Mortgage Loan Officer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 3 years of mortgage origination experience with a strong emphasis on purchase transactions, either as an active NMLS Loan Originator with state licenses or as a Loan Originator under a federal bank license.
• Completion of the 20-hour CORE Pre-Licensing Education and successful passage of the SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test – National Component with Uniform State Content.
• Physically located in and working remotely from South Dakota.
• Proven success originating purchase loans in either a high-volume, phone-based sales environment or an agent-centric referral model.
• Strong client service orientation, consultative sales skills, and a deep understanding of the mortgage process.
• Comfort working in a structured, performance-driven environment with clearly defined KPIs.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to build trust quickly.
• Strong time management, organization, and pipeline management skills.
• Proficiency with CRM, LOS, and Microsoft products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Originate and manage purchase mortgage loans from application through closing while ensuring compliance with all requirements.
• Convert company-provided purchase opportunities into funded loans through proactive follow-up and effective borrower consultation.
• Build strong relationships with customers and, where applicable, Zillow Preferred Agents and local partners.
• Manage an active pipeline while meeting defined service levels, productivity metrics, and funding expectations.
• Use Zillow’s CRM, loan origination systems (LOS), and data-driven tools to manage pipeline health and customer engagement.
• Partner with centralized processing, underwriting, and closing teams to move loans efficiently.
• Deliver a consistent, high-quality customer experience through phone, email, and text communication.
• Stay current on market trends, lending programs, and regulatory requirements to provide tailored financing solutions.
• Maintain active licensing, complete required education, and participate in ongoing professional development.