Loan Officer

Mortgage Loan Originator
Department: Mortgage Services
Reports To: Assistant Vice President Mortgage Services
FLSA: Exempt
Date last updated : 04/01/2024
Summary Responsible for the timely, courteous, and confidential processing, closing, underwriting, and shipping of all types of mortgage loans for members by performing the following duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Interviews mortgage loan applicants and analyzes the information received to recommend the correct product for the applicant.
Submit the mortgage loan application to an automated underwriting system for approval. Document the loan file with accurate information and comply with all underwriting requirements as stated on the automated underwriting decision sheet.
Prepares directions for the Loan processor pertaining to the information that will be required to perfect the mortgage loan sale to the secondary market.
Communicates to the applicant, real estate agent, etc. the status of the mortgage application.
Develops and promotes good public relations within the Real Estate community and with the member base of the Sioux Falls Federal Credit Union, etc.
Reviews the completed file to assure that all mortgage processing functions are completed before and after closing for proper documentation and salability of the loan to the secondary market. Perfects the loan documentation for purchases for any loans which are suspended.
Keeps updated and current on all mortgage products, procedures, and policies.
Makes recommendations of needs for review or changes of policies and procedures relating to the mortgage lending process to the AVP Mortgage Services.
Is knowledgeable about all products available at the Credit Union and actively cross sells products to qualified members.
Assists the Marketing Department in the promotion and development of mortgage related products.
Assists in the collection of payments for all in-house mortgages which the loan officer originates.
Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies : Credibility - Provides reliable and accurate information, offers fully researched recommendations, instills customer confidence, supports organizational values and policies, takes responsibility for own actions and mistakes. Job Knowledge/Job Fit - Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, Displays understanding of how job relates to others, Uses resources effectively. Conflict Resolution - Encourages open communications, confronts difficult situations, maintains objectivity, keeps emotions under control, uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts. Community Relations - Participates within the community, takes leadership role in external activities, presents favorable image of organization, uses community involvement to increase business. Achievement Focus - Sets and achieves clear and challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles, Measures self against standard of excellence, Recognizes and acts on opportunities, takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Self-Management - Regulates impact of own emotions upon others, remains focused and resilient under stress, accepts criticism, and recovers quickly from setbacks, Projects realistic self-confidence in abilities. Loan Portfolio Maintenance - Identifies qualified prospects, assesses credit risks, presents credit alternatives, keeps current with rules and regulations, maintains portfolio mix and Achieves loan results. Sales and Service (INSPIRE SALES and SERVICE) - Displays courtesy and sensitivity, manages difficult/emotional member situations, meets commitments, focuses on & responds promptly to member needs, solicits member feedback to improve service, explains financial concepts clearly, explains product features & benefits, recommends products to members, and overcomes objections.
Requirements
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: Four-year degree in business or a related field or Two-Three years related mortgage lending experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial data, general business information and periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, members, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages. Must have well-developed math and problem solving skills.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to research data and make accurate decisions.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing software. Should also have ability to type accurately and operate a 10-key adding machine and knowledge of automated underwriting software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Other Skills and Abilities: The employee should have a thorough understanding of all policies, regulations and procedures for regulatory and investor agencies as they pertain to the mortgage lending industry such as but not limited to knowledge pertaining to FHA, VA, Conventional and Rural Development guidelines and regulatory compliance.
Other Qualifications: The employee must have a high level of professionalism, good judgement and impartiality. They must display a courteous and helpful attitude toward members and co-workers and demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships. They must possess effective verbal and written communications skills and be able to work in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Description
$45,000-$70,000 Dep. on Exp + Sales Bonuses