Consumer Direct Loan Officer (Remote)

<p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">ABOUT ONETRUST HOME LOANS</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">If you are looking for an organization that has established an outstanding reputation for quality products and services and where you are an important member of a professional team, then OneTrust Home Loans may be for you. We are recognized as a Fortune 5000 company offering conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and jumbo financing, while boasting portfolio, construction, and structure finance lending divisions. Our focus on utilizing the latest technology to streamline the home loan process has made us a leader in our space. We really listen to our clients in order to anticipate their home financing goals and dreams. We're mortgage educators and financing strategists, providing detailed information and sound advice on mortgage options and industry trends. We focus our energies on a transparent and open communication loan process to close loans quickly.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">If our employees are successful, we are successful. Our goal is to provide them with the most current competitive tools and information possible. Employees and management listen, engage, and provide honest feedback to each other. Those who make outstanding contributions are recognized for their outstanding customer service and are eligible for key programs. In order to hire and retain employees who share our values of integrity, transparency, innovation, and greatness, we offer attractive employment packages, work-life balance, a wide range of training opportunities, and an innovative and exciting business culture. Service is everything!</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">Position Summary</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">The Consumer Direct Loan Officer will work with high quality inbound leads, guide borrowers through the mortgage process, and help them achieve their homeownership goals. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">Essential Duties and Responsibilities</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Respond quickly and professionally to inbound mortgage inquiries and company-provided leads.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Conduct borrower consultations to understand financial goals and determine loan eligibility.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Analyze credit, income, and assets to structure appropriate loan solutions.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Present and explain mortgage products clearly, including conventional, FHA, and VA loans.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Guide clients through the application and pre-approval process from start to finish.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Maintain accurate records and manage your pipeline using CRM and LOS systems.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Consistently follow up with prospects and active clients to drive conversions.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Collaborate with processing, underwriting, and closing teams for smooth transactions.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and company mortgage regulations.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Meet or exceed monthly production and conversion goals.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em><span style="line-height: 115%;">The above functions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this job. This is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.</span></em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">Education and Experience</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">2 + years of mortgage origination experience.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">2+ years of experience working consumer direct or call center mortgage leads.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Active NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator License.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong knowledge of conventional, FHA, and VA loan products.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Proven success converting inbound leads to funded loans.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Demonstrated computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and electronic mail software.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a high level of professional integrity.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Maintains a positive, helpful, constructive attitude and work relationship with co-workers and supervisors.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong time management and organizational skills in a dynamic, constantly changing environment.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Attention to detail and quality focused.</span></li> <li style="tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Encompass experience preferred.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;">OneTrust Home Loans is an Equal Opportunity Employer</span></p> <p><strong><u><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;">CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANT PRIVACY NOTICE REGARDING THE COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION</span></u></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;">This Job Applicant Notice is designed to meet obligations under the California Privacy Act ("CPRA"), as amended by the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"), regarding how CalCon Mutual Mortgage, LLC collects and processes personal information during the application and recruitment process. This Job Application Notice solely applies to applicants of CalCon Mutual Mortgage, LLC who reside in the State of California. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;">In the event of a conflict between any other CalCon Mutual Mortgage, LLC policy, statement, or notice and this Job Applicant Notice, this Job Applicant Notice will prevail as to California job applicants. Unless stated otherwise, CalCon Mutual Mortgage, LLC may collect personal information and use it for certain business purposes. Under the CPRA, "consumers" means California residents, including job applicants, employees, or contractors of a business. CalCon Mutual Mortgage, LLC will only process your personal information in accordance with the Company's Privacy Notice, unless otherwise required by applicable law. You can submit a request to </span><a href="mailto:hr@onetrusthomeloans.com"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;">hr@onetrusthomeloans.com</span></a><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;"> regarding the Company's Privacy policy to know about the categories of data being collected, the purposes for which the data will be used and your rights to opt out.</span></p> <p> </p>

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