Qureos Mentor

BankESB

<div><div><i>Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience. The posted range is intended to provide a general estimate and does not guarantee a specific rate of pay.</i></div><div><br>
Hometown Mortgage is a division of bankESB, a Hometown Financial Group company that also includes bankHometown and TruNorth Bank&trade;, we leverage our combined strength, internal shared services model and investments in technology to work with borrowers and homeowners across Massachusetts, Connecticut and neighboring states to make home financing simple and stress-free. At the same time, our commitment to community banking and local roots means we can focus on the unique needs of those who live and work in the communities we serve.<div><b><br>
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><div>
Performs any functions necessary, within scope of authority and expertise, to provide the highest level of service and responsiveness to customers.</div><div><ul><li>
Responsible for reviewing appropriate level of financial and collateral documentation as required by the bank and the secondary market and to support the loan decision being made.</li></ul></div><ul><li>
Analyzes and signs off on all required documentation including all credit, income, asset and collateral documentation to ensure the documents are satisfactory and meet application guidelines.</li><li>
Demonstrates sound judgment and knowledge of the Bank&rsquo;s underwriting guidelines; reviews and evaluates personal and financial information regarding consumer and residential loan requests to ensure a strong, sound and compliant underwriting decision.</li><li>
Completes underwriting analysis for residential loan applications and home equity applications and then recommends approval or denial based upon completed analysis. Works with the originator(s)/loan processor(s) and explains alternatives to restructure the loan to satisfy lending guidelines, if necessary.</li><li>
Updates information in the mortgage system and follows up with Origination and processing staff on remaining conditions prior to closing. Prepares the file for closing.</li><li>
Responsible for ensuring all Compliance and Regulatory requirements are met throughout the loan process.</li><li>
Monitors updates of current practices in loan underwriting including all investor standards. Keeps abreast of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to consumer rights, nondiscrimination, fair credit reporting, HMDA. Attends relevant courses and seminars.</li><li>
Works closely with Closing, Post Closing and Shipping on any outstanding condition or investor suspense items.</li><li>
Protect the confidentiality of non-public customer information (NPCI) and the security of our information technology resources. Adhere to the Bank&rsquo;s Acceptable Use Policy, participate in security awareness training and successfully pass social engineering testing which are designed to provide the education necessary to enable employees to keep the bank secure. Employee awareness and vigilance are required in following these cyber security best practices and are the most effective weapon we have against cyber threats and fraud.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
OTHER ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><div>
The Bank encourages participation in a community development service within the Bank&rsquo;s assessment area. Community development encompasses affordable housing and community services that target low to moderate income individuals and activities that revitalize or stabilize targeted low to moderate income neighborhoods. Community development services must be related to providing a financial service or use the financial expertise of the bank employee. Examples include:</div><div><ul><li>
Offering accounting skills to a local charitable organization that serves low to moderate income individuals;</li><li>
Performing bookkeeping services for low to moderate income seniors;</li><li>
Teaching a financial literacy program for low to moderate income school children;</li><li>
Fundraising on behalf of a local or state agency that provides services and/or programs targeting low- or moderate-income individuals;</li><li>
Activities that revitalize or stabilize low- or moderate-income areas;</li><li>
Encourages CRA qualified volunteerism.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:</b></div><ul><li>
Position requires an associate degree in a business-related field or the equivalent of 8 years recent underwriting experience.</li><li>
Active DE Chums number to underwrite FHA loans with a minimum of 3+ years&rsquo; experience</li><li>
3+ years&rsquo; experience underwriting VA and USDA loans</li><li>
Working knowledge of Encompass is required</li><li>
Must have working knowledge of FNMA and FHLMC guidelines.</li><li>
Experience with underwriting Housing agency and Mortgage Partnership Finance loans and loans with grant providers such as FHLB is a plus.</li><li>
Recent experience in reviewing condominiums to ensure compliance with FNMA and FHLMC guidelines is a plus.</li><li>
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills required.</li><li>
Must be able to use various office equipment including a PC.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Work arrangement: May be fully remote, but candidates must reside in MA, CT, NH or RI to align with company, tax, and employment regulations. Must be willing and able to travel to North Attleboro, MA.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity</b> Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard. Also, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.</p></div></div><p></p>

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