First Federal Bank of Louisiana is currently seeking a Loan Closer - Consumer in the Loan Processing and Closing Department. The position is located at the Main Office in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

About Us

First Federal Bank of Louisiana is a full-service, locally owned, community bank that has helped build the communities we serve for 70 years. With 16 branches serving 11 communities in Louisiana, we are proud to offer our customers a wide variety of products and services to meet all of their financial needs. We offer Personal and Business Checking Accounts, Savings and CDs, multiple Retirement options, Home Equity Lines of Credit, as well as Mortgages and Consumer Loans. Our established Investment and Insurance divisions also offer a full line of products. Over the years, First Federal Bank has established a reputation for fast, professional service. We believe our customers expect and deserve nothing less.

Position Summary

Gathers required documentation from point of approval to closing by communicating and working with lenders. Prepares and reviews legal documents for closing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Processes all originated new and renewal non-real estate consumer from time of approval

Assists Loan Review with review of appropriate documentation prior to loan closing

Assembles and verifies accuracy and completeness of consumer loan documentation

Answers telephone and written inquiries concerning consumer loan processing

Enters data into computer for loan documentation tracking

Prepares bills of sale, power of attorneys, and other documentation, as needed

Assists with preparation of corrections for DMV, UCC, and other consumer filings

Prepares legal documents for loan closings; coordinates closing appointment with lender

Reviews closing documents for content and accuracy

Reconciles the GL account for the consumer loans; transfers funds as appropriate

Scans, indexes, and verifies new consumer loan documentation

Prepares, reviews, and maintains reports, as needed

Compliance training is assigned to all Bank personnel based on their position with the Bank. Employees are required to complete all assigned training timely and in accordance with Bank policy.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED,

A minimum of one (1) year related experience and/or training

Some college or business school preferred, but not required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are a basic summary of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The full job description is attached as a pdf to this job posting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employment policy of First Federal Bank and its subsidiaries is to provide an equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, individuals with disabilities, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or activities in accordance with applicable laws.

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Loan Closer - Consumer