Job Description
Real Estate / Mortgage Loan Originator - Troup Hwy - Tyler TX
Since 1931, Altra Federal Credit Union has been committed to helping members live their best lives by providing trusted financial solutions, personalized services, and a strong focus on community. With a growing presence in Tyler, TX market , we are excited to welcome a Real Estate / Mortgage Loan Originator to our Troup Hwy Office , who is passionate about helping members achieve their homeownership goals while building strong relationships in the local real estate market.
As a Real Estate / Mortgage Loan Originator , you will play a key role in guiding members through the mortgage process from application to closing while delivering exceptional member experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Originate residential mortgage loans by conducting thorough member interviews and completing accurate loan applications.
- Build strong relationships with members, realtors, builders, and community partners in the Tyler market.
- Act as a liaison between members, internal lending teams, third-party vendors, and secondary market agencies.
- Collaborate closely with processors, underwriters, and closing teams to ensure timely loan closings.
- Attend and conduct loan closings.
- Stay current on mortgage lending regulations, compliance standards, and secondary market guidelines.
- Embrace new mortgage technology and industry trends to improve efficiency and service.
- Cross-sell Altra products and services to support members' broader financial needs.
- Represent Altra professionally within the community and at real estate-related events.
Qualifications
- High school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
- Bachelor's degree in a business-related field is preferred.
- 3+ years of lending experience is preferred.
- Some loan origination experience is preferred and experience with originating mortgage loans for sale to the secondary market, constructions loans and FHA / VA loans would be helpful.
- Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish, verbally and written, would be a plus.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong sales mindset with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deadlines.
- High level of professionalism with a strong commitment to confidentiality and compliance.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and mortgage lending systems, specifically Encompass.
Availability
- This position is full-time, 40- hours per week, Monday through Friday.
- Typical hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Will require some flexibility within these hours to attend community events; this could include hours on Saturdays and Sundays, and possibly evening hours.
Work Environment
* This position is located at Altra's Troup Hwy office however may work at Tyler TX offices as needed.
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive starting pay, depending on experience, plus participation in monthly incentive plan, and robust benefits package!
- When bilingual in Spanish or Hmong, receive a $1.00 per hour pay premium after completing and passing a language exam.
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical / dental / vision coverage, group life insurance, and supplemental life insurance options.
- Up to a 6% employer-matched 401(k) + additional 3% employer contribution.
- Two-weeks paid sabbatical every five years worked, plus four-week paid sabbatical at twenty years!
- Paid time off, volunteer time off, paid holidays, and your birthday off (paid)!
- Employee-only perks and discounts.
At Altra Federal Credit Union , you'll be part of a team that values people over profits and puts members at the heart of everything we do. We believe in creating a supportive and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered to grow, develop their careers, and make a real impact in the lives of others. By joining Altra, you'll not only gain the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with members and coworkers, but you'll also be contributing to a mission-driven organization that is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of our members and the communities we serve.
Altra is proud to be a Great Place to Work® certified company seven years in a row; 92% of our employees say Altra is a great place to work! At Altra, we invest in each other and work together to make a difference in the communities we serve and to help people live their best lives! We support diversity in the workplace and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Monday to Friday, Weekend work, Afternoon shift