Repossession & Collections Coordinator
About this role
DriveWhip is a mobility provider in the Washington, DC area, with offices in multiple cities, that Leases/Rents vehicles to Uber, Lyft and other On-Demand or Rideshare drivers. As a ground floor member of an exciting new company all associates will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities. An appreciation for the pros and cons of start up culture is a must.
Our goal is to deliver superior customer service, respect, expertise and responsiveness to our customers. As stewards of our company, you will be responsible for awarding every customer with a positive rental experience.
Position Summary: DriveWhip is looking for a relentless, resourceful, and results-driven Repossession & Collections Coordinator to keep our rentals on track and protect our assets. This job is for someone who thrives on tracking down hard-to-reach renters, resolving payment issues quickly, and coordinating vehicle recovery when needed. If you’ve worked in repossession or collections, you’ll feel right at home here.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to the following):
• Own the late rental pipeline — quickly identify overdue accounts, reach out to renters via phone, SMS, and other means, and secure payment extensions or arrange immediate returns. • Investigate and locate hard-to-reach drivers, using creative tactics when necessary. • Coordinate with on-site staff and tow providers for repossessions as a last resort, ensuring safe and timely retrieval of vehicles. • Keep track of the whereabouts of late vehicles and disable/re-enable access to vehicles as necessary. • Keep meticulous records of all communications, payment arrangements, and recovery actions in our system. • Act as the first line of defense in preventing vehicle abandonment or loss. • Report risk trends and unresolved cases to management with recommended next steps.
Qualifications Required:
• Proven experience in repossession, collections, skip tracing, or asset recovery. • Confident, assertive communicator with excellent negotiation skills. • Comfortable handling high-stress situations and making quick, sound decisions. • Organized and persistent, with a track record of closing tough cases. • Familiarity with repossession procedures, vehicle tracking systems, and CRM tools is a plus.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills and Abilities:
• 2+ years in repossession, collections, skip tracing, asset recovery, or a similar high-contact, high-accountability role. • Proven history of successfully recovering assets or resolving delinquent accounts. • Hands-on experience working with GPS vehicle tracking systems, license plate recognition tools, or recovery management platforms. • Track record of navigating difficult conversations and securing payment or asset return from unresponsive or evasive customers. • Familiarity with state-specific repossession laws, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.