Mortgage Loan Officer

About the Role: In this role, you will originate residential mortgage loans through solicitation and developing relationships with real estate professionals, builders, and other business referral sources. You will maintain a quality network of business relationships that serve as recurring sources of referrals for new mortgage lending opportunities and growth for the bank that are primarily self-generated. Oversee the outside sales and origination of self-generated residential mortgages, regularly involved in activities related to originating/selling loans away from the office. Develop and execute a business development and marketing plan based on monthly and quarterly production standards, constantly improving performance and exceeding minimum monthly standards as set forth in the compensation schedule. Conduct interviews with prospective borrowers to analyze financial and credit data, determine customer financing objectives, advise customer on product/pricing policies and guidelines, and gather all additional required information to complete an error‑free disclosure to the customer. Ensure exceptional customer service by maintaining thorough knowledge of lending programs, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, demonstrating a commitment to professional ethics, and complying with all Federal and State compliance policies. Obtain all required documentation such as appraisals, title reports, financial information, and pull credit by taking complete applications, analyzing information, and ensuring accuracy with supporting documentation to allow a seamless disclosure, process, and approval on the loan file. Maintain overall responsibility for the loan file and documentation through processing, underwriting, closing, funding and post‑closing, following the transaction through to its conclusion. Convey to customers and other associates the advantages of the company and various financial products the company offers through other areas of the bank. Complete annual training requirements, including all BVS courses before due dates, and participate in any system or system‑related training throughout the year. Demonstrate compliance with all bank regulations that apply to the position and keep up to date on regulation changes. Maintain working knowledge of our policies and procedures regarding the Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security, and other regulations that apply to the position. May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as a subject matter expert. About You: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or equivalent, required. Less than 2 years of previous mortgage self‑generated origination/sales and structuring experience, required. Spanish speaking preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of the home lending industry, including processing, underwriting, closing, and funding loan. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Experience collecting and analyzing borrower income and negotiating skills. Demonstrated ability to develop new and sustainable referral sources and generate leads. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to organize and prioritize, manage, and perform multiple tasks. Detail‑oriented and able to meet strict deadlines. Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage internal and external customer relationships. Proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as Word and Excel. Must be registered as an MLO as per the S.A.F.E. Act requirements. This position requires you to act as a Bank MLO, which is defined as an individual authorized by the Bank to take mortgage loan applications, offer a mortgage, arrange a mortgage, assist a consumer in obtaining or applying to obtain a mortgage, negotiate a mortgage, otherwise obtain or make a mortgage for another person, represent to the public that such person can or will perform any of these activities, or refer a consumer to a loan originator. All MLOs will be required to register as an MLO complying with the SAFE Act requirements. This position is authorized to act as a Bank Closed‑End MLO, which is defined as any position designated to perform the activities of a Bank MLO for closed‑end transactions, and thus subject to specific Truth‑in‑Lending Act and RegulationZ Loan Originator requirements. This role consists of a salaried draw against commission. The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non‑discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process. Our Benefits: We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits. We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly. Our Commitment to Diversity: Columbia Bank is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: View email address on click.appcast.io (View email address on click.appcast.io). #J-18808-Ljbffr