Lead Specialist-Commercial Collections Department

Location:4224 Ridge Lea Road - Amherst, New York 14226 Essential job duties Primary focus is on moderate execution within defined parameters with some expansion to complex issues based on development. Roles at this level are responsible for moderate operational and/or administrative work Administering moderate procedures, analysis, tasks and reporting while receiving limited instructions forfiling, recording, processing, servicing, recording, and/or organization of documentation associated with a product or process Reviews and ensures proper documentation or procedures are used for moderate activities This role covers a combination of staff within the areas of credit cards, retail banking, small business banking, consumer lending, mortgage banking, collections, recovery, origination, or auto finance and cover a broad range of responsibilities and duties Identifies and resolves moderate issuesby following established guidelines. Refers more complex problems to Senior level or supervisor. May provides service in relation moderate complex billing inquiries, service requests, suggestions and complaints from customers Individual at this level is expected to use some independence of thought but to refer more complex problems to supervisors or other experts.while contributing to work flow or process change and redesign, and to form a strong basic understanding of the specific product or process Accountable for regular reporting and analysis requests Typically covers a broad range of responsibilities rather that focusing on one specific role. Recommends and implements programs to solve routine issues Is fully proficient in duties while working under moderate to limited supervision. Other duties as assigned Required and/or Preferred Qualifications Typically 1-3 years of experience in operations role High School Diploma or GED equivalent. College degree preferred Works well with others in a fully developed work team environment Open minded and adaptable to new ideas in a changing environment Excellent customer service skills Proven excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated leadership skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Analytical, research and problem resolution skills Proficient in 10-Key, able to perform with a high degree of speed and accuracy. Comfortable navigating multiple computer systems and applications Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Intermediate understanding of accounting principles Intermediate understanding of banking policies, procedures, government regulations Intermediate understanding of loan documentation Proven ability to handle all monetary/ processing functions independently Moderate knowledge/experience in multiple payment delivery channels; OLDS, Lockbox, ACH, wires Moderate knowledge of banking policies, procedures and governmental regulations Ability to perform moderate scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance functions Proven ability to handle high transaction volumes accurately Ability to meet production goals Proven ability to handle all customer service inquires and diffuse difficult customer situations independently May train or assist in training new staff Ability to work with minimal supervision in decision making Exceptional attention to detail. Excellent customer service skills. KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing . KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.