Be part of a team that's committed to making a difference. We believe in our work and our customers. Position Location Remote Type n/a - In Office Only Office Location (if not fully remote): 11880 College Boulevard Suite 400, Overland Park, Kansas 66210 Job Description Essential Job Functions: Loan Officer Support: Prepares loan packages by collecting necessary documentation and information from customers.
Reviews loan files for completeness and accuracy. Follows up on missing documents and addresses any conditions. Opens escrow accounts, coordinates inspections and appraisals, and determines insurance needs. Pre-qualifies customers using automated underwriting systems (AUS). Collaborates with processors and escrow officers to facilitate loan closings. Customer Service: Answers general customer inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
Communicates with customers, real estate agents, and title companies to keep them informed about loan progress. Coordinates and schedules loan closings. General Support: Maintains Loan Officer databases. Assists with marketing campaigns, including email and direct mail. Stays updated on market trends and product knowledge. Performs various administrative tasks, such as faxing, emailing, and making phone calls.
Special projects as needed. Non-Essential Job Functions: Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals. Contributes to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value "can do" people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun.
Adopts Fairway values in personal work behaviors, decision making, contributions and interpersonal interactions. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience. Demonstrated experience working in a fast paced and changing environment. Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting data. Demonstrated experience effectively managing relationships with internal and external partners.
Demonstrated experience researching information, problem solving and making solid business decisions. 1+ years mortgage lending or related sales experience. Demonstrated experience in retail loan origination. Demonstrated experience using Encompass360. Required Knowledge and Skills: Solid knowledge and understanding of current business acumen. Solid knowledge and understanding of mortgage lending processes, procedures and regulations.
Solid knowledge and understanding of Encompass. Solid knowledge and understanding of a variety of loan programs including Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA and secondary marketing guidelines to manage complex loan level issues. Solid knowledge and understanding of mortgage-related terms, such as escrow, taxes, closing documents and insurance. Minimum Education Preferred: High School or GED NMLS licensed, not required but preferred.
Physical Environment: This is a hybrid position that offers remote flexibility and will also require some in office time. Access to a quiet space at home and reliable internet is required. Travel: Local travel may be required for company or career-related meetings, programs and/or events. Fairway Home Mortgage, founded in 1996, is a nationwide leader in the mortgage industry. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do.
We deliver personalized loan solutions with some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our mission is to act as trusted advisors, guiding clients through every step of the mortgage process to exceed expectations and ensure satisfaction. Our culture promotes innovation, growth, and collaboration, offering exciting career paths and professional development. Whether you're starting out or advancing your career, Fairway is a place where your skills and ambitions can thrive.
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