Mortgage Underwriter I

First Financial Bank; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

First Financial Bank in Worthington, OH is seeking a mortgage loan underwriter to evaluate loan documents and confirm borrower and property conditions meet investor standards.

You will ensure compliance with applicable laws and guidelines, and strive to meet productivity and quality targets while supporting customers.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of underwriting experience or 5+ years of processing experience.
• GED or high school diploma required.
• Familiar with investor standards and disclosure rules.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate mortgage loan documents for investor standards.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and disclosure requirements.
• Meet departmental productivity, quality, and turnaround goals.

Skills

Underwriting

Processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We do the right things, right now. We do them in a way that is relevant to our clients. Become a part of our history as it continues to be written!

Reviews and evaluates residential mortgage loans to ensure underwriting standards are met. Approves or rejects loans within established guidelines.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Reviews and evaluates information on mortgage loan documents to determine if buyer, property and loan conditions meet established investor standards for all conventional, private investor and portfolio loans.
• Ensures compliance with industry standards, state and federal laws and disclosure requirements.
• Meet all departmental goals for productivity, quality, and turnaround time.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed to Perform Essential Functions of the Job:

• 1-2 years of Underwriting Experience OR
• 5 + years of Processing Experience
• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

• Level of Complexity and Scope:
• Degree of Independence and Decision-Making:

Required Supervisory Responsibilities:

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lifts and carries up to 20 lbs.
• Frequently lifts and carries up to 10 lbs.
• Frequently sits, stands and walks.

Pay Range:

$25.00- $32.21/hour

Compliance Statement:

The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, as well as all other lending and deposit compliance requirements.

Benefits

We have relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates' holistic wellbeing. Please review our Benefits Guide.

Incentive Eligibility

All roles are incentive eligible with the exception of Co-Op, Intern, or Student positions.

It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are an E-Verify Employer.

At first financial bank, our mission is clear: to be the best bank to do business with, the best place to work, and the best financial partner for our shareholders and the communities we serve.

We believe that how we work is just as important as what we achieve. That's why we're guided by core values that shape everything we do: Doing the right thing Teamwork Mutual respect Wellbeing Excellence

Our success starts with our people. We know that when our associates are talented, engaged, and supported, they create outstanding results.

If you're looking to be part of a team that values integrity, inclusion, and collaboration-and where your growth matters-you'll find your future here.