Job Description:
To close first mortgage loans in accordance with applicable federal/state laws as well as Navy Federal policies and procedures. Prepare mortgage packages for delivery to settlement companies for purposes of closing on conventional, Veteran's Administration (VA) and Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage products. To coordinate the closing and funding of assigned loan packages.
Responsibilities:
Authorize release of closing packages to closing agent - Under minimal supervision
Determine amount to be withheld from loan proceeds, request and process internal payoffs and prepare request for loan disbursement
Determine status of title and review mortgagees, mortgagors, manner of title and existing/proposed liens for accuracy
Ensure credit, underwriting and property conditions have been satisfied prior to closing
Evaluate title exceptions and determine if applicable; clear any mortgage related deficiencies within specified time period
Examine property status reports and property insurance policies for accuracy in documents and proper coverage
Maintain contact with lawyers, settlement agents and real estate brokers regarding the status of closing package
Monitor mortgage loan process and ensure compliance with Federal laws, as well as, Navy Federal, NCUA and secondary market practices, guidelines and regulations
Prepare fully executed mortgage file for post-closing
Provide closing agent with information for title binder and specifics about documents and conditions required for closing
Review preliminary and final closing package including HUD-1 for RESPA compliance
Review property surveys for unacceptable or uninsurable encroachments or violations
Schedule settlement with closing agent, member, seller and realtor
Verify completeness and accuracy of approved credit packages
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Ability to adapt to fluctuating work-flow
Ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure while dealing with internal & external members/customers
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with automated systems
Experience in performing clerical or administrative duties/responsibilities
Experience in working in a high volume, fast paced environment
Significant experience in closing first mortgage loans and/or equity loans
Working knowledge of mortgage lending requirements, regulations and procedures for VA and conventional loan programs
Desired
Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal mortgage products, services, programs, policies and procedures
Effective skill following, interpreting and applying relevant data/instructions to guidelines, procedures, practices and regulations
Effective skill performing mathematical calculations and working accurately with numbers
Effective verbal and written communication skills
