External Mortgage Loan Officer in Yakima, Washington at Seattle Credit Union

Why Join Us?

Seattle Credit Union is proud to be an employer committed to the growth and prosperity of its employees, members, and the community. We work in a culture where voices are amplified to drive meaningful change and generate non-stop impact. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, such as employee-paid medical benefits, 401k matching, and generous time off, such as for volunteering and even to celebrate your birthday! We provide opportunities for employees to learn and grow while fostering an inclusive work culture, and we have a tremendously diverse workforce that drives our ability to innovate and maintain excellence.

Seattle Credit Union is dedicated to helping our members achieve financial prosperity by providing education and banking services that meet their personal goals. We are Inclusive, Inventive and Invested. We are Seattle Credit Union - we build strong and trusting relationships in service of our Mission. Seattle Credit Union is proud to be intentional in recruiting, hiring, and promoting a workplace that is inclusive.

JOB TITLE: External Mortgage Loan Officer

Functional Area:    Lending

Department:  Mortgage Lending

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for a Mortgage Loan Officer who is driven to have a positive impact on the employee and member experience. You are a strategic thinker with a bias for action. You have a relentless pursuit of excellence while bringing others along. You do not settle for mediocrity and are comfortable with challenging the status quo. If you’re always looking for more efficient and innovative ways of working, are thoughtful, intentional, and collaborative, we would love to talk to you!

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Seattle Credit Union, we believe great work starts with great people. As a mission-driven organization, we are committed to fostering leadership at every level and live our values of being inclusive, invested, and inventive while building strong relationships across our teams and the communities we serve. By welcoming every voice, encouraging creative thinking, problem-solving, and supporting continuous growth and collaboration, we empower our employees to thrive while helping make prosperity a reality for our members and the communities we serve.

The Mortgage Loan Officer will contribute to the team through their responsibility for originating quality residential mortgage loans under a variety of programs by establishing a solid referral base.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Responsible for producing high quality loans which meet investor guidelines and Seattle CU’s lending policy, while providing excellent member service. Responsible for meeting minimum sales production goals set by Sr. Management. Establishes and maintains a network of internal and external referral sources, to include individual and organizations likely to produce mortgage referrals such as Real Estate Brokers, Attorneys, Accountants, Builders, Financial Planners , and other business professionals. Promotes Seattle CU’s residential loan products by maintaining regular contact with referral sources to generate new mortgage business. Originates mortgage loans, pre-qualifies borrowers, counsel prospective buyers to resolve needs and match with appropriate Seattle CU programs. Plan, coordinate and participate in activities which promote homeownership, including homebuyer seminars, home shows, broker’s meetings and other home financing workshops. Maintains community involvement by serving on boards of organizations in relevant Credit Union approved areas to positively represent the Seattle CU in the local community. Ensures quality and timeliness of mortgage application documentation. Follows up with applicants for information as needed. Maintains extensive knowledge of Seattle CU’s mortgage and other company products and services; maintains general knowledge of the mortgage industry, including maintaining in-depth knowledge of state and federal mortgage laws and regulations. Responsible for complying with SAFE Act legislation, which requires annual registration renewal as a Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) Completes Product/Service Knowledge Assessment within 90 days of employment with a score of at least 80%. (Note: This assessment may be taken as many times as needed to achieve this score) Responsible for compliance and generating accurate loan disclosures in a timely manner including RESPA, Reg Z, HMDA and Reg B. Effective pipeline management. Works with processor to effectively manage expected closing dates, provides timely and accurate information to borrowers and real estate brokers to minimize customer service issues and provide overall quality customer service. Demonstrates commitment to SCU Values. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Basic Qualifications:

At least three years of residential lending sales experience which includes consistently meeting established sales / production goals. Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal/written) skills and the ability to work in a diverse community. Proficiency in standardized software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Basic ability to analyze personal and business financial documents Knowledgeable in regulatory, policy and compliance issues pertaining to the mortgage industry. Thorough knowledge of all mortgage products and programs. Good analytical skills necessary to evaluate credit requests and determine trends in a given market place. Possesses excellent organizational and time management skills. Associates Degree Ability to work independently and prioritize workload. Ability to handle stress in a high volume and fast paced environment Ability to communicate with tact, discretion, and courtesy within and outside the organization. Professional appearance and demeanor. Ability to perform basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, debt ratios).

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree preferred Required experience includes producing work that meets sales goals and meets all compliance requirements (RESPA, Reg Z, HMDA, Reg B) Solid knowledge and experience originating mortgage loans for FHLMC/FNMA, FHA and VA is preferred. Knowledge of the Secondary Market

Working Conditions:

This is a hybrid role with work performed remotely as well as in an office and/or branch environment in Central Washington. Team members may attend special off-hour meetings and seminars. The nature of work may include prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Compensation is $50,000/year PLUS Commission

Essential Duties: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders. Build and maintain positive working relationships across teams and departments. Collaborate with teammates to meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes. Respond to questions, issues, or requests with empathy and sound judgment. Support team initiatives, projects, or process improvements as assigned.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At-Will Employment Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that celebrates our collective differences and encourages all to apply, including those with different backgrounds, disability, ages, ethnicities, races, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations, national origins, or veteran status’ protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Benefits: Seattle Credit Union supports and invests in our employees. We offer many great benefits, including low-cost medical contributions and zero contributions for dental and vision plans. Additionally, SCU offers a generous paid time off program and a 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 5%.