Mortgage Loan Processor

Notre Dame Federal Credit Union; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame Federal Credit Union is seeking a Mortgage Loan Processor in South Bend, Indiana to support origination and processing of mortgage loans, ensuring borrower applications are processed promptly and accurately. The role requires strong knowledge of mortgage lending processes, applicable regulations, and attention to detail, with duties including document collection, verifications, and loan funding.

You will work onsite with a team focused on member service and compliance in a dynamic

Qualifications

• College degree preferred; strong financial background acceptable.
• Minimum 2 years' mortgage loan processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of mortgage lending regulations.
• Secondary market experience with Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac preferred.
• Eligible for NMLS registration.

Responsibilities

• Process mortgage loan applications and supporting documents promptly.
• Enter loan information into the mortgage system accurately.
• Assist members by explaining mortgage services and collecting required data.
• Order third-party verifications and services for reviews.
• Provide backup support for loan closing and post-closing tasks.
• Maintain high accuracy and low error rates in lending documentation.
• Prepare and review loan documents to extend credit.
• Ensure deadlines are met and comply with regulations.

Skills

Mortgage loan processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

College degree preferred

NMLS registration

Tools

Mortgage system software

Credit bureau tools

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To perform all duties as required meeting the financial needs of the membership of the Notre Dame Federal Credit Union as it applies to origination process including processing mortgage loans. As authorized, and in accordance with sound interviewing practices as set out in policy and procedures, ensures borrower's applications for credit or extension of credit secured by real estate property are processed in a prompt manner.

Brief Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To perform all duties as required meeting the financial needs of the membership of the Notre Dame Federal Credit Union as it applies to origination process including processing mortgage loans. As authorized, and in accordance with sound interviewing practices as set out in policy and procedures, ensures borrower's applications for credit or extension of credit secured by real estate property are processed in a prompt manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• PRIMARILY PERFORMS PROCESSING FUNCTIONS:
• Supports the mortgage loan originators by processing applications and all supporting documents in a timely and accurate manner.
• Inputs proper loan information into mortgage system for processing.
• Provides information to members about mortgage loan services and products and helps them gather information to properly make timely and complete application.
• Orders third party verifications/services necessary to review mortgage applications.
• SECONDARILY PROVIDES BACKUP FOR LOAN CLOSING/POST-CLOSING FUNCTIONS:
• Maintains high accuracy and low error rates on documentation related to lending activities.
• Prepares and reviews all loan documents necessary to extend mortgage credit to members.
• Reviews file documentation to ensure all items needed are requested, orders and coordinates loan documentation, and meets crucial deadlines.
• Performs loan funding and other post-closing activities in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Maintains a strong working knowledge of secondary market requirements as they apply to the origination and processing of real estate lending. Processes mortgage closing documents and, when necessary, performs the loan closing function.
• Maintains high accuracy and low error rates on documentation related to lending activities.
• Follows all Federal and State regulations applicable to the lending activities at Notre Dame Federal Credit Union.
• Becomes familiar with the operation of various other Credit Union departments.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No requirement.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

To perform this job successfully individuals must be accurate in the documentation, from application taking to closing documentation and following established policies, practices, and procedures for lending. In addition, such persons must be able to process loans in a timely manner and perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• College degree preferred, however, an extensive financial institution background may be substituted.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the processing of mortgage loans at a financial institution with additional experience in underwriting beneficial.
• Advanced understanding of mortgage lending processes including proper documentation and appropriate regulations necessary.
• Secondary market experience, either with Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, preferred.
• Qualified persons must be eligible for registration with the NMLS.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Qualified individuals must be able to read and interpret documents such as credit bureau reports, debt to income ratio reports, policy and procedure manuals. The ability to write routine reports and correspondence is required, along with the ability to speak effectively with borrowers and other partners of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

This position requires the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. In addition, this person must be