Mortgage Loan Officer

Mortgage Loan OfficerThe primary role of a Mortgage Loan Officer is to originate and close mortgage loans through extensive marketing initiatives as well as new and existing relationships. The Mortgage Officer position is an outside sales position responsible for originating retail mortgage loans through external sources. This position is directly responsible for origination objectives and sales strategies that will expand market share.Major duties and responsibilities include:Using interpersonal and communication skills to generate referral business, leads, and relationships with individuals, existing clients, past clients, and Real Estate Professionals.Cross selling First United Bank products and services.Taking thorough and complete loan applications; analyzing and pre-qualifying applicant information to determine viability of the client's desired loan program.Counseling the borrower through the application, approval and closing process.Attending closings and ensuring great customer service throughout the process.Additional duties include:Performing other duties as requested by Executive Management or Supervisor.Completing all required compliance exams on a yearly basis.Adherence to all First United Policies and Procedures.Employee specifications:High School diploma or GED required.At least two years' experience in mortgage lending environment.Proven record of success for generating sales in a mortgage lending environment.Possession of strong organizational skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.Demonstrated technical knowledge of Bank, Mortgage, Federal and State lending and compliance/regulatory matters.First United is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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