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Reference #: R-445 West Chester:2 North Church Street, West Chester, PA 19380 Work Days and Expected Hours: Monday - Thursday:9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Must be flexible around branch hours)

Function: The Community Mortgage Lender establishes and maintains relationships with community-based organizations, Realtors, and government agencies which result in lending opportunities to ensure full compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sells and originates Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) mortgage loans in an assigned community market serving low to moderate income borrowers. Maintains 50% of business as CRA eligible.

Establishes and enhances the Bank's community presence by:

Participating in trade shows, conferences, seminars, and related events

Meeting and interacting with various housing agencies and governmental entities focused on CRA initiatives

Conducting multiple first-time home buyer seminars annually to educate potential clients throughout the Bank's footprint

Organizing customer appreciation events, seminars, and conference calls

Creating strategic partnerships with non-profit organizations with down payment assistance programs

Develops and expands referral sources to regularly generate new CRA mortgage loans and S&T products

Meets local Realtors, Brokers, builders, developers, and other centers of influence to establish relationship

Participates in CRA events, meetings, and forums

Acts as key educational resource on affordable products, guidelines, and outreach. Develops a library of CRA resources and provides job-specific training and communication to enterprise-wide lending staff guiding Fair Lending regulations.

Maintains a proficient knowledge of products, processes, guidelines, and regulatory requirements in conjunction with mortgage regulations, CRA, and Bank policies and practices.

Serves as customer advocate and enters complete and accurate loan mortgage applications by:

Delivering exceptional levels of customer service by responding to customers quickly and following up with borrower(s) and Realtors throughout the loan process.

Preparing supporting materials including pertinent financial and credit data and ensures documentation is completed in accordance with regulatory compliance

Submitting completed application package to Retail Mortgage Lending for processing within 48 hours

Maintaining communication with processors and underwriters as to status of loan.

Following up on information and documentation required for processing and closing conditions

Assists in the development of new products to ensure the Bank's lending programs are designed to enable communities to purchase business and build financial security. Monitors market area for interest rates and products. Assists in coordinating product development and marketing efforts to realtors.

Cross-sells other Bank products and services. Refers new customers to Branch Managers for additional services.

Maintains a good working relationship with all bank employees. Demonstrates the ability to work independently. Works as a team player to contribute to the success of the department and in turn the organization.

Requires S.A.F.E. Act certification. Proof of registration with the registry and verification of a unique identifier as established under the guidelines of the S.A.F.E. Act is required upon hire and/or must be obtained prior to performing the duties of a Mortgage Loan Originator, as defined by the Act. This registration must be maintained annually in accordance with the S.A.F.E. Act.

Performs additional duties as required.

Physical Demands

Operates a keypad device: 60-70% of the day; travels occasionally to alternate work locations. Use of manual dexterity skills for typing and data entry up to 40% of the business day. Primary parts of the body include finger, thumb, and hand. Standing required 10-20% of the day; sitt ng 60-70%; and walking 10% of the day. Routinely lifts 10 pounds 10-20% of the day. Specific vision requirements include close vision of 18"-20" for computer work and travel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the position.

Education

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus specialized training or two-year degree. NMLS certification and annual maintenance required to originate loans. Proof of registration and verification of a unique identifier as established under the guidelines of the S.A.F.E. Act is required upon hire and/or must be obtained prior to performing the duties of a Mortgage Loan Originator, as defined by the Act.

Experience

Five to ten years general business experience and two to five years specialized experience required including knowledge of CRA and down payment assistance programs. A strong knowledge and sales background supports success in the origination of mortgages.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Salary Range:

$36,438.00 - $70,000.00

EEO/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran