MERS Specialist I

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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Responsible for the efficient and accurate reconciliation of Mortgage Electronic Registration System (MERS) data and documents. Act as first line of defense to maintain compliance with all MERS imposed requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 

Execute MERS document review in accordance with MERS guidelines Update appropriate internal and external systems of record to ensure accurate loan level data required for MERS adherence Stay current on knowledge of MERS requirements and timeline expectations Identify and communicate adverse issues, trends or inefficiencies to management and other lines of business along with proposed solutions; contribute to agreed upon resolutions. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external business partners, managing expectations and accountability All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• College degree or comparable education and experience
• One to two years of mortgage, banking, banking operations, or comparable education
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products to include Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:
• Two or more years of retail banking, banking operations, or experience in a law firm or corporate setting
• Strong research and investigation skills

• Proficiency with banking software, deposit account systems, or mortgage servicing systems                                                                                                                                                                                
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize a significant volume  of work with simultaneous deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently and make effective decisions consistent with role and responsibilities

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

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þ   Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

þ   Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.

þ   Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.

þ   Travel (Must select one)

Up to 25%

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