Special Initiatives Officer I

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Job Description Essential Functions: Process, underwrite, and close loans for borrowers applying to PHFA for home repair programs. Communicate by phone and email with loan applicants to explain how to borrow money from PHFA. Develop an electronic file, from a checklist, showing that the loan meets PHFA lending requirements, that it will help the borrower with their home maintenance issues, and that it is likely to be repaid. Accurately request disbursements of loan proceeds. Requirements: Compassion for people who may be facing challenges keeping a roof over their head. Basic knowledge of mortgages, including mortgage terminology. Comfortable with Microsoft Office WORD, OUTLOOK, and basic EXCEL. Organized, detail oriented, and a clear speaker and writer. Accurate when doing calculations using basic Excel. Prior experience in a professional, office environment. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma. Must have 1-3 years of relevant work experience. Qualifications Bachelor of Arts, High School, Relevant professional experience (1-3 years) Experience Relevant professional experience (1-3 years) EEO Statement As an employer, PHFA is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and reflects the residents that it serves. We strive to maintain a workplace where all employees and applicants for employment receive equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. There are numerous policies in place at PHFA to help us honor this commitment. The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, family status, gender, national origin, political affiliation, race or religion. Diversity Statement PHFA values, honors and commits to the equitable treatment and elimination of discrimination in all forms. We are committed to the diversity of all staff, and in all programs and services offered.