Retail Loan Processor (within the banks footprint AL, MS, TN, GA)

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION OF LOAN PROCESSORResponsible for processing all owner-occupied residential real estate loans, commercial and consumer loans upon approval of a Loan Officer. Orders and assembles all necessary documentation for loan packages to be compliant with all regulations, policies and procedures.LOAN PROCESSOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Demonstrates an aptitude for banking and exhibits proficiency in all areas of loan documentation. Has an inherent duty and responsibility to follow all policies and procedures regarding loan documentation.Assists Lending Officers in processing loans and correspondence. Types loans, title applications, mortgages, UCCs, other supporting documentation and correspondence for all Loan Officers.Orders and reviews real estate appraisals and title insurance for exceptions regarding mortgage loans. Works with Loan Officers to clear exceptions.Prepares and mails Good Faith Estimates and Advance Truth in Lending Disclosures in accordance with all regulations.Monitors status of documentation and prepares weekly status reports for distribution to loan officers.Prepares real estate loan documentation for loan closings, and closes such loan when necessary.Originates and follows up on mortgage loan files in compliance with all state and federal regulations.Coordinates loan closings with Loan Officers, Customers, and Attorneys.Distributes funds accordingly after a loan closing.Maintains government records on loan files and prepares procedural forms on closed loans.Prepares documentation for mortgage releases.Responsible for the accurate filing of all loan documentation and collateral files. Appropriately logs and files all loan documentation when entering and leaving the department.Assists customers with questions or problems with their loan accounts.Must communicate with auditors from state, federal, and independent agencies.Requires the ability to interact effectively with all levels of bank personnel.Obtains specific goals related to production, quality documentation as described by supervisor.LOAN PROCESSOR JOB QUALIFICATIONS:High school graduate or equivalentMinimum of one year of clerical and loan operations experience.Minimum of one year experience as a real estate loan secretary, closing agent, or equivalent experience.Excellent organizational skills and communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated ability to interact with customers and employees, and listen effectively.Demonstrated ability to adapt to and use other PC based software packages.Proven knowledge of loan policies and procedures.Intimate knowledge of Real Estate Settlement and Procedures Act, Truth in Lending, and Home Mortgage Disclosure Act.