JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Summary: Professional and administrative loan
origination work; implementation and coordination of approving or
denying credit/loans to members; the individual also solicits new
business covering various WCCU branch locations, and works with loan
processing, closing, and servicing mortgage staff. Principal Duties and
Responsibilities: Gathers background information on loan applicants by
interviewing loan applicants and obtaining credit bureau reports.
Assists members with the loan application process to ensure completeness
of information. Collects income, employment, assets, debt/liabilities,
credit, property information of applicants and co-applicants. Estimate
all monthly payments for any outstanding debts not listed on the
application and includes respective debts on the application. Calculates
debt-to-income and loan-to-value ratios on loan applicants. Determines
collateral needs and payment plans for members applying for loans.
Determines best loan product and loan options for applicants ensuring
loans meet the necessary underwriting guidelines for secondary market
loans and/or in-house mortgages. Reviews and denies or approves loan
applications up to authority limits. Explains reasons for denial and
explores options for members when loans are denied. Verifies the
accuracy of loan amounts and repayment terms on approved loan
applications. Completes loan documents and loan disclosures accurately
and timely, per lending laws and regulations. Recommend new loan
products and services in accordance with management direction.
Researches, analyzes and reports on all information impacting area of
expertise, including, but not limited to, interest rates, real estate
activity, title companies, attorneys, and appraisers. Work is reviewed
occasionally in progress and periodically for accuracy, timeliness and
results. Solicits new business sources and monitors and reports on
trends in areas of responsibility. Travels to different WCCU branch
locations daily and weekly to support and grow business; and assists
with Loan Officer coverage during vacations at various branches.
Frequently communicates with other personnel regarding underwriting and
pricing criteria and may make loan adjustments to meet those criteria.
Conducts loan closings with applicants reviewing final closing documents
and figures. Implements relevant aspects of strategic plans, budgets and
sets goals and assists in ensuring that budgeted goals and objectives
are achieved in areas under direct control. May occasionally meet with
and speak to community or private groups to answer their questions about
or to promote obtaining loans. Complies with applicable mortgage laws,
regulations, company guidelines, etc. Maintains a current knowledge of
accounting, compliance or other policies, procedures, guidelines and
current standards. Informs the supervisor of legal, auditing, compliance
or other problems as necessary. Cooperates with auditors or compliance
officers as necessary. Maintain an active NMLS number per SAFE Act
requirements with WCCU. Prepares required reports as necessary.
Maintains the confidentiality of all information processed. Adheres to
applicable general Credit Union policies and procedures. Explains Credit
Union services and charges to members. Demonstrates continuously a
helpful, friendly attitude. Looks for opportunities to sell and/or refer
Credit Union products and services to members and prospective members.
Maintains a neat and orderly work area and ensures that all negotiables
and confidential records are properly secured. Keeps abreast of changes
in real estate lending trends. Maintains orderly files on each account
with attention to complete and accurate detailing of all problems or
correspondence. Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry
out the responsibilities of this position. ** OTHER EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS: 2-3 years minimum mortgageloan origination
experience in a mortgage lending department. Knowledge of the real
estate loan policies, credit granting criteria, interest rates and how
they are computed, and required documentation for each @type of loan
needed. Knowledge of interviewing skills and techniques required.
Professional sales experience beneficial. Professional, well-developed
interpersonal skills essential for interviewing loan applicants and
projecting a positive image as a representative of the Credit Union.
Ability to maintain stable and courteous business relations with
realtors, appraisers, employees, etc. Ability to perform basic
mathematical calculations. Ability to work with a wide range of
personalities in a courteous, effective, and efficient manner. Knowledge
and ability to apply current financial service industry standards, laws,
and regulations. Ability to present ideas, report facts and other
information clearly and concisely. Proficient knowledge of the Microsoft
Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Proficient operation of a
variety of general office equipment such as a computer, software
applications, @typewriter, calculator, telephone, copy machine, fax
machine and other similar devices or programs related to the position.
** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/b9944418-e383-4000-853f-3d5b60a36394/Westby-Coop-Credit-Union