Retail Credit HMDA Specialist I

United Community is seeking an experienced and motivated Retail Credit HMDA Specialist!

The main responsibility of the HMDA Specialist is to review and validate all HMDA data for consumer and/or small business loans, both originated and non-originated.  This position will conduct and/or participate in ongoing audits of loan applications for HMDA applicability, will become a subject matter expert in the HMDA work processes for both Consumer and Small Business, test and implement new HMDA work procedures, and perform correction and tracking of HMDA errors and omissions.  The HMDA Specialist is expected to communicate effectively.  Under minimal supervision, the position will perform a wide variety of functions relating to the HMDA documentation for all consumer and small business loan requests.

The position is available in Greenville, SC or Blairsville, GA

• Review all Consumer applications for adherence to the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act/HMDA, including non-originated applications.
• Review performance and offer process improvement recommendations for the current application system or other Consumer and/or small Business loan processes as they relate to HMDA administration.
• Assist in development and/or maintenance of a tracking system for HMDA errors and omissions with subsequent management reporting.
• Ensure that the loan application register is up to date and submitted to Compliance in a consistent timely manner.
• Assist in preparation for audits and/or examinations.
• Participate in all required compliance training, as well as internal and external training programs, online training, meetings, or other education events as assigned by Loan Ops and Bank leadership
• Adhere to Corporate and Loan Operations policies and procedures as prescribed
• Exemplify behaviors in alignment with the bank’s vision, mission, and culture; exhibit professionalism at all times
• Provide world-class service to internal and external clients with a sense of urgency and positive attitude
• Demonstrate exceptional organization and time management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities to meet multiple deadlines

• High School graduate or similar certificate and equivalent experience in an acceptable related field.
• 1 – 2 year’s work experience in a financial institution with a focus on due diligence with loan documentation.
• 1+ year(s) HMDA experience.
• Knowledge of consumer and commercial loan documentation.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Meridian Link, Unity, Navigator, and UCB internal banking systems.
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including but not limited to Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to multi-task
• Must have knowledge of fundamentals of lending and loan processing for a variety of loans.
• Ability to identify and appropriately escalate issues requiring problem solving and decision making

• Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check
• This is a full-time, non-remote position 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and become a vital part of our team!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.