MORTG UNDERWRITER

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GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for approving loans, obtaining necessary approval for all credits in excess of lending limit. Assists Senior Underwriter in conducting other duties related to the credit management of the secondary mortgage lending function of the branch.

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GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for approving loans, obtaining necessary approval for all credits in excess of lending limit. Assists Senior Underwriter in conducting other duties related to the credit management of the secondary mortgage lending function of the branch. Responsible for on-going training and updates related to loan programs and guidelines, and communicating changes to staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Responsible for underwriting FHA, VA, and conventional mortgage loans, meeting set guidelines.
Responsible for manual underwriting decisions, ensuring policies and guidelines are strictly followed and supporting documentation to ensure compliance.
Responsible for keeping updated and informed of all changes that occur with loan agencies and investors; informs Senior Underwriter of any changes.
Assists Loan Originators in obtaining pre-approval.
Responsible for answering pre-qualification questions.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned by management.
Regular and reliable attendance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the secondary market, agency, loan products and guidelines.
Knowledge of bank policies and procedures.
Skill in underwriting FHA, VA, and conventional loan products.
Ability to multi-task, and function as a team player.
Ability to type with high degree of speed and accuracy.
Ability to work with accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers in a courteous and professional manner.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Secondary market mortgage loan underwriting experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Seeing: 75-100%

Must be able to read reports, use computer

Hearing: 75-100%

Must be able to communicate with customers and co-workers in person

and on the telephone

Standing/Walking: 25-49%

Must be able to visit with the loan officer, go to areas of the office to use copier & fax machines, etc.

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 25-49%

Must be able to kneel or stoop to file mortgage loan files in cabinets.

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 75-100%

Must be able to use computer, write and place paperwork in file folders.

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS:

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negotiable amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry or otherwise move objects. Job involves sitting most of the time and walking and standing some of the time.

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills, required of personnel.