Mortgage Loan Originator — Builder Communities Growth

DHI Mortgage; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Mortgage Loan Originator for its Financial Services Branch. The successful candidate will promote and develop new business, originate loans, and manage customer relationships.

Interview mortgage applicants to understand financing options, educate them on loan programs, and maintain reports and notes within origination software and CRM systems. Travel overnight and provide weekend coverage as needed to support builder communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university.
• 1–2 years of related experience and/or training.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Licensed Mortgage Loan Originator as required by state.
• General mortgage banking knowledge (lock procedures, program analysis, underwriting guidelines, regulatory timelines).
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Interview mortgage applicants to understand and educate them on financing options and recommend suitable loan programs.
• Be accessible to buyers and parties involved in a loan to answer questions and provide updates.
• Maintain reports and notes within origination software and customer relationship management systems.
• Review new leads daily and contact them to secure business.
• Manage the daily loan pipeline from application to funding to ensure a smooth process.
• Make presentations on loan products during sales meetings and with sales staff in builder communities.
• Respond quickly to operations to facilitate an efficient loan process.
• Provide necessary disclosures to loan applicants promptly and in accordance with regulations.
• Conduct business professionally and ethically to serve customers and enhance goodwill and profitability.
• Travel overnight as needed.
• Market the company’s products and services accurately and effectively to potential business sources.
• Develop sales leads for mortgages in builder communities and real‑estate offices.
• Provide weekend coverage in builder communities and during grand‑opening functions.
• Review borrower documentation for accuracy and address discrepancies.
• Comply with all company QC policies, review manual updates, and attend meetings as necessary.
• Provide input to management and attend production/staff meetings.
• Assist in resolving post‑closing/funding issues on an infrequent basis.
• Attend loan closings when possible.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university

Licensed Mortgage Loan Originator (state)

Tools

MS Office

Email software

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Mortgage Loan Originator for its Financial Services Branch. The successful candidate will promote and develop new business, originate loans, and manage customer relationships.

Interview mortgage applicants to understand financing options, educate them on loan programs, and maintain reports and notes within origination software and CRM systems. Travel overnight and provide weekend coverage as needed to support builder communities.