinquency.</li> <li>Negotiate practical payment arrangements while maintaining professional customer relationships.</li> <li>Explain payment obligations, available options, and the importance of rebuilding credit clearly and respectfully.</li> <li>Accurately document customer conversations, payment arrangements, and account activity.</li> <li>Perform basic skip tracing and obtain updated customer contact information.</li> <li>Manage assigned accounts and follow-up commitments consistently.</li> <li>Protect confidential customer and account information.</li> <li>Follow applicable federal and California collection laws, Company policies, and quality standards.</li> <li>Participate in virtual training, coaching, meetings, and professional-development activities.</li> </ul> <div><b>What Will Help You Succeed</b></div> <ul> <li>Strong verbal communication and active-listening skills</li> <li>Confidence handling challenging or sensitive conversations</li> <li>Sound judgment, persistence, and practical problem-solving ability</li> <li>The ability to negotiate solutions and gain customer commitment</li> <li>Strong organization, documentation, and follow-through</li> <li>Comfort working independently in a structured, goal-oriented remote environment</li> <li>Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new systems</li> <li>Coachability and a willingness to apply feedback</li> <li>Previous collections or consumer-finance experience is a plus</li> <li>Bilingual ability in English/Spanish is a plus</li> </ul> <div><b>Remote-Work Requirements</b></div> <ul> <li>You must reside and perform your work in California.</li> <li>You must maintain a private, professional workspace suitable for confidential customer conversations.</li> <li>Reliable high-speed internet and consistent availability throughout your scheduled shift are required.</li> <li>SAFCO will provide approved equipment and reimburse necessary business expenses in accordance with Company policy and applicable California law.</li> </ul> <div><b>Compensation and Benefits</b></div> <div>The hourly pay range for this position is $21.00–$25.00. Starting pay will be based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and other lawful considerations. The position may also be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation under SAFCO’s applicable incentive plan.</div> <div>SAFCO also offers:</div> <ul> <li>Comprehensive initial and ongoing training</li> <li>Supportive coaching and career-development opportunities</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>Company-paid and voluntary life and disability insurance</li> <li>A 401(k) retirement savings plan</li> <li>Paid time off and paid holidays</li> <li>Employee wellness, recognition, and community-involvement programs</li> </ul> <div><b>Build Your Career at SAFCO</b></div> <div>At SAFCO, our purpose is reflected in three words: Potential. Opportunity. Prosperity.</div> <div>We recognize your Potential, provide the training and Opportunity to develop it, and help you build the skills and experience that can lead to long-term Prosperity.</div> <div> </div> <div>Apply today and drive your career forward with SAFCO.</div> <div> </div> <div>SAFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.</div> <div> </div> <div>#LI-DP1</div> </div><br>
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