[Hiring] Credit Bureau Dispute Specialist @TD

Role Description

The Credit Bureau Dispute Specialist receives disputes from customers or credit agencies to investigate. Customers may be disputing items such as a late mark or an account that isn't theirs. The specialist has a 30-day SLA to meet and respond, to be within regulatory guidelines.

• Handles sensitive consumer information (credit bureau data, raw PII, customer account information)
• Utilizes third-party data sources, internal systems, and tools to research and analyze information to ensure accuracy of credit reporting
• Researches and responds to disputes received directly by mail or email
• Utilizes e-Oscar to quickly respond to indirect disputes in the way of Automated Consumer Dispute Verification (ACDV)
• Researches and actions feedback from the credit bureaus, internal reporting, and third parties to ensure accurate reporting
• Corrects inaccurate account information provided to CRAs and documents the resolution using internal systems and e-OSCAR
• Maintains a clear understanding of current internal credit-related policies and procedures, as well as all applicable federal regulations and credit industry standards
• Adapts to and endorses change and serves as an agent of positive change to support goals and direction
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to meet or exceed external and internal expectations, service, and quality goals
• Able to work within a corporate environment understanding its structure and adhering to schedule and punctuality requirements
• Responsible for ensuring confidentiality of all aspects of the company’s operations, portfolio, customer information, and computer technology
• Must be able to work weekdays and weekend/overtime if required to ensure adherence to SLAs
• Engages internal/external partners to obtain pertinent account information
• Identifies and addresses process improvements based on day-to-day observations and activities
• Responds to inquiries and assists in resolving problems/complaints
• Promotes a positive team environment by demonstrating professional behavior and respect for others
• Escalates more complex or unusual issues to lead or supervisory staff
• Performs additional responsibilities/duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years in Financial Services
• Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to use/learn current technology and software applications related to position
• Dedicated, self-directed, and reliable
• Knowledgeable of state and federal laws and agencies applicable to collections, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and the Dodd-Frank Act
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and basic computer skills; 40+ WPM and use of 10-Key pad

Requirements

• Domestic Travel – Occasional
• International Travel – Never
• Performing sedentary work – Continuous
• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous
• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional
• Sitting – Continuous
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never
• Squatting – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Kneeling – Never
• Crawling – Never
• Climbing – Never
• Reaching overhead – Never
• Reaching forward – Occasional
• Pushing – Never
• Pulling – Never
• Twisting – Never
• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous
• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous
• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO)
• Banking benefits and discounts
• Career development and reward and recognition programs

Company Description

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States, and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support.