Mortgage Loan Originator

Job Description

Job Description

Do you thrive in a role where every day brings new connections, meaningful interactions, and the chance to help families achieve one of life's biggest milestones?

Community Partners Savings Bank is searching for a full-time Mortgage Loan Originator to join our team at First Pekin Savings Bank in Pekin, IL. If you're ready to combine your lending expertise with a passion for community involvement and business development, this could be the rewarding career opportunity you've been waiting for. Apply today and discover how far your career can go with Community Partners Savings Bank!

 

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

At Community Partners Savings Bank, we believe exceptional employees deserve exceptional support. That's why we offer a competitive salary of $40,000-$65,000, along with performance-based incentives that allow you to directly benefit from your success. You'll also enjoy excellent company-wide benefits, a stable Monday-Friday schedule, opportunities for professional development, and the ability to build meaningful relationships throughout the community.

If you're looking for a place where your hard work is recognized and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

 

WHO ARE WE?

Community Partners Savings Bank is more than a financial institution. We're a community-focused organization built on trust, service, excellence, and meaningful relationships. As a depositor-owned bank, we're deeply invested in the success of our employees, customers, and local communities. Our team members are empowered to make an impact, contribute ideas, and help shape the future of our organization.

We take pride in actively participating in local events, supporting community initiatives, and creating an environment where employees feel appreciated and supported. Our culture is collaborative, growth-minded, and relationship-driven. When you join Community Partners Savings Bank, you're joining a workplace that values integrity, celebrates success, encourages professional development, and believes that investing in employees is one of the best investments we can make.

 

WHAT ARE THE HOURS?

This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, providing a consistent schedule that supports both professional success and personal balance.

 

WHAT DOES YOUR DAY ENTAIL?

As our Mortgage Loan Originator, you'll spend your days building relationships, generating new mortgage opportunities, and helping customers move confidently toward homeownership. You'll develop and manage a pipeline of residential mortgage applications that may include purchase, refinance, construction, and portfolio loan products while partnering with realtors, builders, financial advisors, and community organizations to grow new business. From interviewing applicants and evaluating financial needs to collecting documentation, ensuring compliance, coordinating with loan operations teams, title companies, and real estate professionals, you'll play a key role in every stage of the lending process. Along the way, you'll monitor market conditions, stay current on industry regulations, answer customer questions, promote bank products and services, participate in community events, and deliver the exceptional service that Community Partners Savings Bank is known for.

 

IS THIS THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU?

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or related field OR 5+ years of experience in a financial institution, lending institution, title company, or similar environment
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a lending-related position
• Strong knowledge of mortgage products, underwriting guidelines, and documentation requirements
• Knowledge of applicable mortgage lending regulations and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated sales, relationship management, and business development abilities
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proficiency with mortgage loan origination systems (LOS) and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently
• Ability to complete assigned compliance and continuing education requirements
• Ability to maintain required NMLS registration

Candidates with 5+ years of experience in a financial institution and real estate lending experience are strongly preferred.

 

TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARD AN EXCITING CAREER

If you're ready to join a respected community bank where relationships matter, success is rewarded, and your expertise truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply today. Our initial application process is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly, allowing you to take the first step toward your next opportunity in just minutes.