Junior Loan Officer

Company Overview

Mutual of Omaha Mortgage invests in your career from day one to your next promotion. We operate in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment where every team member strives to be the “best of the best,” fostering a highly entrepreneurial atmosphere. As a division of Mutual of Omaha Insurance, we are inspired by hometown values and are committed to caring for each other and our customers. Our full‑service lending division offers a complete line of residential mortgages, refinancing, and specialty loans, supported by an experienced staff of Loan Officers and an operations team that is second to none. By constantly updating loan programs and pricing based on market patterns, we deliver extremely competitive interest rates combined with optimal mortgage structuring.

Job Summary

The Junior Loan Officer provides administrative support to Loan Officers and delivers a high level of service to customers via email and phone. Responsibilities include providing information about the loan process, answering basic questions, gathering information as directed, marketing via social media, and outreach to past customers. This role offers the opportunity to grow into other positions over time.

Why Choose Mutual

• Work/Life Balance – Flexible schedules and robust benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) with match.
• Love What You Do – Play an integral role in helping clients with financial solutions, selling with integrity.
• Awesome Culture – Volunteer opportunities, company outings, and fun events like Bubble Hockey competitions.
• Growth and Advancement – Hard work creates future advancement opportunities.
• Coaching and Continued Training – Extensive call coaching for those new to mortgage or inside sales.
• Inbound Leads – Loan Officers receive a steady flow of inbound customer leads.

Requirements

• Previous sales or customer service experience (full‑time or part‑time).
• Mortgage experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Desire to succeed.
• Motivated, competitive, and driven.
• Great communicator and relationship builder.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required (utilization of Outlook a must).

Benefits

• Commission on closed/funded loans plus state/local minimum wage base hourly.
• Paid sick time – 40 hours after 90 days of employment (state sick time requirements added as needed).
• 9 paid holidays plus 1 cultural celebration day (floating holiday).
• Multiple PPO medical plans and an HDHP‑eligible plan.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Additional benefits – optional life, FSA, pet insurance, etc.
• 401(k) with a generous employer match.
• Free legal services.
• Employee loan program.
• Growth opportunities within the organization.

Schedule

40 hours/week, Monday – Friday.