Choice Bank · 1 day ago
Residential Mortgage Underwriter II
Choice Bank is a financial institution seeking a Residential Mortgage Underwriter II. This role is responsible for evaluating residential real estate credit applications, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring operations specialists within the Mortgage Department.
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Responsibilities
Conduct credit risk review and apply conditions required to comply with product, program, and regulatory specifications
Perform appraisal analysis to ensure acceptable collateral position
Ensure compliance with internal, state, and federal compliance through continuous education and evaluation of internal procedures and controls
Communicate credit risk decisions to applicants and mortgage industry credit partners
Along with the Manager of Residential Mortgage Operations, mentor operations specialists on underwriter considerations and enhancements
Supports, advances, and is responsible for meeting Premier Experience service standards within the Mortgage Department
Assists with departmental projects
Actively participate in internal and external continuing education for mortgage loan operations and professional development
Contain knowledge of company products and services
Have a working knowledge of Choice Financial’s policies and procedures and comply with them
Maintain complete confidentiality with regards to customer accounts, loans and bank relationships
Project a positive image of Choice Financial when representing the organization
Actively support management and organizational goals
Interact with other employees to promote teamwork, communications, trust and respect
Adapt to meet the ever-changing customer and community needs
Performs duties outside normal scope as assigned
Qualification
Required
2 to 4 years of relevant experience in mortgage loan operations with requisite competencies
2-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent combination of education and experience with requisite experience
Handles moderately complex files such as self-employed borrowers or layered risk factors
Works independently on standard loans; escalates complex cases for review
May mentor junior underwriters informally
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)
Must work in an efficient, systematic way
Must display consistency, thoroughness, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills
Use sounds judgment in prioritizing tasks to work under tight deadlines
Benefits
Competitive bonus and benefits package
Company
Choice Bank
Choice Bank operates to provide a full array of banking solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-01
Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal
2023-12-22
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