Mortgage Loan Processor II

RAIZ FEDERAL CREDIT UNION•El Paso, TX

6d•$19 - $29

About The Position

This position reports to the Mortgage Operations Manager. This role requires someone who is enthusiastic about educating and assisting our members with our services. You will be an empowering mentor that will be: A trusted expert A natural communicator A champion for our members and the community A guide through the moments that matter the most to our members Position Details: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Hours: Monday thru Friday, occasional Saturdays Pay details: $19.31-$28.96

Requirements

Education – High school or equivalent. College degree preferred.
Minimum 3 years of processing experience or certifications, and or technical skills in residential mortgage lending
Work experience should consist of loan processing, loan closing, and loan funding, reading title work, loan estimates, closing disclosures and appraisal reports
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal abilities
Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
Critical thinking, problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
Proficient in Microsoft Office and web-based applications
Examine all loan applications and disclosures for discrepancies and ascertain all the information is true and consistent with credit union policies and guidelines
Understanding of financial industry concepts, related laws, and regulations
meet regulatory and compliance guidelines
Review and analyze borrower documentation to determine income, repayment capacity for self-employed borrowers. Perform due diligence to identify possible fraudulent activity
Requires a high level of organizational skills, excellent communication skills, a thorough understanding of Credit Union lending programs, policies, procedures, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual and previous credit union experience is a plus but not a requirement
Knowledge of Credit Union products and services are a plus.

Responsibilities

Ability to Multi task, process, audit and maintenance all closed mortgage loan files.
Communicate with Loan Officers and members to ensure member needs are met, provide them with overview of the process and inform the Loan Officer of information necessary to process loan.
Strong understanding of various mortgage documents such as Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA), Underwriter Transmittal Summary, Loan Product Advisor (LPA), Desktop Underwriter (DU); Ability to read and interpret such documents.
Welcome call and welcome letter to the borrower within 24 hours of file being assigned.
Insure initial Loan Estimate is complete and accurate and follow compliance guidelines. This includes review of change of circumstance, redisclosures, and updated lock rate form pursuant to TILA RESPA Integrated Disclosure (TRID).
Ability to read and interpret purchase agreements, draw schedules, surveys, tax returns, pay stubs, assets, retirement accounts and Mortgage Insurance.
Review credit report as needed to address any inconsistencies identified in the Desktop Underwriter findings and meet credit union guidelines.
Verify address through USPS look up, verify businesses, and employers thru Bing and or other internet providers.
Retrieve Soft pulls, Tax transcripts, and Authorization for the Social Security Administration (SSA-89) verifications through third party vendor.
Review Appraisal report for inaccuracies such as gross adjustments based on comparables, property repairs, foundation damage, property value, etc., and request Scorecard.
Conduct follow up with outside sources for outstanding documentation to ensure receipt within turn-around time standards.
Manage pipeline to reflect accurate closing dates, pursuant to lock expiration, estimated close date, and appraisal due date.
Review title report/commitment prior to ensure all matters have been cleared and easements are within the investor guidelines before submitting to Underwriter.
Complete a final evaluation and analysis of the completed loan file to include all compliance alerts and either upload all documentation and conditions with updated AUS and send file for underwriting approval.
Assist the mortgage loan closer to prepare closing instructions, finalize closing disclosures and request legal documents from attorneys.
Ability to assist the mortgage loan closer on the funding functions related to the loan closing.
Communicate to borrower, closer and mortgage loan originator when closing disclosure is ready for review and meet all lock in expirations dates or process requests for extensions in accordance with Credit Union policy.
Ensure all incomplete, denied, or withdrawn loans meet regulatory requirements while in processing status.
Assist with collecting and gathering loan documents for internal and external audits.
Create, update, read, and interpret the processing procedure manual and training guides.
Successful in completing courses and/or webinars related to mortgage processing and underwriting.
Knowledgeable expert who is well diverse on mortgage loan types offered by the credit union (Conventional, Construction, VA, FHA, etc.) A mentor to provide guidance to our members, team members, and building trust. Demonstrate the ability to give sound advice considering our members’ best interests. Knowledge of Credit Union products and services are a plus.
A natural communicator who picks up on member’s concerns- and expresses things in a way they can relate to – and who helps them understand complex or intimidating topics, so they feel more knowledgeable.
Comply and attend annual Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Customer Identification Program (CIP) training in addition to compliance training.
Follow TILA/ RESPA, ECOA, FNMA, FHMC, and FHLB processes and guidelines to ensure quality assurance as well other regulation laws. An understanding of real estate terminology, mortgage lending practices, and mortgage loan requirements (Conventional, ARM, FHA, VA, USDA, etc.)
All other duties as assigned or identified.