Consumer Loan Underwriter

What We Do....

NuMark's mission is to enrich the financial lives of our members. Our growing Credit Union has over 170 employees, thirteen branches in northern Illinois, and over 50,000 members. We offer a full menu of financial services from mortgage and auto loans to free checking accounts and business services. NuMark Credit Union is dedicated to putting our members first, treating them like family and helping them do more with their money. We help members get to their fantastic future faster.

What You'll Love About Us....

At NuMark Credit Union, we recognize how vital our team is to the success of our organization. We believe that investing in the wellness and professional development of our people should be at the forefront of how we operate. Our focus is on making employees feel valued and supported because we know a strong team and positive culture is what gives us a competitive advantage in the markets that we serve.

NuMark Credit Union believes in social responsibility. You'll have opportunities to strengthen the communities we serve through volunteer days and fundraising programs. We have partnered with non-profits like the Northern Illinois Food Bank, Toys for Tots, The Bridge Teen Center, Wreaths Across America and other community organizations that make our neighborhoods a better place.

The Benefits....

We want to make sure you're taken care of, which is why we strive to offer competitive and cost-conscious benefits for you and your family. Full Time Employees can choose between several plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO or PPO), Dental, Vision, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays Off, Company Lunches and Parties, Birthday Holidays, Life Insurance (Company Paid), Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid), 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match, Flex Spending Account, Education Reimbursement for Bachelor or Master's Degrees, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Community Volunteer Time and Career Advancement Opportunities.

About The Role....

The Consumer Loan Underwriter is responsible for quality underwriting of Consumer and Indirect loans in a timely manner to include weekends and evenings. They will provide exceptional service to all applicants and our dealer partners working in conjunction with the credit union. In addition, provide effective and professional communication to members and employees with the specific goal of increasing membership and quality loan production.

What You'll Do....

• Analyzes loan information to render loan decisions for Consumer and Indirect loans.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate to members, dealer partners, and credit union staff both orally and in writing through various channels.
• Ability to read and interpret credit reports and explain information to internal and external members in addition to dealer partners as needed.
• Provides decision recommendations on loans that must be escalated to a higher loan authority. Effectively communicate with staff and dealer partners of counter-offers, loan stipulations, and denials.
• Responds to internal and external members via incoming and outgoing calls as well as through alternative channels such as email, dealer comments, etc.
• Possess a working knowledge of government rules and/or regulations related to consumer lending and fraud. Abides by all credit union policies, procedures, and protocols set forth in the departmental, VCCU policy manuals.
• Must keep up to date on any additional regulatory requirements as needed.
• Ability to prepare reports for management and monitor key data as to how well the department is functioning.
• Ability to work night and weekend hours as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities You'll Need....

• At least one year of consumer lending underwriting experience required, two years is preferred
• Have a general knowledge of a financial institution's products and services, office equipment, and general business procedures
• Possess the abilities of a highly engaged, detail oriented and well organized individual
• Knowledge of and experience with financial services software applications and systems
• Ability to function at a high level in a high volume area
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills
• Must possess good underwriting skills

Equal Opportunity Employer....

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle of NuMark Credit Union where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard.
• Occasionally may need to walk around office area.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
• The ability to talk and hear both in-person and by telephone is required.
• Regular, predictable, in-person attendance is required at the employee's assigned location(s) for all scheduled shifts.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Moderate noise (i.e., business office indoors with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods of time.