Loan Underwriter

Employment Type:

Regular

Employment Status:

Full-time with benefits

Job Category:

Lending

Average weekly hours:

40

FLSA Type:

Non-Exempt

Required Schedule Availability:

Mon - Fri: 8am-6pm with rotating Saturdays

Work Location

This position will report onsite to the Corporate Headquarters location in Springfield, Oregon and is possibly eligible for a hybrid onsite and remote work arrangement for those who meet the program requirements.

Compensation

• Base Salary: The full salary range for the Loan Underwriter position is $25.35 to $36.75 per hour.
• Annual Incentive: In addition, all SELCO team members receive an annual incentive based on how well SELCO meets the prior year's strategic business goals. This incentive is calculated using the team member's prior year eligible earnings and ranges from 0%-12% (with the average payout over the last five years being 11.07%).

Benefits

Our team's well-being is a priority, and we're proud to offer a comprehensive and holistic benefits package for team members and their families.

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan (with guaranteed employer contributions)
• Paid time off for personal and volunteer hours, as well as 10 paid holidays per year
• Additional programs and benefits include wellness and educational reimbursements, an employee assistance program, discounted rates on select SELCO services, and more.

Position Overview

Review and evaluate loan applications and supporting documentation to determine whether to approve, deny, or counteroffer, using strong analytical skills, sound underwriting practices, and a thorough understanding of SELCO policies and guidelines.

SELCO Core Essential Functions

• Demonstrate adaptability and leadership skills, and uphold SELCO's Mission Statement, Corporate Values, Service Promises and Exceptional Customer Service Standards.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations, SELCO policies, confidentiality requirements, and other compliance obligations.
• Interact with internal and external customers in a warm and friendly manner, demonstrate a sincere interest and willingness to help.
• Consistently achieve individual performance goals and contribute to department and organizational objectives.
• Represent SELCO with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Adapt to and support change to accomplish SELCO's goals and objectives.
• Actively participate in and/or lead required meetings and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position-specific Essential Functions

• Apply sound underwriting judgment within established SELCO policies, guidelines, and authority limits to review and decision a high volume of loan applications across multiple channels (branch, online, phone, retail).
• Read and analyze documents such as credit reports, tax documents, etc.
• Clearly document loan decisions, observations, and recommendations.
• Communicate with internal team and dealership personnel to provide guidance and feedback on loan application procedures, required documentation, and credit decisions.
• Support process enhancements to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Strengthen member relationships by identifying needs and prequalifying them for additional SELCO products.
• Maintain and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of banking and general state and federal laws related to financial privacy, fair lending, collections, bankruptcy, workout, and foreclosure.
• Maintain and demonstrate strong knowledge of loan product-specific requirements.

Skills and Abilities

The position requires:

• Exceptional customer service skills by using the GVAL-HI approach to providing service. Greet people. Value them. Ask how you can help. Listen. Help them. Invite them back.
• Ability to discover member needs to effectively cross-sell SELCO's products and services.
• Effective communication and active listening skills through all methods of interaction (e.g., in person, via phone, and in writing).
• Strong computer and software skills, including Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Strong knowledge of computer systems, including knowledge of systems as it applies to department usage.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills with a high level of initiative, accountability, and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
• Strong problem resolution and problem prevention skills.
• Willingness and ability to receive, give, and apply coaching and feedback.
• Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use experience-related knowledge and good judgment to make sound, logical decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Work ethic that includes dependability, punctuality, and a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to perform and complete tasks despite background noise and interruptions.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• At least three (3) years of consumer lending experience; and
• Consumer loan underwriting experience is preferred, but not required; and
• Must be bondable.

Physical Demands

While performing the job duties, approximately 95% of the time is spent stationary, with the remaining time spent moving around work areas. Frequent communication occurs in person, over the phone, and in writing. This position requires the ability to view a computer screen and interpret printed materials and other documents. This position requires the ability to lift and transport up to 5 pounds, and there is an occasional need to stoop, kneel, or reach to access documents, equipment, and supplies.

Interaction and Work Environment

Reports to: Centralized Lending Leadership

Work areas are inside a climate-controlled environment with background noise.

Material and Equipment Used

Computer, phone, scanner, copier, fax machine, web camera, and general office supplies

Acknowledgement

I have received and reviewed a copy of the Loan Underwriter job description. I understand that this job description is not a contract of employment and in no way changes the at-will nature of the employment relationship with SELCO Community Credit Union.

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