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Special Credits Litigation Officer

Global Credit Union
Anchorage, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2026

Overview

Reports to: Senior Special Credits Litigation Officer 

 

Functions Supervised: None

 

Primary Functions: This position involves regular interaction with (1) attorneys and law firm staff engaged to represent the credit union on collections matters, (2) local, state, and federal agencies relevant to collections activities, and (3) the courts with jurisdiction over these collection matters.  The role is responsible for managing routine collections litigation matters and coordinating closely with collection teams to minimize losses for the credit union. This individual will support the Special Credits Enforcement litigation team, maintaining high productivity, quality work, and attention to detail while complying with state and federal laws and credit union policies.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with outside counsel to resolve delinquent accounts through collateral recovery, judgments, and garnishments. Track and manage attorney and third-party expenses, including review of legal bills using Legal Tracker.
  • Ensure timely processing of small claims filings and prompt completion of legal actions on assigned accounts.
  • Represent the credit union at civil cases and small claims court hearings when necessary.
  • Handle payments, settlements, and/or the surrender of collateral with members and, as needed, attorneys involved in collections cases.
  • Prepare affidavits, detailed correspondence, and other case-related documents.
  • Work with Consumer Lending management on dealer buybacks and initial payment defaults.
  • Refer collections matters to designated credit union-approved outside counsel.
  • Escalate non-routine litigation matters to the credit union's Legal Department for handling and resolution. Work with the Legal Department as requested.
  • Reply to emails and phone calls promptly and accurately.
  • Make decisions on settlements or confessions of judgment on behalf of the credit union, within prescribed authority limits.
  • Review, revise and/or sign declarations, as necessary.
  • Perform other assigned duties.
  • Qualifications

    Education: A bachelor's degree in legal studies, business, finance, or a related field is expected. Advance degrees in law, business, or other related professional compliance or legal certifications are preferred.

     

    Creditable Experience in Lieu of Education: At least two years of experience in an in-house legal department of a financial institution managing collection or bankruptcy litigation.

     

    Experience/Skills: Requires self-motivation with strong verbal and written communication skills, and a proactive approach attitude. Experience in legal processes involving repossessions, bankruptcy, collections, and recovery for varied types of consumer debt preferred. Sound judgment, strong negotiation abilities, management and critical thinking skills, as well as strong attention to detail are required.

     

    Tenure: Not applicable

    Compensation

    Special Credits Litigation Officer (Category 09)

     

    Salary Pay Range: $69,557 - $112,677 annually. Starting base salary will be determined based on candidate experience, qualifications, education, and local or state wage requirements, if applicable and will fall within the range provided above.

     

    In accordance with our Salary Administration policy, new hire base salaries generally fall within the minimum to midpoint of the listed range.

    Benefits

    • Short-term and long-term incentives
    • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance plan that has HSA and FSA options
    • 401(k) plan with a 5% match
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Life and disability coverage
    • Voluntary cash benefits for accident, hospitalization and critical illness
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Generous leave programs to include Paid Time Off accrual, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
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    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Salary : $69,557 - $112,677

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