Senior Mortgage Lending Operations

Orange County's Credit Union; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 69,541,000 - 86,851,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Educational grants

Job summary

Orange County's Federal Credit Union in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Senior Mortgage Lending Operations Specialist who will perform advanced cross-functional support across mortgage lending sales, operations, processing, closing, and funding.

You will be a subject matter expert across multiple mortgage disciplines, coordinate pipelines, review documentation, ensure compliance, and provide exceptional member service in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of mortgage lending experience in operations, funding, closing, or related mortgage functions.
• Registered with the NMLS as a Mortgage Loan Originator
• Experience across multiple mortgage lending disciplines preferred
• Experience as SME or senior contributor preferred

Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Mortgage Lending Support across sales, operations, processing, closing, and funding.
• Coordinate loan origination, pipeline management, and status tracking.
• Review and validate closing documents and funding conditions.
• Ensure compliance with investor guidelines and regulations.
• Act as SME for mortgage processes and drive improvements.
• Provide prompt, courteous service to members and partners.

Skills

Mortgage lending

Cross-functional collaboration

NMLS registration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Orange County's Federal Credit Union, we don't just offer banking services, we create meaningful relationships that empower our members and enrich our community. With over 86 years of trust, $3 billion in assets, and 145,000+ members, we've built a reputation for excellence-and we’re just getting started.

Our commitment to people, performance, and purpose has earned us the #1 spot in the Orange County Register's 2024, 2025, & 2026 Best Credit Union list, and the voices of our employees have earned us the Peter Barron Stark Award for Workplace Satisfaction. When you join us, you're not just taking the next step in your career; you're joining a team that loves where they work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Mortgage Lending Operations Specialist performs advanced cross-functional support across mortgage lending sales, operations, processing, closing, funding, and related functions. This position serves as a highly skilled, cross-trained resource with subject matter expertise across multiple mortgage lending disciplines, including loan origination support, sales support, pipeline coordination, documentation review, loan closing, and funding activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Cross-Functional Mortgage Lending Support

• Performs advanced support activities across mortgage lending sales, operations, processing support, closing, and funding functions based upon business needs and departmental priorities.
• Serves as a key resource regarding mortgage lending procedures, systems, workflows, documentation requirements, and compliance standards.
• Provides cross-functional support and coverage to ensure continuity of operations and service excellence.
• Assists associates and business partners with complex mortgage lending questions, procedural guidance, and issue resolution.

Loan Origination and Sales Support

• Supports mortgage pipeline management activities, lead tracking, CRM maintenance, and loan status monitoring to ensure service-level expectations and compliance requirements are met.
• Assists with development and maintenance of reporting, pipeline analysis, and workflow tracking tools.
• Coordinates with internal departments to facilitate timely progression of loan applications through the origination process.
• Provides professional support to members, referral partners, and business partners regarding loan status, documentation requirements, and mortgage lending processes.
• Assists with mortgage sales initiatives, business development activities, and member outreach efforts as assigned.

Mortgage Processing Support

• Supports mortgage processing activities including the collection, review, validation, and organization of documentation required for underwriting and loan approval.
• Reviews loan applications, income documentation, asset documentation, credit documentation, and supports loan files for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Credit Union, investor, and regulatory requirements.
• Assists with the management of mortgage pipelines by monitoring loan status, outstanding conditions, disclosure requirements, service level agreements, and regulatory timelines.
• Coordinates with loan originators, underwriters, members, escrow companies, title companies, and third-party vendors to facilitate the timely progression of loan files through the underwriting and approval process.
• Assists in reviewing automated underwriting findings, loan data, documentation requirements, and underwriting conditions to ensure file readiness and completeness.
• Supports the collection, review, and resolution of underwriting conditions and documentation requirements through final approval and funding.
• Maintains accurate loan records, status updates, and documentation within loan origination systems and workflow management tools.
• Serves as a resource regarding mortgage processing procedures, documentation standards, investor guidelines, and workflow requirements.

Closing and Funding Support

• Reviews loan files and documentation for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance before closing and funding.
• Prepares, reviews, and validates closing documentation in accordance with Credit Union, investor, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates with escrow companies, settlement agents, title companies, and internal departments to facilitate successful and timely loan closings.
• Verifies execution of loan documents, satisfaction of funding conditions, and accuracy of loan data prior to funding.
• Assists with wire requests, funding activities, loan boarding activities, and post-closing documentation requirements.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation within all applicable systems and electronic tracking tools.

Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Issue Resolution

• Ensures mortgage lending activities comply with Credit Union policies, investor guidelines, federal and state regulations, and established service standards.
• Identifies documentation discrepancies, compliance concerns, operational risks, and workflow exceptions and takes appropriate action to facilitate resolution.
• Supports quality assurance initiatives through file reviews, documentation validation, and process consistency efforts.
• Maintains accurate and complete audit-ready records in all mortgage lending systems and repositories.
• Serves as a resource for the resolution of complex mortgage lending matters requiring advanced technical knowledge and sound judgment.

Subject Matter Expertise and Process Improvement

• Acts as the department's cross-functional subject matter expert by maintaining proficiency and providing expertise across mortgage sales support, loan origination support, processing, closing, funding, and related operational processes.
• Shares knowledge, best practices, and procedural expertise to support associate development and cross-training efforts.
• Supports onboarding activities through process education and knowledge transfer.
• Identifies workflow efficiencies, operational risks, and opportunities for process improvement and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Participates in departmental projects, system implementations, process enhancement initiatives, and strategic objectives.
• Partners with leadership on special projects and process reviews to improve operational effectiveness and member experience.
• Maintains advanced knowledge of mortgage lending regulations, investor guidelines, products, systems, and operational procedures, and communicates relevant updates to associates as appropriate.
• Assists with departmental audits, quality reviews, compliance examinations, and operational readiness initiatives.
• Participates in testing, implementation, and adoption of new mortgage products, technologies, workflows, and system enhancements.

Member and Business Partner Service

• Provides prompt, courteous, professional service to members, real estate agents, escrow companies, vendors, loan originators, and internal business partners.
• Maintains proactive communication with all parties throughout the mortgage lending process.
• Protects confidential information and ensures compliance with all privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Delivers exceptional service consistent with the Credit Union's "Put People First" philosophy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum five years of mortgage lending experience such as mortgage operations, funding, closing, loan origination support, sales support, processing support, or related mortgage functions
• Successfully registered with the NMLS (Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry) as a Mortgage Loan Originator
• Demonstrated experience working across multiple mortgage lending disciplines preferred.
• Previous experience serving as a subject matter expert, technical resource, or senior-level contributor preferred.

The targeted hourly rate range is $24.25 per hour to $30.31 per hour. Final offer will be determined based on experience, education, training/certifications and specialized skills.

• Health Coverage: Comprehensive benefits, including Anthem, Delta Dental, and VSP, effective from your first day.
• Financial Security: Life insurance at no cost and a 401(k) plan with an employer match up to 6%.
• Work-Life Balance: 13 days of vacation and seven (7) sick days annually and paid holidays.
• Recognition & Growth: Annual merit increases, discretionary bonus, as well as educational grants up to $1,000 per year.