Mortgage Loan Originator

U.S. Bank

. Originate mortgage loans in an assigned metropolitan territory .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mortgage loan origination, underwriting requirements, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to drive sales and maintain a strong referral base while working independently in a designated territory.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NMLS RegistrationMortgage Loan OriginationUnderwriting Requirements KnowledgeSales AbilityRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Mortgage Loan ApplicationsPreliminary Underwriting ReviewsFinancial AnalysisPricing KnowledgeProduction Goals Achievement

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSelf-StarterAbility to Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

NMLS Registration

Industry Keywords

FNMAFHLMCFHAVARESPATruth-in-LendingZoning OrdinancesEnergy Audit Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Originate mortgage loans in an assigned metropolitan territory
Take mortgage loan applications
Conduct preliminary underwriting reviews
Submit loan applications to processing and underwriting for approval
Follow up to secure documents required for processing, underwriting, and closing
Solicit loan sales and conduct sales-related activities away from U.S. Bank locations
Spend at least 50% of work time conducting activities away from U.S. Bank locations
Drive 2 or more hours per week

Requirements

What you’ll need

National Mortgage Licensing Service (NMLS) registration under the terms of the S.A.F.E. Act of 2008 and Regulation Z
Ongoing compliance with all legal or regulatory registration requirements, including maintaining a satisfactory criminal and credit record
High school degree or equivalent
2 years Mortgage, Sales, or Real Estate experience
Self-starter, excellent sales ability, and ability to work independently
Established referral base within assigned market
Thorough knowledge of pricing and underwriting requirements of various mortgage insurance companies
Working knowledge of underwriting requirements for FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, local bonding programs, and private investors
Familiarity with local, state, and national laws, including zoning ordinances, Truth-in-Lending, RESPA, and energy audit requirements
Excellent communication skills and ability to analyze financial information
2+ years of proven success in mortgage loan origination, consistently meeting or exceeding production goals
Ability to drive 2 or more hours per week
Ability to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and workplace conduct and safety policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
Pension
Disability accommodations during the application or hiring process