External Mortgage Loan Officer
$50,000–$50,000 year
Hybrid · Yakima, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Mortgage Loan Officer responsible for originating high-quality residential loans, building and maintaining a referral network (Real Estate Brokers, Attorneys, Accountants, Builders, Financial Planners and others), pre-qualifying borrowers, counseling buyers to match with Seattle CU programs, and ensuring compliance with mortgage laws and investor guidelines. The role includes promoting loan products, participating in homeownership outreach, managing loan documentation and disclosures, and maintaining knowledge of regulatory requirements (SAFE Act, RESPA, Reg Z, HMDA, Reg B). The position is hybrid, based in Central Washington (Yakima area) with remote work options and in-office collaboration, offering a base salary of $50,000 per year plus commissions, and requires at least three years of residential lending sales experience and an Associates Degree; preferred Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Qualifications
- Associates Degree
- At least three years of residential lending sales experience including meeting sales/production goals
- Knowledgeable in regulatory, policy and compliance issues pertaining to the mortgage industry
- Thorough knowledge of all mortgage products and programs
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize workload
- Ability to communicate with tact, discretion, and courtesy within and outside the organization
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to perform basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, debt ratios)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to handle stress in a high volume and fast-paced environment
- Associates Degree (required)
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree
- Experience meeting RESPA, Reg Z, HMDA, Reg B requirements
- Solid knowledge of originating mortgages for FHLMC/FNMA, FHA, VA (preferred)
- Knowledge of the Secondary Market
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