Bankruptcy Specialist
Bankruptcy Specialist
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Job Summary
To ensure proper action is taken to follow the current Bankruptcy laws to protect the member and the Credit Union. This position is responsible for the daytoday processing of incoming federal bankruptcy pleadings including but not limited to bankruptcy filing notifications discharge orders and dismissal orders. This position is also responsible for explaining the actions taken by the Credit Union (e.g. account maintenance legal action) to members branches Credit Union departments bankruptcy trustees and to the members and the Credit Unions legal representatives.Job Description
LOCATION
Mountain America Center In Office:
9800 S Monroe St
Sandy UT 84070
SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM 4:30 PM or 9:30 AM 6:00 PM
To be effective an individual must be able to perform each job duty successfully.
- Reviews all incoming federal bankruptcy court documents and examines filed pleadings to determine appropriate action.
- Processes federal bankruptcy court documents such as bankruptcy filing notifications discharge orders and dismissals.
- Ensures the correct steps are taken to file maintain an account to abide by the Bankruptcy laws; verifies that correct steps are taken in account review and in any necessary collection process to avoid violation of the Automatic Stay and/or any other bankruptcy code.
- Responsible for preparing and filing proof of claims and reaffirmation agreements in various jurisdictions of the federal bankruptcy court system.
- Ensures trustee payments are being received.
- Assists with monitoring for compliance with the members Chapter 7 Statement of Intention or the Chapter 13 Plan by following up on assigned queue.
- Works directly with attorneys to ensure proper steps are taken; refers routine legal action to Credit Unions attorney networks including Motions for Relief from the Automatic Stay and Objections to Confirmation.
- Recommends accounts for repossession and where necessary other collection action.
- Answers incoming calls from members members legal representatives the Credit Unions legal representatives and bankruptcy trustees; responsible for accurately answering questions and resolving routine issues related to these processes.
- Answers incoming calls from branches service center and other departments to provide overrides.
- Assists in researching accounts and taking appropriate action as recommended by manager.
- Exemplifies role as a team member to promote and maintain effective partnerships with the team and the Credit Unions members.
- Incorporates MACU values and philosophy while fulfilling responsibilities as a representative of the Asset Management department and the Credit Union.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIES
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Experience
3 years professional experience in a progressive financial setting with 35 years of working in a bankruptcy position law firm specializing in credit representation or trustees office with experience in bankruptcy case management.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Coursework in banking and credit collection law are preferred
Licenses Certifications Registrations
n/a
Managerial Responsibility
n/a
Computer/Office Equipment Skills
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Word PowerPoint and Excel
- Knowledge of and proficiency with PACER CM/ECF filing preferred and Trustee websites (13network and/or NDC)
- Demonstrated experience with Symitar preferred
Language Skills
- Demonstrated ability to clearly express ideas verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated ability to document outcomes and present information in a manner appropriate for key stakeholders and all levels of the organization.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment.
- Selfstarter with strong organizing and time management skills and the ability to work productively and efficiently in a fastpaced environment with multiple projects and timelines
- Adaptive to change responds positively to altered circumstances or conditions
- Possess a desire and willingness to learn and continually update knowledge base on financial concepts strategies systems etc.
- Take initiative to be a problem solver and provide suggestions to improve processes and efficiencies.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES / WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
Ability to sit talk and hear consistently
Ability to stand walk and use hands to handle or reach occasionally
Vision Requirements
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Weight Lifted or Force Exerted
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally
Environmental
There are no unusual environmental factors (such as a typical office)
Noise Environment
Moderate noise (business office with computers and printers light traffic)
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Mountain America Credit Union is an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
