Mortgage Loan Officer

Dieterich Bank is looking for a Mortgage Loan Officer to join our Lake Sara Branch while serving as the mortgage loan contact for our St Elmo Branch. This would require travel to St Elmo one day per week and on an as needed basis, but with majority of time spent at Lake Sara. We're looking for someone who loves being involved in our community and has the natural ability to connect with others. If you're passionate about making a difference locally and enjoy building relationships, we want to hear from you!

The Mortgage Loan Officer will develop relationships and solicit business from current customers, referrals, and walk-in customers. This position will accept the application, grant approval, and process and originate mortgage and consumer loans for the Bank. The objective is to assist borrowers in evaluating their opportunity to borrow money to invest in a home.

A day in the life of a Mortgage Loan Officer:

As a Mortgage Loan Officer, you'll play a crucial role in building business relationships and acquiring customers through networking efforts, leveraging your sales expertise to promote our products effectively. Your daily tasks will include analyzing applicants' needs, financial standings, credit profiles, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.

Furthermore, you'll educate customers about the various loan types and credit options available, ensuring they understand the terms and conditions associated with our services. Serving as the primary point of contact, you'll address any inquiries or concerns raised by customers promptly. It's also essential to remain current with evolving laws and regulations governing the mortgage industry to maintain compliance and provide top-notch service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 3 years of banking experience
• Sales ability to market Bank products to customers
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and with others successfully
• Detail-oriented focus
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn and use the Bank's core and software systems
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to make decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Work Schedule:

This position requires 40 hours each week with work typically being completed between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Evenings and weekends may be necessary to fit customers' needs and/or complete work. Travel to meet with clients at their convenience and location will be necessary.

Perks of the job:

• Group Health Insurance
• Group Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D & LTD Insurance
• 401(k) Plan - Employer matching available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, sick time, personal time, and vacation)
• 8 hours of paid time volunteer with a charity of their choice.

Picture yourself coming to work every day in a place where you are doing great things for the people, businesses and causes in our community, and also for yourself. Interested in joining Dieterich Bank's Green Team? Apply today.

Dieterich Bank is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.