Mortgage Loan Originator Assistant na First PREMIER Bank

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 at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
• PREMIER Wellness Program
• Paid Community Volunteer Hours – PREMIER averages 30,000 hours per year
• Fun Employee Parties

Our Culture

• Emphasis on personal success, respect, health, wellness, fun and giving back
• Employees are rewarded, valued, and celebrated for hard work
• Various Career advancement opportunities and growth
• Appreciation is shown through concerts, outdoor bashes, cash, car giveaways and more