Are you a banking professional with a drive to make a real impact? Do you have a passion for helping people to achieve their dreams by utilizing your experience in mortgage lending? If you do, then we have a role that’s perfect for you.

We are seeking a results-driven Mortgage Loan Officer to join our team in Hutchinson or Litchfield, MN. This position will generate new business through referrals, underwriting, structuring, closing real estate loans, and servicing an existing portfolio. Additionally, it will require business development and community involvement.

We Are the Perfect Fit If You:

• Have the ability and desire to go above and beyond for our customers.
• Believe in integrity and build success by developing relationships with others.
• Independent self-starter who can sell and develop strong relationships.
• Have good listening skills and the ability to determine customers’ needs efficiently.
• Maintain a consistent positive attitude.

Loan Officer Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop relationships with new and current clients.
• Contact customers to discuss loan needs.
• Evaluate credit and financial histories.
• Determine the best loan products for the customer's needs.
• Process and submit loan applications and documentation.
• Advise clients on loan status.
• Maintain and update client account records.
• Coordinate with the team to meet the scheduled closing date.

You Will Need

• High School Diploma, bachelor's degree in finance, business, or accounting preferred.
• At least 2 years of professional experience as a mortgage lender or mortgage loan processor.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal loan regulations, including TRID.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Navigator, Encompass, or other mortgage loan processing platforms.
• An outgoing, friendly, and enthusiastic team-oriented personality.

Home State Bank is a family-owned community bank in west central Minnesota, deeply rooted in the vibrant communities of Willmar, Cosmos, Litchfield, and Hutchinson. Our Mission is not just to support and grow our communities, but to do so in a way that involves and empowers every individual, helping them overcome financial challenges and achieve economic success.

Our Guiding Principles

• Customer Focused-We are committed to total customer satisfaction. We are friendly, we build relationships and solve challenges.
• Collective Wisdom- We are knowledgeable, continuously learning, and innovative in meeting our customers' financial needs.
• Community Driven-We build strong communities and volunteer our time, knowledge, and resources.
• Committed-We work hard and embrace change with an optimistic attitude. We are reliable, accountable, flexible, and enthusiastic.
• Collaboration-We are courteous, kind, and professional. We work together to strengthen and enrich the lives of our customers and employees.

At Home State Bank, we promise to partner in achieving financial success. We offer Real People, Real Relationships , and Real Results . Our unique selling points include local decision-making and swift loan approvals. We know our customers by name and are proud to be an integral part of our local community, supporting businesses and families in achieving their dreams. This sense of community, where everyone is a part of something bigger, is at the heart of Home State Bank.

This role's typical annual/hourly base pay range is between $27 and $37 per hour. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on organizational and personal performance.

Home State Bank has established various competitive benefits designed to assist our employees in living healthy lives and preparing for retirement. These benefits include comprehensive healthcare (medical and dental), life insurance, a 401k with Employer Contributions, generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time.

Join the Home State Bank team today!

Home State Bank is committed to equal employment opportunities. Because of this, all employment decisions will be based only on work-related factors such as experience, education, training, and performance and not due to any legally protected class, including but not limited to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position can work in the office at our Hutchinson or Litchfield locations or select a hybrid arrangement.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.