Mortgage Loan Originator Assistant

Location: Sioux Falls, SD 
Shift: M-F 8am-5pm
Job Status: Full-Time
Company: First PREMIER Bank

About the Role
Responsible for assisting lenders and mortgage leaders in a variety of capacities to achieve department goals.

Assists with daily production and management of the assigned loan pipeline.

Job Duties and Responsibilities 


* Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.
+ Manage assigned loan pipeline and provide quality control which includes but not limited to: completing client applications, processing loan denials, determining pre-qualification standards, completing disclosures, writing loan narratives, locking interest rates, and preparing in-house loans for management approval.
+ Provide timely and professional written and verbal communication internal and external stakeholders.
+ Responsible for operational excellence and regulatory compliance, ensuring residential lending portfolio is compliant with regulatory requirements.
+ Provide daily support to ensure timelines are met, service standards are exceeded, workload priorities are established, and problems/exceptions are resolved in a timely manner.
+ Schedule appointments and prioritize sensitive matters for lender or leadership calendar.
+ Maintain comprehensive and accurate records including but not limited to minor accounting expense reports, monitory and ordering inventory, meeting materials, and reports and data analysis.

Skills and Qualifications 


* Attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.


* Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage simultaneous high priority projects and tasks while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.


* Ability to work independently with a strong attention to detail.


* Strong verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with loan officers, underwriters, customers, investors, and management.


* Ability to take initiative and resolve issues in a timely manner.


* Willingness to quickly adapt to changing regulations, investor overlays, work as a team and become proficient quickly.


* Ability to work independently, handle stress, exercise self-control, adhere to company policies, and procedures.


* Ability to build rapport and trust quickly with various stakeholders.


* Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field preferred.


* Minimum of 3 years of mortgage experience preferred.


* Strong knowledge of mortgage lending processes and regulatory requirements required.

Competitive Benefits Package


* Full medical benefits when working 20+ hours per week


* Traditional and High-Deductible health plan options available


* FREE dental and vision coverage


* Generous Paid Time Off plans


* 401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of total compensation


* Special discounts and offers for events a...