About Upstart
At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day, we bring creativity, experimentation, and advanced AI to reshape access to credit, helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence.
As the leading AI lending marketplace, we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 1,800 signals, powering smarter, fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea, every voice, and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress.
We’re proudly digital-first, giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive, alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites, planning sessions, and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus, Austin, the Bay Area, or New York City (opening Summer 2026), you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you.
If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems, excited to innovate with purpose, and motivated by work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
The Team:
Upstart’s Workforce Management team is responsible for driving operational efficiency and ensuring the right staffing is in place to meet borrower and collections service demands. The team partners closely with Operations, Analytics, Telephony and Vendor Management to forecast volume, plan capacity, and optimize scheduling across internal and external sites.Through data-driven insights, proactive planning, and real-time execution, WFM plays a key role in balancing service level performance, cost efficiency, and employee experience, ensuring Upstart delivers exceptional support to every customer interaction.
As the Workforce Management Dialer Analyst at Upstart, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the collections blended dialer to ensure outbound strategies align with inbound servicing goals. You’ll monitor daily pacing, penetration, and connect rates to drive performance across internal teams and vendor partners.This role plays a critical part in improving operational efficiency, forecast accuracy, and customer contact success, directly influencing the effectiveness of Upstart’s Collections operations.
How you’ll make an impact
- Manage and monitor the Collections blended dialer to optimize pacing, penetration, and connect rates across internal and vendor teams.
- Partner with WFM, Operations, and Vendor Management to ensure outbound strategies align with servicing goals and staffing capacity.
- Analyze dialer data and performance trends to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend actionable adjustments.
- Provide real-time oversight of agent allocation between inbound and outbound queues to maintain service-level balance and productivity.
- Support forecasting accuracy by integrating dialer insights into capacity planning and staffing models.
- Deliver clear reporting and performance updates to leadership, highlighting key results, risks, and operational recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in Workforce Management, Dialer Operations, or Contact Center Analytics, preferably in a blended inbound/outbound environment.
- Proven ability to manage and optimize dialer systems (e.g., LIVEVOX, Genesys, or similar platforms) to improve pacing, penetration, and connect performance.
- Strong analytical and technical skills with proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and dashboarding tools (MODE, Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
- Experience interpreting call center metrics such as service level, occupancy, shrinkage, and abandonment rate, and using them to drive actionable recommendations.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally across WFM, Operations, and Vendor Management teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field; equivalent work experience in Workforce Management or Dialer Operations may also be considered.
- Experience developing and executing dialer strategies that improve contact rates, right-party connects, and campaign performance within a blended dialer environment.
- Proven ability to analyze dialer data to adjust pacing, penetration, and list management strategies in real time for maximum efficiency.
- Familiarity with vendor performance management and multi-site coordination to ensure consistent coverage, adherence, and outbound campaign alignment.
- Advanced analytical or technical skills, including experience with SQL, MODE, or BI tools to automate reporting, visualize performance, and identify optimization opportunities.
- Demonstrated success in forecasting and workforce planning with an understanding of how dialer strategies influence staffing models and overall service levels.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in forecasting, vendor communications, and dialer setup validation, ensuring smooth execution of dialing campaigns.
Position location This role is available in the following locations: Remote
Time zone requirements The team operates on the East coast time zones.
Travel requirements As a digital first company, the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely. The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S but are encouraged to to still spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular onsites. The in-person sessions’ cadence varies depending on the team and role; most teams meet once or twice per quarter for 2-4 consecutive days at a time.
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This is a Non-Exempt position. Employees in this position are paid an hourly pay rate, on a bi-weekly basis, and are eligible to receive overtime pay for any hours worked over 40 in a work week, or over 8 in a work day if required by state law.
At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated annualized base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k).
What you'll love
At Upstart, our benefits are designed to support your health, financial well-being, family, and personal growth. Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
- Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
- Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
- Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
- Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
- Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
- Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
- Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
- Connection and community through team events and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).
Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Just as we are dedicated to improving access to affordable credit for all, we are committed to inclusive and fair hiring practices.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected]
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