Mortgage Appraisal Administrative Assistant
Mercantile Bank of Michigan in Grand Rapids, MI or Holland, MI is looking to hire a full-time Mortgage Appraisal Administrative Assistant. Do you have a passion for real estate? Do you like to "be in the know?" Are you organized and have the ability to work on your own supporting a winning team? If so, please read on!
This Mortgage Appraisal Administrative Assistant position offers a competitive wage based on skills and experience. You would also be eligible for a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), paid vacation and sick time, life insurance, a 401(k) with a match at 100% up to the first 5% of your contribution, discounted bank services, adoption assistance, exceptional training and development opportunities, and more! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!
MERCANTILE BANK OF MICHIGAN STORY
Founded in 1997 with the firm belief that our customers, employees, and communities are best served by financial institutions with local ties, we have a strong and extensive commercial and retail banking presence in Michigan. We work together to solve problems and are leaders in the industry when it comes to innovative products. As a community bank, we are able to offer products that are tailored to meet the unique needs of our local customers.
We hire people that are able to connect, listen, and deliver the best solutions to our customers and communicate with integrity every time. Our employees are actively involved in the communities we serve. We get that they spend almost as much time at work as they do at home, so they need an environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential. We get that attractive compensation and benefit plans are important. We get that feeling valued, accepted and respected is key. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent in the markets we serve. We are a great place to work and grow. So come see for yourself why we have been named one of "West Michigan's 101 best and brightest companies to work for."
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MORTGAGE APPRAISAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
You are the only one on the Mortgage team that does this job. It is your responsibility to streamline and organize the appraisal process, an important stage in a multi-step process for our customers. You will take pride in being part of our customers new home purchase or refinance. You love to interact with your internal team members, giving status updates, clarifying questions and sometimes having to be the bearer of bad news (well, maybe not that one). You will build external relationships with appraisers as you obtain status updates from them. You will track and provide feedback to management on irregularities or disputes with lenders or appraisers.
Throughout the day, you will monitor all incoming appraisals, review for major property issues and update files on the bank's systems. You know that it is important to prioritize this task as it is integral in the mortgage process.
The mortgage industry is always changing so you will learn new things all of the time. You will be happy to contribute to the department's, "See Something, Say Something" culture by looking for and suggesting efficiencies and ways to enhance our customer's experience with us.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A MORTGAGE APPRAISAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
At least 2 years' experience in an administrative support position.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience or knowledge of the mortgage lending process is preferred.
Experience with residential appraisal documents is preferred.
Ability to read, comprehend and identify something that doesn't look right.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be organized and have the ability to work independently.
Excellent time management skills are a must.
WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION
This position will have the option to work at our beautifully renovated corporate office at 310 Leonard NW, Grand Rapids or our brand new Holland location. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
READY TO JOIN OUR MORTGAGE TEAM?
We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this lending position, please fill out our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
