Loan underwriter [h1.location_city]

Job Title

What You'll Do :

Mortgage / Customer Relations

Track all outstanding items with mortgage application or file and follow up with borrowers to ensure timely receipt of necessary documentation

Maintain effective communication with applicants, third parties and internal staff on loan status, follow up and / or documentation requests, loan completion and funding of loans

Assist in the facilitation of closing loans with mortgage closers

Work with mortgage loan processors on loan applications in accordance with policies and procedures

Monitor workflow to assure timely processing of loans

Actively cross-sell Credit Union products and services

Administrative

Upload loan files into loan origination system

Assist mortgage loan officer and processors with other related or administrative tasks

Compile and complete reports as assigned

Other

Assist and support management by performing other duties as assigned

What You'll Need :

High School Diploma (or equivalent); Bachelor's degree preferred.

2 to 3 years combination of experience and education in customer service; prefer 1 to 2 years in loan processing or loan operations in a financial institution or credit union.

Working knowledge of mortgage loans and Federal regulations preferred.

Strong commitment to our mission creating economic opportunity for traditionally underserved communities.

Preference for working in organizations that place priority on teamwork and collaboration

Ability and willingness to work beyond normal work hours, as needed.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and initiative.

Knowledge and understanding of related legal and regulatory standards and required loan documentation.

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Mathematical skills including calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, areas, circumference and volume, and ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Ability to effectively plan and prioritize work.

Ability to form and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel.

Bilingual fluency preferred (English / Spanish).

Ability to demonstrate Self-Help's Core Values :

Mission Before Self

Service With Excellence

Embracing & Promoting Change

Results Not Credit

Diversity as a Strength

Financial Sustainability for Mission Impact

Self-Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Self-Help is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, class or family status.