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Loan Support Specialist III

Loan Operations

Tacoma,

Washington

Roseburg,

Oregon

Liberty Lake,

Washington

Phoenix,

Arizona

Description

About Us:

At Umpqua, we create a great place to work by offering a unique brand of relationship banking and fostering a culture where associates thrive. We are dedicated to supporting our customers and communities, and we can only achieve this through the dedication of ourassociates.

We value Trust, Ownership, Growth, Empathy, Teamwork, Heart, Enjoyment, and Relationships, and we are eager to meet candidates who embody these core values. We are always on the lookout for results-focused individuals who can think independently, work collaboratively, and support our broader purpose.

Think of us as financial partners, because at Umpqua, we believe the best way forward is together. Together for people. Together for business. Together for better.

About the Role:

The Loan Support Specialist III is responsible for theservicingofconsumer, smallbusiness, SBA and commercial loan servicing within an environment of high work volumes and established deadlines. Works on assignments that are highly complex in nature where independent action and a high degree of initiative are required in resolving problems and developing recommendations. Independently handles production tasks requiring knowledge of loan documentation, regulations, policies and procedures. This role interacts with bank staff at all levels in multiple departments, customers, escrow/title personnel, attorney’s and various levels of external professionals. Actsindependently to determine methods and proceduresonnew assignments.

+ Perform loan servicing activities such as general loan maintenance, processing loan payments, data entry, loan document creation, lien perfection, escrow/tax support, flood review or general ledger reconciliation.

+ Responsible for the transaction and processing of complex consumer, small business, SBA and commercial/business loan products, required documentation, in accordance with theorganizationsworkflow, ensuringregulation, policy, and procedures practices are followed.

+ Provide outstanding service and timely response to requests from internal and external customers.

+ Captures andmay be asked to analyze, and review report metrics to assist leadership in coordinating and adjusting workflow.

+ Participate in continuous improvement efforts to and regularly assist in the identification and implementation of workflow improvements.

+ Perform work accurately and within assigned deadlines. Provide timely communication of work status so any incomplete work can be redistributed across the team.

+ Act as a Loan Servicing subject matter expert (SME) both internally and externally. Assist others in understanding theorganizationsprocesses, procedures and policies.

+ Assist leadership in training/leading others while providing guidance for overall performance improvement across the department. Will becross-trainedto assist and back-up others throughout Loan Support Services

+ Participateonproject teams within division and across departments with intentional collaboration across all channels.

+ Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.

+ Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.

+ Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.

+ May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.

+ Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Umpqua corporate culture in all actions and words.

+ Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.

+ Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”

+ May perform other duties as assigned.

About** **You:

+ High SchoolDiploma or GED. Required

+ Associate’s degreein Business, accounting, finance or related field.Preferred.

+ 4-7 yearsof advanced consumer, SBA or commercial/business loan servicing orequivalent experience.Required

+ Demonstrated working knowledge of consumer, SBA and commercial/business loan experience, advanced banking, lending products, services and lending documentation including loan regulations, policies and procedures.

+ Ability to muti-task and adjust appropriately to frequent changes in dailywork flow.

+ Excellent math, analytical, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.

+ Comprehensive understanding of consumer, SBA or commercial/business loan regulations, policies and procedures.

+ Advanced skills using computer software including Word, Excel, loan servicing systems and other office equipment.

+ Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

+ Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

**Job Location(s):** Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).

This evergreen requisition is designed to support ongoing hiring needs within our Loan Operations team. Multiple positions are available; we continuously review candidates to fillopenrole as they arise. Qualified candidates may be considered immediately, whileothers may be kept in our pipeline for future opportunities. Below are the current locations where the team is hiring.

Liberty Lake, WA

Tacoma, WA

Roseburg, OR

Phoenix, AZ

Our** **Benefits:

We offer a competitive total rewards package including basewagesand comprehensive benefits. Thepayrange for this role is $22.00 - $28.00,and the pay rate for theselected candidate isdependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The rolemay beeligible for performance-based incentive compensation and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to** **Diversity** **:

Umpqua Bank isan equal opportunityand affirmative actionemployercommitted to employing, engaging, and developinga diverse workforce.Allqualifiedapplicants will receive considerationfor employmentwithout regard to race, color,national origin,religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics.If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s),please let us know by email: [email protected] .

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Our posted job opportunities are onlyintendedfor individuals seekingemploymentat Umpqua Bank.Umpqua Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Umpqua Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions.Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications,or resumestothis site or toany Umpqua Bank employeeand any such submissionswill be consideredunsolicitedunlessrequesteddirectlyby a member of the Talent Acquisition team.