Mortgage Underwriter III; Remote

Mortgage Underwriter III - Remote, TX

Agility 360 is searching for remote Underwriters within the State of Texas for a contract position. The ideal candidates will have experience Underwriting Mortgage Loans (Conventional, FHA, VA) with a high-level attention to detail. You will be responsible for reviewing the credit, capacity and collateral characteristics of loan files to ensure they meet company and quality standards. Candidates must be currently living in Texas for consideration.

• Manage individual pipeline on a daily basis by completing Underwriting Reviews, appraisal reviews and conditions reviews within defined turn times as applicable.
• Identify any document deficiencies, add applicable conditions, and request additional information and/or documentation from customers as needed. Contact customers to provide updates and clarification on outstanding conditions and deficiencies identified on loans per established process.
• Assist others in the department in interpreting underwriting guidelines and updating underwriting status and conditions to customers. Perform independent research of guidelines and overlays while reviewing loans.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 5+ years of mortgage industry experience
• Certifications a plus, not required (DE, LAPP, SAR)
• 3+ years recent underwriting or loan review experience
• Bachelors Degree preferred, High School or GED equivalent required
• Experience in Retail or Non-Delegated Underwriting
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Loan quality and risk management
• Knowledge of FNMA and FHLMC guidelines a plus
• Knowledge of FHA, VA and USDA guidelines
• Proficiency with automated underwriting systems such as Desktop Underwriter and Loan Prospector
• Excellent Customer and Client service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Self-starter, self-reliant, dependable, ability to work within and meet specific time constraints
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Prioritization and Time Management skills
• Ability to learn and adapt to guideline change

• 3-6 Month Contract (contract extension possible based on performance / company needs)
• REMOTE role
• MUST have access to high-speed internet
• Pay rate range between $50-$55
• Employment consideration is contingent on passing a background, credit, and drug test