Supervisor, Customer Resolution

<p><b><span>Summary:</span></b></p><p><span>The Customer Resolution Supervisor will be responsible for managing high-risk loans and complex customer issues.  This will include addressing customer disputes & concerns and resolving them in a timely manner.  The Supervisor must be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) experienced in FHA, VA, USDA, FNMA, and FMLMC loss mitigation options, SPOC and Escrow requirements.  Must effectively demonstrate a professional level of competency in servicing state requirements and federal guidelines. The ultimate goal of the Customer Resolution Supervisor is to be an advocate for the customer, resolve customer dispute/concerns quickly and identify underlying root cause issues to reduce customer complaints.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: </span></b></p><ul><li><p>Conduct in-dept root cause analyses on High-Risk cases to identify & resolve customer issue(s).</p></li><li><p>Work with other lines of business and collaborate across departments to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to resolve customer issues.</p></li><li><p>Take full ownership of high-risk and escalated cases to resolve escalated issues, including notifying leadership of potential risks and ways to mitigate future issues.</p></li><li><p>Answer inbound, make outbound calls, and respond to customer requests within established timelines to maintain service level expectations and deliver quality service to customers.</p></li><li><p>Provide empathy and understanding to customers that call in with issues or complaints.  Work to deescalate potential issues and prevent negative outcomes. </p></li><li><p>Follow up with all necessary parties to close out calls and to ensure resolution.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for assuring all regulatory requirements are met concerning customer interaction by explaining policies and procedures courteously and patiently.</p></li><li><p>Maintain confidentiality of customer’s nonpublic information.</p></li><li><p>Build customer relationships by actively listening and resolving complaints quickly, efficiently and accurately.</p></li><li><p>Comply with all company policies and procedures.</p></li><li><p>Maintain regular and punctual attendance.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Other Job Duties and Responsibilities: </span></b></p><p>Performs other related duties as assigned.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Supervisory Responsibilities: </span></b></p><p>This position is an individual contributor with no direct reports but may provide guidance, leadership, or training to others.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Qualifications:</span></b></p><p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential <span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">function satisfactorily.</span></span> The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.</p><ul><li><p><span>Deep operational knowledge </span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with an attention to detail</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience in handling complex customer issues</span></p></li><li><p><span>Excellent communication & negotiation skills</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proficiency with software applications and databases with a strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel as well as becoming an equally proficient user of all key related Freedom Mortgage applications that capture all key customer information</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to work under pressure on tight deadlines and work independently, including working well with others in those situations through positive teamwork or collaboration</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Education and/or Experience:</span></b></p><ul><li><p>High School Degree and Five (5) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.</p></li><li><p>Bachelor’s Degree from a Four (4) year College or University or equivalent combination of education and experience and Five (5) to Eight (8) years of experience preferred.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations</span></b><b>:</b></p><p>None Required</p><p></p><p><b><span>Work Complexity:</span></b></p><p><span>Problems and issues faced are difficult and complex, and may require understanding of broader set of issues. Problems typically involve consideration of multiple issues and understanding of the financial/mortgage industry. Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Work Environment</span></b><b>:</b></p><p>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is normally performed in a typical interior office work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Physical Demands</span></b><b>:</b></p><p>The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Equal Employment Opportunity:</span></b></p><p>The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Americans with Disabilities Act:</span></b></p><p>Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential job functions of the position either with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants as well as employees are encouraged to meet with Human Resources as the organization shall review reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Job Responsibilities:</span></b></p><p>The statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as an all-inclusive list of all the work requirements of the position. The company may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.</p>

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...