Bangor Savings Bank Bangor , ME 04402
Posted 2 months ago
FUNCTION: Working under the direction and guidelines established by the Mortgage Origination Processing Manager, provides superior customer service by responding to mortgage inbound and outbound telephone and/or email inquiries, requests and issues and proactively addressing customer inquiries/concerns. Owns coordination of the loan file and all follow up/communication needed to get the file to closing on time.
Mortgage Development Officer (MDO) liaison will have the same accountabilities to the MDO.
Works closely with our borrowers to effectively communicate requirements and setting deadlines for all conditions associated with the Mortgage Request. Researches and resolves problems and errors by taking ownership and following through to resolution. Adheres to Critical Staffing Plan when necessary to ensure that all departmental service level agreements are met.
ACCOUNTABILITES:
Operations/Process:
Communicates directly both written and verbally acting as a liaison between Bank customers and residential mortgage staff to obtain documentation necessary to underwrite and close loans.
Coordinates and establishes closing dates with borrowers, attorneys and lenders.
Responds to inquiries from branch personnel and customers regarding the loan status.
Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding all residential products, regulations, requirements in order to provide customers with detailed timely information.
Understands business partner relationships and refers to other team members in accordance with Bank strategy.
Interacts with departmental supervisors/managers, loan officers, customers, and other parties (i.e., appraisers) to expedite the loan closing as well as to ensure documentation is received timely.
Evaluates updates/changes to processing, regulatory requirements and secondary market guidelines and informs the department of such changes and the impact on the department
Works with management in creating efficiencies and making the department more effective
Collaborates with Mortgage Originations leadership to find efficiency within the process and helps develop ideas into process improvements.
Authors new procedures and ensures existing procedures are current with all changes.
Compliance and Control:
Assists in ensuring that the Bank is in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Possesses a thorough knowledge of Bank policies, procedures and regulations.
General:
Maintains flexibility with both work duties and assigned scheduling.
Interacts harmoniously and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of bank goals and objectives through a commitment to teamwork.
Conforms to acceptable punctuality/attendance standards as expressed in the Employee Handbook.
Performs additional duties as requested.
Competencies:
Knowledge/Skills/Experience Requirements:
Level I
High School diploma required
2 year College, business or banking professional training/experience required or banking experience exceeds 2 years.
2+ years banking experience with focused in mortgage lending regulations, underwriting, processes and secondary market requirements.
1-2 years of experience in outbound customer service communication with proven ability to assist customer/vendor in meeting requirements
Strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with defined deadlines
Demonstrated superior customer service skills with the ability to persuade to meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during challenging calls.
Self motivated and open to new challenges.
Demonstrated success in problem solving and resolving customer issues/concerns
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Level 2
High School diploma required
2 year College, business or banking professional training/experience required or banking experience exceeds 5 years.
3-5 years banking experience with focused in mortgage lending regulations, underwriting, processes and secondary market requirements.
3+ years of experience in outbound customer service communication with proven ability to assist customer/vendor in meeting requirements
Strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with defined deadlines
Demonstrated superior customer service skills with the ability to persuade to meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during challenging calls.
Self motivated and open to new challenges.
Demonstrated success in problem solving and resolving customer issues/concerns
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Physical Demands/Conditions Requirements:
General office environment
Moderate listing (to 35 lbs.) required. Moderate reaching, walking, sitting and standing required.
Equipment Used:
External and internal applications, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on an individual basis.
Bangor Savings Bank