Mortgage Loan Officer
Legence Bank
Carbondale, IL · Posted September 2, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Mortgage Loan Officer
Job Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
The Mortgage Loan Officer performs the core duties of a mortgage lender, including taking applications, underwriting loans, and closing mortgage transactions. This role is also responsible for developing new business, maintaining and servicing an existing loan portfolio, and advising borrowers on questions related to their financial status.
Essential Functions
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help qualified individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.
Demonstrates strong working knowledge of all bank products, services, policies and procedures.
Be able to underwrite, approve and close or deny mortgage loans per Legence Bank’s Loan Policy and FreddieMac Guidelines.
Be able to underwrite per RocketMortgage TPO guidelines.
Utilize sales management training and tools to identify and refer current and prospective clients.
Effectively partner with other team members and departments to deliver the full complement of Legence Bank products and services.
Build external relationships through meeting with realtors, participating in civic groups and attending networking functions throughout the bank network.
Cross-sell applicable products and services to existing portfolio customers to help make Legence their primary bank.
Work with Branch Managers and their teams to assist and acquire new prospective customer relationships.
Prospect for clients independently by utilizing referral sources, existing customers, and centers of influence.
Be an ambassador for Legence Bank within the community through participation in bank sponsored events, philanthropic opportunities and civic events.
Adhere to all Legence Bank and AFMFS service standards, serving as an example to other team members, as well to our customers.
Represent and promote the company within the community through participation in bank sponsored events, philanthropic opportunities and civic events.
All other duties assigned
Competencies
Ethical
Detail, Goal, & Customer Oriented
Relationship Building
Organized
Accountability & Communication
Dependable
Decision Making
Initiative/Self-Starter
Time Management
Working Under Pressure
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Three (3) years of Mortgage Lending Experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Able to Quickly Learn New Software
Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Education and Experience
Five (5) Years’ Experience in a Financial Setting
Five (5) Years’ Experience in Mortgage Lending
We understand that benefits matter – we offer a competitive benefit package for all full-time employees which includes:
A workplace built on respect, integrity, and balance
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage options
401(k) Plan + Company Match
Competitive Pay starting at $27.50/hr
Career growth and opportunities for promotions
Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Sick Time
Training for Professional and Career Development
Generous parental leave
Potential for annual performance bonus
Potential referral incentives & commissions
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
1. Must Obtain NMLS Status Within 60 Days Upon Hiring
Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)
AAP/EEO Statement
Legence Bank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.