Government Underwriter
$42 - $54 per hourFull-time
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Role Description
The Government Underwriter is responsible for analyzing, evaluating, and approving FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional mortgage loan applications while ensuring compliance with agency, investor, and company guidelines.
- Analyze FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional mortgage loan applications to determine creditworthiness and eligibility.
- Review loan-to-value (LTV), debt-to-income (DTI), credit reports, income documentation, assets, employment history, and supporting documentation.
- Calculate borrower income and evaluate repayment capacity.
- Review DU, LPA, and agency underwriting findings.
- Structure loans that meet agency, investor, and company guidelines.
- Identify potential credit risks and make sound underwriting decisions.
- Issue loan approvals, suspensions, and denials with clear underwriting conditions.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5+ years of Government Mortgage Underwriting experience.
- Strong knowledge of FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional underwriting guidelines.
- Excellent analytical and credit risk assessment skills.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for mentoring others and growing into a leadership role.
- Positive attitude with a collaborative, team-first mindset.
Requirements
- DE (Direct Endorsement) Certification preferred.
- VA SAR/LAPP authority preferred.
- Experience underwriting FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional loans.
- Experience using Encompass Loan Origination System.
- Prior experience mentoring or training teammates.
- Experience working in a high-volume production underwriting environment.
- Knowledge of investor overlays and Quality Control processes.
- Leadership experience or demonstrated leadership potential strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay- $42.00-$54.00/hr
- Performance-based incentive opportunities
- Leadership development and internal promotion opportunities
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Program with company match
- Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
- Professional Development & Continuing Education
- Career Growth within Mortgage Operations and Underwriting Leadership
- Collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team environment
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