Part Time Mortgage Underwriter - In Office

Position:
Mortgage Underwriter

Location:

Mentor, OH (In-Office)

Schedule:

Part-Time — 16 hours per week

Work Days:
Monday & Tuesday or Thursday & Friday

Compensation: $70,000 annually (prorated)

Start Date:

September 30

Our client is seeking a part-time Mortgage Underwriter to support increased production volume within their mortgage department. This role is responsible for evaluating and decisioning mortgage loan applications in compliance with established policies, FNMA guidelines, and applicable government regulations.

• Review and evaluate mortgage loan files to ensure borrower, property, and loan terms meet underwriting standards
• Approve, suspend, or decline loan applications based on guidelines
• Review documentation including 1003 and 1008 forms, title reports, trust documentation, and insurance policies
• Ensure closing documents are complete, accurate, and compliant within required time frames
• Communicate underwriting decisions clearly and professionally to all involved parties
• Maintain strict adherence to regulatory and internal compliance standards
• Respond to messages and correspondence within 24 hours
• Meet established quality and productivity expectations

• Minimum 2 years of mortgage underwriting experience or related lending role
• Working knowledge of FNMA underwriting guidelines
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with underwriting systems such as Desktop Underwriter (DU)
• Ability to work on-site and maintain consistent part-time schedule