Mortgage Loan Manager

Commonwealth Credit Union; Frankfort, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Credit Union in Frankfort, KY is seeking a Mortgage Loan Manager to lead the mortgage department, overseeing loan origination, processing, and compliance to deliver member-focused lending aligned with regulatory requirements.

You will set direction, mentor staff, review reporting, and collaborate with compliance and leadership to ensure high-quality service, efficiency, and growth for CCU members.

Qualifications

• NMLS registration required.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance and secondary market.
• Strong leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Ability to review and interpret loan reports and performance metrics.
• Experience coordinating with compliance and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the mortgage team to achieve departmental goals.
• Coach staff through feedback and development opportunities.
• Oversee loan origination, processing, and reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Collaborate with other departments and committees to align objectives.

Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Analytical

Education

High School or GED or better

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred or equivalent applicable experience

Job description

Our goal is to be an Employer of Choice, and it takes all of us to achieve this. That’s why all Commonwealth Credit Union Team Members are expected to live our Team 1 culture in all facets of their position. Our team is committed to ‘bettering lives through our passion to serve’ and this includes everyone - from our team members to the people in the communities we serve. We do this best when we appreciate each other for our differences, foster connections, and ensure an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and be successful.

The Mortgage Loan Manager leads the mortgage department, ensuring efficient, compliant, and member-focused lending operations. This role provides strategic direction, oversees loan origination and processing, and ensures alignment with regulatory requirements and internal policies. They develop and implement procedures to improve workflow and service quality, while mentoring staff and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The Mortgage Loan Manager also represents the department in internal committees and community initiatives, contributing to organizational visibility and engagement. Through strong leadership and industry expertise, they ensure departmental goals are met and exceptional value is delivered to members.

The duties and responsibilities of a Mortgage Loan Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Leading with integrity and clarity, setting expectations and motivating the mortgage team to perform at a high level.
• Supporting staff development through coaching and feedback, while fostering a collaborative, member-focused culture.
• Demonstrating sound judgement, accountability, and attention to detail in identifying and resolving issues, overseeing loan reporting, and analyzing departmental performance.
• Reviewing monthly loan reports for accuracy, timeliness, alignment with organizational goals, and compliance standards.
• Interpreting data, member needs, operational impacts, trends, risks, and opportunities to make informed, timely decisions that support compliance, efficiency, member satisfaction, loan performance, and growth.
• Anticipating potential challenges, developing practical solutions, and communicating key takeaways to leadership and relevant departments to ensure transparency and alignment across the organization.
• Effectively conveying goals, expectations, and feedback to the mortgage team, ensuring alignment and understanding.
• Promoting a culture of accountability and integrity by reinforcing policy adherence across the mortgage lending team.
• Collaborating with compliance and leadership teams to ensure transparency and mitigate risk.
• Enhancing expertise by actively pursuing development opportunities, including but not limited to, attending conferences, acquiring certifications, completing learning courses internally and through other relevant platforms, or engaging in both internal and external leadership programs.

Skills

Preferred

Problem Solving

Advanced

Leadership

Advanced

Communication

Advanced

Advanced

Coaching

Advanced

Advanced

Analytical

Advanced

Education

Required

High School or GED or better.

Experience

Required

NMLS registration

Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance and secondary market

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred or equivalent applicable experience

3 years:

Three years of leadership experience preferred

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