Total Loss Specialist

Whats Under the Hood

DriveTime Family of Brands includes in-house financing and servicing through Bridgecrest which is one of the countrys leading financial servicing providers. Bridgecrest services roughly $25 billion in finance receivables for DriveTime and other third parties. We service auto loans across a wide credit spectrum with the intent of creating a strong path to vehicle ownership for our customers.

Thats Nice But Whats the Job

Responsibilities of the Job (Or Better Known as Your Next Destination)

This position involves all aspects of the total loss process. Starting with the notification of the total loss claim cancelation of ancillary products filing Gap with the correct service provider and ensuring completion after receiving insurance check. Specialists work with insurance adjusters in gathering all the necessary information pertaining to the claim and documents. Specialists will work with third parties to obtain updates or changes to insurance claims. All processes should be completed in a timely manner to quickly and efficiently move the customer through the total loss process.

• Communicate with various insurance carriers gap providers and ancillary product services on statuses of claims via phone portal and email

• Navigate third party total loss portals by entering claims uploading required documents checking for updates and providing any necessary communication with third parties to ensure accurate and efficient completion of the total loss process

• Gather and review documents for accounts in order to cancel ancillary products manually and systematically

• File GAP in a timely manner with the correct GAP provider

• Conduct phone and email conversations with ancillary product servicers to facilitate proper processing

• Partner with internal titles team and Carvanas title team to provide title processing timelines to insurance carriers

• Assist other departments with inquires or escalations related to the total loss process

• Document and route accounts to total loss queues as accounts move through the total loss process

• Complete tasks on assigned accounts in a timely manner to prevent account aging in a total loss process

• Utilize approved databases tools and websites to assist in the overall total process

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (The Good Stuff)

• Clear concise and professional written and oral communications and interpersonal skills
• Proficient typing skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills and ability to maintain a consistent and positive demeanor in a fast-paced work environment
• Research state specifics title release requirements
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to ensure the achievement of assigned performance objectives.
• Ability to effectively apply professional acumen and communication skills to favorably resolve issues escalated from internal and external customers.
• Ability to drive departmental compliance with FDCPA requirements
• Knowledge of collection policies/procedures including skip tracing and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and local state repossession law
• Self-motivated with strong decision-making capabilities; ability to be a self-starter
• Ability to work in an accurate detail-oriented and highly productive manner

Requirements (a.k.a What You Need to Get the Job Done)

• High School Diploma GED or equivalent certification
• Experience with Microsoft Office such as Excel Outlook and Word
• 2 years of experience in financial services insurance and/or claims
• Associate degree or bachelors degree in business or related field may be used as a proxy for experience

Physical Requirements

The Physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 75% of the time
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets office machinery etc.
• Requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator copy machine and printer
• Frequently communicate with internal and external representatives. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• This position could require moving objects up to 20 pounds

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

So What About the Perks Perks matter

• Medical dental and vision oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.
• But Wait Theres More. 401(K) Company paid life insurance policy short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
• Growth Opportunities. You grow I grow we all grow! But seriously DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1000 employees promoted year over year.
• Tuition Reimbursement. Were as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that well put our money where our mouth is.
• Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
• Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization because well money matters!

• Game Room. Gimme a break no not a Kit Kat ad but we do have a ping-pong table a pool table and other games if you ever need a break in your day.
• In-House Gym. We want our employees to be the best versions of themselves. So come early take a break in your day or finish strong with a workout!
• Enjoy Social Events Bring it on. Rally with your team for festive gatherings team competitions or just to hang out!
• We Care and Value YOU! Feel the love and let us treat you to company outings personal rewards amazing prizes & much more!

• Paid Time Off.Not just lip service: we work hard to play hard! Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days holidays and good ole fashioned YOU time! For our Part-timers dont fear you get some time time is available - the more you work the more you earn!

Anything Else Absolutely.

DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here. We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards but well save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership oh and dont forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay well stop there)!

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

And when it comes to hiring we dont just look for the right person for the job we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional fun and high-energy environment!