Mortgage Loan Originator

Us Bank; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday opportunities

Adoption assistance

Disability benefits

Job summary

U.S. Bank is seeking a Mortgage Loan Originator to originate loans in an assigned territory, taking applications and conducting preliminary underwriting reviews.

The role involves submitting applications to processing and underwriting for approval, and following up to secure required documents for processing, underwriting, and closing. The position emphasizes time on the road, with at least 2 hours of driving per week, and allows remote work with in-person requirements for near locations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years of mortgage, sales, or real estate experience.
• Requires NMLS registration under the S.A.F.E. Act and Regulation Z and ongoing compliance with all legal or regulatory requirements.
• 2+ hours of driving per week.
• 2 years of mortgage loan origination experience with proven results.
• Remote posting; candidates near locations must work on site at least three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Originate mortgage loans in an assigned Non Bank territory.
• Take applications and conduct preliminary underwriting reviews.
• Submit loan applications to processing and underwriting for approval.
• Follow up to secure documents required for processing, underwriting, and closing.

Skills

Mortgage loan origination

Sales mindset

Customer communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

Originates mortgage loans in an assigned Non Bank territory. Takes applications, conducts preliminary underwriting reviews, submits loan applications to processing and underwriting for approval. Follows-up to ensure that documents required for processing, underwriting, and closing are secured in a timely manner from appropriate sources. Incumbents are customarily and regularly engaged in making and soliciting loan sales and conducting sales-related activities away from U.S. Bank locations. Incumbents are expected to spend at least 50% of their time conducting their activities away from U.S. Bank locations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three or more years of experience in mortgage, sales, or real estate
• Requires National Mortgage Licensing Service (NMLS) registration under the terms of the S.A.F.E. Act of 2008 and Regulation Z and ongoing compliance with all legal or regulatory registration requirements, including, but not limited to maintaining a satisfactory criminal and credit record
• This position also requires 2 or more hours of driving per week
• 2 years of mortgage loan origination experience with proven results
• This role is posted as remote; however, candidates who are located near any one of our locations would be required to work on site at least three days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-starter
• Thorough knowledge of pricing and underwriting requirements of various mortgage insurance companies
• Working knowledge of underwriting requirements for FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, local bonding programs, and private investors, as gained through on the job training or some real estate brokerage experience
• Familiar with local, state and national laws (e.g. zoning ordinances, Truth-in Lending, RESPA, energy audit requirements, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, and ability to analyze financial information
• Sales oriented
• Incumbent must be able to meet the applicable requirement of performing their duties outside of their regular place of business
• Established referral base within assigned market

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $20.00 - $20.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.