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State Employees' Credit Union

Provides consumer financial services and planning

Associate Mortgage Loan Specialist

Retail & Commercial BankingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBarco, NC, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • Attend Excel and Elevate – New Employee Training (E&E).
  • Complete the Real Estate Lending Program within 6 months, including the 10 Core Modules and the additional required modules listed in the posting.
  • Previous SECU and/or lending experience is preferred.
  • Completion of all requirements of the Associate MSO position is preferred; at a minimum, learn notaries, safe deposit box entrance, opening and closing the branch, front desk duties, dual-control assistance as needed, and approving wires and cashier’s checks.
  • Possess integrity and objectivity.
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including with SECU personnel, VPs, SVPs, attorneys, members, appraisers, and realtors.
  • Possess networking and relationship-development skills.
  • Meet compliance and regulatory standards and make lending decisions consistent with SECU loan policies.
  • Be registered, or eligible to be registered, as an active MLO with the NMLS.
  • Be organized and meticulous.
  • Engage in ongoing training and professional development; complete required quarterly and other assigned training.
  • Have basic computer skills and the ability to learn more complex software for application processing and loan servicing.
  • Receive a VP/SVP recommendation for advancement to this level.
  • Speak and write English fluently.
  • Understand and be dedicated to the Credit Union philosophy and work ethic; adhere to established work-schedule and attendance policies.
  • Complete the Credit Union’s Core Module Program within 12 months of hire as a condition of employment.
  • Meet the physical demands of the job, including sitting, using a computer keyboard and telephone, answering and operating a telephone, and lifting up to 10–15 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Receive and assist with completion of real estate loan applications, serving as applicants’ primary point of contact during origination.
  • Assess and underwrite loan applications, recommend decisions based on creditworthiness, repayment ability, collateral valuation, and organizational risk, and communicate approval or denial decisions to members.
  • Evaluate and verify income documentation, including personal and business tax returns, to inform approval or denial decisions.
  • Counsel prospective home buyers and existing homeowners; take complete and accurate real estate loan applications and obtain required documentation to facilitate initial approval, with assistance when needed.
  • Seek guidance for complex lending situations and approval authority from an MLS or above.
  • Stay updated on market trends, interest rates, and changes in lending policies and regulations to provide accurate and timely information.
  • Assist members with servicing existing mortgage and home equity loans.
  • Follow up with prequalified applicants and other leads in a timely and effective manner.
  • Price and disclose loan applications by determining interest rates and fees based on factors including borrower creditworthiness, loan amount, term, and market conditions.
  • After successful completion of the Consumer Lending Program courses and exam, and demonstrated proficiency, obtain initial Tier 1 lending limits with SVP recommendation.
  • Coordinate member engagement with the Real Estate Lending Processing Center within Loan Administration.
  • Maintain knowledge of real estate lending products, policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
  • Educate members about available services and refer them to other Credit Union products and services based on their needs.
  • Maintain well-documented, easy-to-review loan application history notes in the Loan Origination System.
  • Assist the Lending Contact Center with mortgage lending calls when needed.
  • Support branch employees with real estate needs and provide information that enables them to refer potential applicants for mortgage lending opportunities.
  • Use contact and follow-up reports to cultivate member engagement throughout the home-buying process and promote SECU as the lender of choice.
  • Support community engagement as needed by meeting with realtors and other third parties and attending community events to build and maintain mortgage loan volume.
  • Perform consumer unsecured lending as assigned.
  • Answer phones and perform clerical duties as needed.
  • Complete additional tasks assigned by management.
  • Participate in additional training and continuing education to enhance mortgage-origination knowledge.
  • Perform duties in an office setting in proximity to employees and members, with some background noise from employees, copy machines, and telephones; undertake local travel as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree, CCUE Certification, or an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree through the North Carolina Community College Transfer Program is preferred.
  • Previous SECU and/or lending experience is preferred.
  • Completion of all requirements of the Associate MSO position is preferred.

About the Company

State Employees' Credit Union

Provides consumer financial services and planning

State Employees' Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by its members, serving North Carolina state employees and their families with consumer financial services and financial advisory offerings. Its products include checking, savings, loans, mortgages, credit, and payments, plus retirement and education planning, tax preparation, insurance, trust and estate planning, and investments through partners, accessible through 273 branch offices, 1,100+ ATMs, 24/7 member services by phone, a website, and a mobile app. It differentiates itself by being member-owned rather than shareholder-owned and by combining a broad set of financial products with extensive planning services through partnerships, supported by a wide geographic footprint. Its goal is to help its more than 2.6 million members obtain affordable, accessible financial services and trusted guidance to meet both short- and long-term financial goals.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Raleigh, NC
Founded
1937

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