Description Role:
Initiate mortgage loans by effectively networking in the community and increasing the credit union's share of the mortgage market.
Major Duties And Responsibilities Seeks out and processes mortgage loans.
Establish and maintain professional business relationships with members, realtors, and building professionals.
Spend at least half of time outside office actively pursuing sales leads.
Make sales calls to potential and existing members to retain current business and develop new mortgage loans.
Conduct initial pre-qualification interviews and process preliminary documentation.
Prepares loan application packages and advises members on the best mortgage products available for their situation.
Perform follow-up on all files to expedite approval, informing members of necessary documentation and information needed.
Other Duties Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control
Exhibit Blaze's Core Value's: Better Lives, Thoughtfully Compassionate, Minnesota's Best, and Give Back
Regular and predictable attendance
Perform other duties as assigned to support effective department operation.
Requirements:
Experience/Education/Certifications/Licenses Minimum high School degree or equivalent.
Minimum 2-3 years similar or related financial experience.
Required to obtain or posses a Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) qualifier (i.e. registration number)
Demonstrated Knowledge Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Computer skills including Microsoft products.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
Knowledge of encompass a plus.
Previous sales experience a plus.
Communication Skills Ability to proactively respond to members/employees to problem solve based on guidelines; written communications are based on templates but can be modified.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit and stand; answer calls; operate computer; interact with internal employees and members on the phone; travel to designated offices; lift up to 20 lbs.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere, and we encourage diverse applicant depth and breadth. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is: $41,600 base (paid hourly) + monthly incentive plan for additional earning potential. This range reflects the base salary for this position.
We have other benefits associated with this position which include low-cost medical (as low as $20 a paycheck), dental insurance, vision insurance, quarterly bonuses, generous vacation and sick time hours, paid leave options, up to 6% 401k contribution, and tuition reimbursement.
We have other benefits associated with this position which include low-cost medical (as low as $20 a paycheck), dental insurance, vision insurance, quarterly bonuses, generous vacation and sick time hours, paid leave options, up to 6% 401k contribution, and tuition reimbursement.
