Remote Loan Processor

Golden 1 Talent Acquisition Team; California; Remote; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden 1 Credit Union is seeking a Direct Loan Processor I to join our Consumer Direct Lending Operations team. This role supports end-to-end processing of consumer loan applications in a fast-paced, compliant environment while delivering a positive member experience.

Based in California with remote work flexibility, you will apply lending policies, conduct income verifications, prepare loan documents, and collaborate across teams to ensure timely loan funding while maintaining accuracy and

Responsibilities

• Process consumer loan applications accurately and timely.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Verify income and supporting documents.
• Prepare loan documents and assist in funding.
• Collaborate across teams to resolve issues.
• Identify potential fraud or errors.
• Maintain excellent member service.

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Direct Loan Processor I
• Department: Consumer Direct Lending Operations
• Pay Range: $21.50 - $24.00 Hourly
• Location: Remote (Must Reside in California)

About Golden 1 Credit Union

Golden 1 Credit Union is among the top credit unions in the country. As a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative, Golden 1 is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” We are committed to empowering our members and uplifting our communities as we create a more equitable and financially inclusive California.

Key Responsibilities

• You support the end-to-end processing of consumer loan applications, ensuring work is completed accurately, timely, and in compliance while delivering a positive and consistent member experience. You take ownership of your work by partnering across teams, applying lending policies and procedures, and identifying and escalating risks or issues to support efficient processing and compliant loan fulfillment.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to credit union compliance including bank secrecy and anti-money laundering laws appropriate to the position.
• Manage a high volume of inbound and outbound loan-related calls effectively and simultaneously manage loan applications.
• Continuously develop yourself to solve problems and improve department performance.
• Analyze data, research, and collect documentation, and prepare loan documents with minimal errors.
• Collaborate with peers across different departments to carry out key steps in the loan application process.
• Audit various operational documents, including executed loan documents, and reports to ensure proper procedural compliance, accuracy, and authenticity.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Golden 1 lending policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Conduct supportive tasks including email correspondence, answering TEAM chat queries, conducting consumer loan fulfillment audits, providing assistance for escalated calls and branch emails.
• Identify and mitigate potential fraud, suspicious activity, and identity theft.
• Conduct member interviews, perform financial calculations and analysis on Proof of Income, and gather information to satisfy loan conditions in order to determine suitability for loan funding.
• Prepare loan documents and send them to members for signing and prepare approved loans for disbursement accordingly.
• Constantly develop critical thinking skills and enhance departmental performance.
• Monitor Outlook emails and TEAM chats efficiently, quickly collaborate in real-time, and respond promptly.
• Participate in video conferencing and online meetings while being comfortable in a virtual office culture.
• Provide effective oral and written communication skills to aid other employees and proactively follow up on member inquiries and concerns via Web Messaging or phone taking care to ensure proper grammar and a professional tone.
• Provide exceptional customer service to Golden 1 members, dealerships, and outside finance companies.

Benefits & Compensation

• Golden 1 Credit Union provides its employees a market‑competitive and internally equitable total rewards compensation package through a variety of programs.
• The Credit Union is committed a total rewards philosophy built on; a comprehensive compensation package, well‑being and work‑life balance, career development and growth, rewards and recognition, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Compliance & Background Screening

Please note that, as an NCUA‑insured financial institution, all selected candidates must satisfy the background screening requirements of the Federal Credit Union Act, which restricts employment of individuals with certain convictions.

Job Description Flexibility

Because the nature of positions and job functions can change over time, this job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all essential functions, duties, responsibilities and qualifications requirements of team members assigned to this job. Job duties may be changed or modified in the Credit Union’s discretion. The Credit Union will keep team members updated on key functions, duties, and requirements of their position by communications from the Credit Union and by updating the job description from time to time.