Mortgage Loan Officer Houston
Listed on 2026-01-13
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Finance & Banking
Banking & Finance, Banking Operations, Financial Consultant
Job Description
* A pre-employment credit check will be performed on all qualified applicants.*
External Applicants: Please apply through Prosperity Bank's Career Center at Applying through any other source may prevent Prosperity from receiving your application.
Internal Applicants: If you are a current associate of Prosperity Bank, please apply through the internal Talent - Career Center in ADP.
Prosperity Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for receiving, reviewing, and evaluating consumer mortgage loan requests following a Fair Lending process. Discusses mortgage related facts with applicants concerning the ability to repay; explains bank credit policies; and to obtain financial documentation to underwrite the loan request.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
- Interviews, takes applications, and processes preliminary documentation on loan requests. Discusses loan alternatives, credit criteria, interest rates, and loan documentation in such a manner as to elicit positive responses from customers.
- Analyzes and evaluates loan requests and prepares written submission for consideration by approving authority. Identifies problems or potential problems with credit information and coordinates with the necessary party to resolve the problems.
- Completes lending functions in accordance with established Bank policies and legal requirements.
- Answers questions and resolves requests.
- Meets with applicants whose loans are denied and explains reasons and alternatives.
- Maintains and projects the Bank's professional reputation.
- Assists Mortgage Processor personnel and provides support as needed.
- Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
- Completes required reports and records.
- Stays informed regarding changes in lending standards and related legal requirements.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
- Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description amended at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification: High school graduate, advanced degree
Required Knowledge: Knowledge of Bank consumer mortgage lending policies, and procedures. Understanding of financial analysis and determination of credit worthiness.
NMLS certified.
Experience
Required:
3 to 5 years of consumer and consumer mortgage lending experience.
Skills/Abilities: Excellent communication and public relations skills. Financial analytical skills. Solid interviewing skills. Able to use related computer applications and business machines.
Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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