Community-Driven Mortgage Loan Officer

Fortera Credit Union; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortera Credit Union is hiring a Mortgage Loan Officer to grow homeownership across Clarksville, Nashville, and southern Kentucky. You will build your own client pipeline, collaborate with Realtors and builders, and guide members through the loan process from interview to closing.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of origination experience, a Business Associate degree or equivalent, and an MLO license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months with sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of mortgage loan origination experience required; 3–5 years preferred.
• Associate degree in Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• State Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months (sponsored by the Credit Union).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation with current insurance.
• Working knowledge of industry-standard mortgage products, documentation, processing, and underwriting guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal, public relations, and written/oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Professional appearance, demeanor, and attitude.
• Availability to work at any Credit Union location, including occasional extended hours, holidays, or Saturdays.
• Reliable, predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Generate new mortgage loan business and manage an existing client pipeline for the Credit Union.
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with Realtors, builders, and other referral partners.
• Conduct initial applicant interviews and structure loans, then guide each loan through processing as the member's point of contact for a seamless experience.
• Serve as the mortgage product resource for assigned branches, supporting staff with questions, applications, and referrals.
• Stay current on lending standards, legal requirements, and trends in the local real estate and lending market.
• Complete all required compliance training and follow applicable regulations, including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance.
• Represent the Credit Union at community and civic events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mortgage origination

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Professional appearance

Education

Associate degree in Business

Job description

Fortera Credit Union is hiring a Mortgage Loan Officer to grow homeownership across Clarksville, Nashville, and southern Kentucky. You will build your own client pipeline, collaborate with Realtors and builders, and guide members through the loan process from interview to closing.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of origination experience, a Business Associate degree or equivalent, and an MLO license or the ability to obtain one within 6 months with sponsorship.