Mortgage Loan Officer

AmeriCU Credit Union; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriCU Credit Union in Plattsburgh, NY is seeking a results-driven Mortgage Loan Officer to grow mortgage production through outside sales and community networking. You will help members find the right residential mortgage solutions—including conventional loans, FHA, VA, and other programs.

Key duties include conducting outside sales calls, building referral networks with realtors and local partners, attending real estate events, and maintaining consistent production.

Qualifications

• Mortgage loan origination
• Outside sales
• Financial advising
• Home lending
• Referral-based business development

Responsibilities

• Conduct outside sales calls to generate new mortgage leads.
• Build referral networks with realtors, builders, developers, financial advisors, and community partners.
• Attend real estate events, networking functions, and community activities to grow lead volume.
• Maintain consistent mortgage production to meet performance goals.
• Consult with members to identify appropriate home loan and refinance options.
• Provide knowledgeable support on rates, terms, and mortgage program eligibility.
• Deliver exceptional service throughout the mortgage process.
• Interview applicants and collect financial information to determine loan eligibility.
• Analyze credit reports, income, and financial history to assess creditworthiness.
• Enter accurate application data using mortgage origination software.
• Prepare and gather all required documentation prior to loan processing.

Skills

Outside sales

Mortgage loan origination

Financial advising

Home lending

Referral-based business development

Job description

Mortgage Loan Officer (External Mortgage Sales)
Plattsburgh, NY — $100,000+ First-Year Potential + Sign-On Bonus!
2026 On Track Earnings of over $100,000 for the year!
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Mortgage Lending / Financial Services
Experience Level: Mortgage sales experience preferred
The Opportunity - Mortgage Loan Officer:
AmeriCU is seeking a high-energy Mortgage Loan Officer to grow mortgage production through outside sales, community engagement, and strong relationship building. This role focuses on helping members find the right residential mortgage solutions—including conventional loans, FHA, VA, and other lending products.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in:
Mortgage loan origination
Outside sales
Financial advising
Home lending
Referral-based business development
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Networking

• Conduct outside sales calls to generate new mortgage leads.
• Build referral networks with realtors, builders, developers, financial advisors, and community partners.
• Attend real estate events, networking functions, and community activities to grow lead volume.
• Maintain consistent mortgage production to meet performance goals.

Member Consultation & Service

• Consult with members to identify appropriate home loan and refinance options.
• Provide knowledgeable support on rates, terms, and mortgage program eligibility.
• Deliver exceptional service throughout the mortgage process.

Mortgage Application & Credit Assessment

• Interview applicants and collect financial information to determine loan eligibility.
• Analyze credit reports, income, and financial history to assess creditworthiness.
• Enter accurate application data using mortgage origination software.
• Prepare and gather all required documentation prior to loan processing.

Who Are We?
AmeriCU is a not‑for‑profit credit union based in Rome, NY with assets in excess of $3.0 billion and serving more than 200,000 members across Central New York, the United States, and beyond. For over 75 years, we have been committed to our members, our employees, and our communities.
In 2026, AmeriCU was once again recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State and named by American Banker as one of the best credit unions in the United States to work for.
Grow Your Mortgage Career With AmeriCU
If you are a results-driven Mortgage Loan Officer, Home Loan Officer, or Loan Originator ready to take your career to the next level, we want to meet you. AmeriCU offers community trust, strong internal support, and an environment where your success is backed by a respected financial institution.
Get to know us more by clinking on the links below. See why YOU should choose AmeriCU!
https://www.americu.org/in-our-community/
https://www.americu.org/why-americu/