Mortgage Processor I

AmeriCU Credit Union

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

City of Rome, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Mortgage Processor I is responsible for the timely and accurate packaging of mortgage loans from submission to closing. This includes managing a pipeline of 40+ files, coordinating with attorneys and realtors, and ensuring all documentation meets underwriting and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

You have experience processing a variety of mortgage applications, including Conventional Purchases, Refinances, Home Equity, and Construction Loans. You are adept at ordering and tracking appraisals, coordinating with attorneys, and submitting loan files to underwriting while ensuring all conditions are met. You possess strong communication skills to proactively update borrowers and internal teams on loan status.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Conventional Purchases

Refinances

Home Equity Loans

Construction Loans

Appraisal Tracking

Title Work

Underwriting

VOE

VOD

4506 Transcripts

Job Description

Mortgage Processor I 1916 Black River Blvd, Rome, NY 13441 Starting pay rate: $22.15 to $27.69/hour, actual rate will depend on experience Status: Full-Time, non-exempt   Who We Are At AmeriCU, we’re not your typical financial institution. We’re a not‑for‑profit credit union with over $2.8 billion in assets, serving 170,000+ members across Central New York and beyond. For 75 years, AmeriCU has stayed true to its core values, placing people at the heart of every decision — our members, our employees, and our community. We're proud to be recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State (2025) and named by American Banker as one of the top credit unions to work for nationwide! If you're looking for a career with purpose, connection, and growth, you’ll fit right in.     The Opportunity:  Aligned with AmeriCU’s mission to build connections and empower members to achieve financial success, the Mortgage Processor I is responsible for:
  • Ensure the timely and accurate packaging of all loans originated by our Mortgage Sales Executives from submission of an assigned file to closing.
  • Ensure loans have appropriate documentation to support credit union and secondary market underwriting requirements.
  • Perform assigned tasks effectively and efficiently meeting established Service Level Agreements.
  • Support the credit union in implementing its strategic goals and objectives.
  What you will do:  As a Mortgage Processor your primary responsibilities will include:   1. Process a variety of mortgage applications, including Conventional Purchases, Refinances, Home Equity, and Construction Loans, while maintaining an active pipeline of 40+ files. 2. Order and track appraisals, property searches, and required verifications (VOE, VOD, 4506 transcripts) in compliance with credit union, investor, secondary market, and regulatory requirements. 3. Initiate title work and coordinate new loan setups with attorneys. 4. Submit loan files to underwriting, review all documentation for accuracy and completeness, and ensure conditions are satisfied per the commitment letter. 5. Monitor loan progress to meet closing deadlines and delivery dates, escalating issues as needed. 6. Communicate proactively with borrowers, attorneys, realtors, and internal teams to obtain required information and provide timely loan status updates. 7. Prepare complete, compliant files for underwriting review and final closing. 8. Stay current on all mortgage policies, guidelines, and compliance standards. 9. Deliver excellent member service and support Mortgage Processing and Closing teams as needed. 10. Contribute to organizational goals by meeting productivity and quality standards and supporting AmeriCU’s vision, mission, and values.     Benefits You’ll Love:
  • Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Generous Health Savings Account contribution (with HDHP enrollment)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off — Personal, Sick, and Birthday Time Off
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • 401(k) with employer match (after 1 year of service)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement for full‑time employees (after 1 year of service)
  • Life Insurance & AD&D for full‑time employees at no cost
  • Enhanced Short‑Term Disability at no cost to you
  Get to know us more by clicking on the links below.  See why YOU should choose AmeriCU! https://www.americu.org/in-our-community/ https://www.americu.org/why-americu/

AmeriCU Credit Union

As a credit union, AmeriCU is a not-for-profit financial institution owned by our members. Serving 24 counties in New York and beyond, AmeriCU provides you with all the products and services you need – often with low or no fees, and better rates. The organization has been serving the local community for over 70 years and, in that time, has grown to more than 160,000 members, 20 financial centers, and $2.7 billion in assets. AmeriCU is located in Central New York and is among the State’s largest, full-service financial cooperatives. For more information, visit www.AmeriCU.org. Equal Housing Lender – Federally Insured by NCUA – Membership Eligibility Required.
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