Job Description
SUMMARY
The Mortgage Loan Funder is responsible for the review and analysis of approved credit memorandum for commercial equipment lease department obligations, interpretation of terms, conditions, covenants and restrictions on approval, administration of documents, closing and funding of assigned contracts. Conduct preliminary review and analysis of approved loan structure and verification of the documents submitted by –origination source and determine their compliance with Bank's requirements. Performs all duties in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures, all U.S. state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the company operates.
Ensures compliance with established Bank policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of, adherence to, monitoring and responsibility for compliance with state and federal regulations and laws as they pertain to this position including but not limited to the following: GLBA (Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act), Regulation Z (Truth in Lending Act), Regulation DD (Truth in Savings Act) Regulation B (Equal Credit Opportunity Act), Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd Frank Act), Elder Abuse Laws, Bank Secrecy Act in conjunction with the USA PATRIOT Act, Anti-Money Laundering and Customer Information Program, Right to Financial Privacy Act (state and federal) and Community Reinvestment Act.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
1. Draws loan documents and engage escrow/title for closing coordination
2. Reviews all loan documents for correct signatures, notary information, title reports, escrow instructions, etc. and to maintain compliance with federal, state (wet and dry) and agency guidelines
3. Ensures underwriters have signed off on the file prior to doc and/or prior to fund
4. Provides information to necessary parties to resolve any outstanding issues prior to loan closings
5. Balances Closing Disclosure with closing agents
6. Verifies all fees are disclosed correctly and meets compliance guidelines
7. Deals proactively and professionally with all parties involved in the loan closing to avoid and/or resolve problems at closing
8. Gathers all necessary documents for closing from other parties: hazard insurance information, subordination agreements, payoffs, taxes, etc. in a timely fashion
9. Sign-offs all funding conditions prior to funding
10. Completes pre-closing checklist to ensure compliance with all regulatory and investor guidelines
11. Prepares funding figure and complete signatures necessary according to the authority matrix
12. Sets up wire for closing agent/title with funding department
13. Reviews and funds mortgage loan file in a timely fashion
14. Maintains data integrity of system data fields
15. Reviews Post Closing Disclosure
16. Assumes responsibility for various department functions in the absence of staff members or in overload situations.
17. Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values; accepts responsibility for own actions.
18. Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes working environment free of harassment of any type; builds a diverse workforce and supports affirmative action.
19. Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports the company’s goals and values.
20. Performs the position safely, without endangering the health or safety to themselves or others and will be expected to report potentially unsafe conditions. The employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to the OSHA Act of 1970, which are applicable to one’s own actions and conduct.
21. Performs duties specific to the position and other functions as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the position in a satisfactory manner. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.
• High school diploma and at least two (2) years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience. Educational experience, through in-house training sessions, formal school or financial industry related curriculum, should be business or financial industry related. Work related experience should consist of a loan processing/funding background.
• Knowledge of TRID guidelines along with title commitments, hazard, and flood insurance policies.
• Knowledge of funding guidelines and procedures for wet and dry states.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet funding deadlines.
• Intermediate skills in computer terminal and personal computer operation, mainframe computer system, word processing, typing and spreadsheet software programs to meet the needs of the position.
• Intermediate math skills; ability to calculate interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages; balance accounts; add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; locate routine mathematical errors; compute rate, ratio and percent, including the drafting and interpretation of bar graphs.
• Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions and instruct others, train personnel, write reports, correspondence and procedures, and speak clearly to customers and employees.
• Thorough understanding of management procedures; ability to plan department or Company activities (setting objectives, developing strategies, budgeting, and developing policies and procedures); initiative to organize various functions necessary to accomplish department or Company activities; effectively staff (selecting, training and developing employees); directing employees towards the desired objectives (delegating, motivating, resolving problems); controlling the function (developing performance standards, measuring results, taking corrective action and rewarding employees as appropriate).
• Ability to deal with complex problems involving multiple facets and variables in non-standardized situations.
• Ability to work with no supervision while performing duties.
• Current driver’s license and a vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage if required to drive in the course of performing assigned duties and responsibilities.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable state and local laws and regulations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.