Walter C. Adams, Jr.

Experience

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  XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA

  Jun 1998 - Jun 2000

  Student Afffairs-Judicial Services Coordinator

   Presided over Weekly Judicial Board, managing a student peer group of 12 individuals. Worked as a liason with the Director of Housing related to all facets of student behavior and adherence to theStudent Handbook Policy. Served as Administrator for the judicial case load required to issue opinions regarding disciplinary actionsinvolving moral conduct, curfew violations, dormitory fire hazards, off-campus negative behavior and alcoholproblems. Managed the offender notification process to ensure that all infractions were identified and addressed. Interfaced consistently with 7 dormitory supervisors to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.EDUCATION Show less

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  DILLARD UNIVERSITY

  Jun 2000 - Sept 2003

  Student Affairs-Residential Manager

   Provided first year and on campus students with programming to better adjust to campus life. Programming provided to a student base of 250 students. Coordinated the residential placement of 1000 students living in campus dormitories. Worked closely with the Director of Residence Life overseeing the operation of 6 residence halls. Jointly responsible with the Academic Advisors to monitor on campus students where academic performance and behavioral issues had been identified.

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  BEACON LIGHT CHURCH(impacted by Hurricane Katrina)

  Sept 2003 - Aug 2005

  1st Assistant Pastor

   Actively participated in annual budgeting of $500M for the ministerial operations of this 1500 member church. Primary Overseer of the Ministerial Alliance and ArmourBearer Ministries which included the directmanagement of staff members. Counseled and advised a multicultural body of church members within the ministry. Assisted in the development, coordination and evaluation of all ministerial teams Delivered teachings before the entire congregation as well as through invited engagements. Show less

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  BOURGEOIS & ASSOCIATES(impacted by hurricane Katrina)

  Feb 2005 - Aug 2005

  Loan Officer

   Collected appropriate documentation from each borrower and delivered loan package in the time frames set by Management. Analyzed and pre-qualified borrower’s information to determine viability of the borrower's desired loan program. Pulled and analyzed credit and validated information for accuracy with the borrower's statements. Ensured that inaccuracies were addressed. Determined the suitability of loan options for the borrower based upon the borrower's present situation, future plans and preferred loan product. Effectively explained and communicated the terms of each product and ensured all necessary documents were signed by the borrower. Provided the loan package to the loan processor for review, stacking and pre-submission audit. Worked with the loan processor to provide any letters of explanation and/or additional documentation as necessary and required by underwriting to clear all conditions and close each loan. Managed pipeline for all originated loans through closing and completed required management reports. Developed referral contacts which included realtors, builders, professional and personal contacts. Show less

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  CITI-FINANCIAL

  Mar 2009 - Nov 2011

  Loss Mitigation Specialist 3

   Engaged with homeowners to review multiple strategies for fulfilling loan repayments based on the loan debt and/or delinquency. Offered options within corporate guidelines and requirements. Lessened the homeowner’s risk of foreclosure by extending loan modifications (Home Affordable Modification (HAM) and Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) programs), forbearance repayment plans, extensions and short sales. Contacted delinquent homeowners to collect past due balances and obtained updated financial information used in determining delinquency workout plans. Responsible for a homeowner base between 150 to 200 homeowners with outstanding balances totaling in excess $20MM. Performed collection activities and adjusted delinquent accounts by corresponding with homeowners by telephone and written communication. Liaised with attorneys to cancel pending foreclosure sale dates using DRI and Vendorscape. Performed all operations while fully complying with all internal policies and procedures, laws and regulations. Show less

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  CORELOGIC-Bank Of America

  May 2012 - Jul 2013

  Loss Mitigation Underwriter

   Analyzed borrower documentation to determine eligibility through various methods including income calculation and debt ratios and ensured compliance with client and investor guidelines. Analyzed Credit Bureau Report to support analysis of underwriting components ensuring that appropriate figures are recorded in the client’s proprietary systems including those classified as systems of record. Proactively engaged with borrowers to facilitate and continue the underwriting process with minimal delays. Interacted with investors to verify adherence to specific guidelines as needed. Reviewed final offers to determine final qualification prior to closing. Monitored adherence to established timelines and escalates delays as required. Consistently achieved test and quality results which exceed Management’s expectations and demonstrates commitment to adherence to enhanced requirements, policies and procedures, laws and regulations. Show less

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  Men's Wearhouse

  Nov 2014 - Jan 2016

  Assistant Manager

  Performed the duties of the Store Manager including having the oversight of store merchandising and inventory. While being responsible of employee training in all aspects of product selling and tuxedo rentals. Another major job function is to implement sale strategies that will lead to meeting and surpassing all the sale goals set for the store by the corporate office and making sure all previous work day profits are directly deposited daily in the bank.

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  Loving Hearts Mental Healthcare/Positive Directions Counseling Inc

  Feb 2015 - Jul 2018

  Mental Health Specialist

  ● Provide mental intervention according to outlined treatment plan for clients● Coordinate services for clients that will meet the need while implanting positive reinforcement to change negative behaviors

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  State Farm

  Jul 2018 - Feb 2021

  Claims Adjuster

  ● Customer Care● Process property damage and auto claims for policyholders

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  Liberty Mutual Insurance

  Feb 2021 - now

  Catastrophe Adjuster