Pay Range: $27.18 - $36.25
Responsible for underwriting equity or mortgage loan applications ensuring bank, policy, program, investor and insurer guidelines are adhered to. Ensures the integrity of the decision by comparing the loan file and supporting documentation data with system data for accuracy. Complies with all policies, procedures and regulations. Answers questions that pertain to policy and procedure of Home Lending.
Education and Experience
3 years of underwriting experience with satisfactory performance or equivalent experience
4 Year degree in business or equivalent education and experience desired
Skills and Abilities
Strong personal and/or real estate lending background, including various Investor and Insurer guidelines
Strong organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Excellent customer service skills
Strong computer proficiency – i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel and the Internet
Proficient understanding of Loan Origination and Automated Underwriting Systems
Proficient in analyzing self-employed borrowers
Strong mathematical skills
Unique Job Characteristics and Requirements
NMLS Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire
Tasks Performed
50%: Analyzes income, assets, credit history and other relevant data through supporting documentation. Ensures the integrity of the decision by comparing the loan file and supporting documentation data with the system data for accuracy. Determines which requests for financing should be accepted, rejected, or conditionally accepted, using all applicable information reasonably available. Complies with State and Federal regulations, Investor, Insurer, Bank, and Departmental guidelines and practices.
25%: Responsible for achieving established turnaround time and customer service goals. Provides excellent customer service by responding to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely and courteous manner. Proactively monitors pipeline reports to ensure service level expectations are met. Maintains workloads within established departmental objectives. Assists in other areas of the department when necessary. Maintains a positive attitude and works as a team player with management, co-workers and others.
20%: Recognizes and takes advantage of opportunities to obtain additional business. Assists Processors and Loan Originators on underwriting inquiries or issues. Keeps abreast of bank, investor and insurer guidelines related to underwriting.
5%: Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
Stationary 75% of time or greater
Move objects to maximum 10 lbs
Company Overview Why Work at NBT
At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success.
Wellbeing At NBT, we value and support your wellbeing by offering generous time-off policies, wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
Community Involvement NBT believes community involvement fosters our success and the success of those around us. Through volunteer service and charitable partnerships, we empower our employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace.
Culture NBT believes in creating a workplace where every voice matters and every team member feels empowered to contribute. With supportive leadership, we foster an environment where employees are connected, inspired, and valued.
Career Development Whether you’re just starting your career or serve in a senior leadership role, your growth and development are our priority. NBT provides a wide variety of development programs and tools for you to reach your full potential.
Total Rewards NBT recognizes and rewards your contributions with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives – ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.
Business Stability NBT has built a reputation as a stable financial institution by growing our people and our business, evolving our processes and managing risk. We have weathered the market\'s ups and downs for over 165 years, all while charting a well-defined growth plan.
Benefits Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire.
Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
Flexible Spending Accounts: For healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Employer-Paid Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage.
Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage.
Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching, optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan.
Adoption Assistance
Tution Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.
Benefits for Part-Time Employees Working 20+ Hours/Week:
Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
Dental and Vision Coverage
Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Generous Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
Benefits for All Part-Time Employees:
Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching, optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan for employees who work at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Paid Sick and Safe Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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Responsible for underwriting equity or mortgage loan applications ensuring bank, policy, program, investor and insurer guidelines are adhered to. Ensures the integrity of the decision by comparing the loan file and supporting documentation data with system data for accuracy. Complies with all policies, procedures and regulations. Answers questions that pertain to policy and procedure of Home Lending.
Education and Experience
3 years of underwriting experience with satisfactory performance or equivalent experience
4 Year degree in business or equivalent education and experience desired
Skills and Abilities
Strong personal and/or real estate lending background, including various Investor and Insurer guidelines
Strong organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Excellent customer service skills
Strong computer proficiency – i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel and the Internet
Proficient understanding of Loan Origination and Automated Underwriting Systems
Proficient in analyzing self-employed borrowers
Strong mathematical skills
Unique Job Characteristics and Requirements
NMLS Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire
Tasks Performed
50%: Analyzes income, assets, credit history and other relevant data through supporting documentation. Ensures the integrity of the decision by comparing the loan file and supporting documentation data with the system data for accuracy. Determines which requests for financing should be accepted, rejected, or conditionally accepted, using all applicable information reasonably available. Complies with State and Federal regulations, Investor, Insurer, Bank, and Departmental guidelines and practices.
25%: Responsible for achieving established turnaround time and customer service goals. Provides excellent customer service by responding to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely and courteous manner. Proactively monitors pipeline reports to ensure service level expectations are met. Maintains workloads within established departmental objectives. Assists in other areas of the department when necessary. Maintains a positive attitude and works as a team player with management, co-workers and others.
20%: Recognizes and takes advantage of opportunities to obtain additional business. Assists Processors and Loan Originators on underwriting inquiries or issues. Keeps abreast of bank, investor and insurer guidelines related to underwriting.
5%: Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
Stationary 75% of time or greater
Move objects to maximum 10 lbs
Company Overview Why Work at NBT
At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success.
Wellbeing At NBT, we value and support your wellbeing by offering generous time-off policies, wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
Community Involvement NBT believes community involvement fosters our success and the success of those around us. Through volunteer service and charitable partnerships, we empower our employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace.
Culture NBT believes in creating a workplace where every voice matters and every team member feels empowered to contribute. With supportive leadership, we foster an environment where employees are connected, inspired, and valued.
Career Development Whether you’re just starting your career or serve in a senior leadership role, your growth and development are our priority. NBT provides a wide variety of development programs and tools for you to reach your full potential.
Total Rewards NBT recognizes and rewards your contributions with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives – ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.
Business Stability NBT has built a reputation as a stable financial institution by growing our people and our business, evolving our processes and managing risk. We have weathered the market\'s ups and downs for over 165 years, all while charting a well-defined growth plan.
Benefits Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire.
Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
Flexible Spending Accounts: For healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Employer-Paid Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage.
Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage.
Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching, optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan.
Adoption Assistance
Tution Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.
Benefits for Part-Time Employees Working 20+ Hours/Week:
Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
Dental and Vision Coverage
Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Generous Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
Benefits for All Part-Time Employees:
Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching, optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan for employees who work at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Paid Sick and Safe Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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