Rodney Nathaniel Simmons
Cell: 919-***-****
Home: 434-***-****
E-mail: abhjqs@r.postjobfree.com
To Whom It May Concern:
You will find most of the necessary background information contained in my
resume. However, I would like to mention that I am available for immediate
employment. I am also exploring the job market to obtain a position with a
firm that will appreciate my skills and willingness to work eagerly with
other people. I can definitely offer you longevity.
I was particularly attracted to your firm because you require a candidate
who is organized, has exceptional communication, a positive attitude,
strong attention to detail, highly motivated, and prior experience. This
is the perfect opening to combine my past management, customer service,
administrative, and military skills.
As you will notice on my resume, I have experience that is relevant to this
position. I strongly feel that my talents could be valuable to your
company in achieving its needs and goals as I am a bright, articulate, and
well groomed professional with excellent communication skills.
I would like very much to schedule a personal interview wherein we can
discuss both my enthusiasm and qualifications for a position with your
organization. I can be reached at the address, telephone, and e-mail
address listed above.
Thank You for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Rodney Simmons
Rodney Nathaniel Simmons
Cell 1-919-***-****
Home: 1-434-***-****
E-mail: abhjqs@r.postjobfree.com
Highlights of Qualifications:
* Advance knowledge of federal real estate finance and mortgage
related laws and regulations to include financial privacy, fair
lending, collections, bankruptcy, work-out, and foreclosure.
* Conventional, FHA / VA, bond housing authority, non-conforming,
FNMA/FHLMC loans and guideline experience.
* Fundamental knowledge of residential and commercial mortgage
loan origination.
* Complete and advance knowledge of mortgage and loan software
Loan Prospector, DU, LIS, Byte, LAPS, and Fidelity.
* Able to multi task in a high volume, fast paced work environment
with very tight deadlines.
* Strong written and verbal communications skills, teamwork and
customer service skills.
* Over 15 years of professional experience with the public
* Able to demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and
tasks simultaneously including developing new procedures,
systems, and forms.
* Understanding of various components of a law library with
research skills in the use of digests, encyclopedias, reporter
systems, Shepards, ALR, and citations.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Comprehensive knowledge of the Russian language.
Experience:
12/2009-03/2011: Mortgage Loan processor Wells Fargo Home
Mortgage, Raleigh, NC
* Processing loans approved by an underwriter or automated
decision system within designated signing authority limits.
* Responsible for processing Conventional, FHA, and VA originated
loans as well as re-financing loans.
* Contact clients regarding loan stipulations prior to submitting
package to underwriting.
* Verify all required information for loan submission to include
title, employment, insurance, credit report, appraisals, income,
and assets.
* Processed subordinations, requested payoffs, resolved appraisal
disputes, and clear any title issues.
* Responsible for verifying conditions of approval through
closing.
* Manage pipeline of up to 50 files from reception in fulfillment
center through closing.
* Maintain high levels of customer service while managing each
applicant's expectations.
01/2009-12/2009: Mortgage Loss Mitigation Underwriter Wells Fargo Home
Mortgage, Raleigh, NC
* Verify application information including employment history and
deposit information, obtaining and reviewing residential
mortgage credit reports, property appraisals and tax returns.
* Responsible for final loan decisions regarding the salability of
a workout according to the investor guidelines.
* Ensures compliance to legal, regulatory, and workout credit
policy in terms of loan documentation, credit approval, and
transactions; follows up to correct inconsistencies and monitor
resolution.
* Monitor and report portfolio risk for delinquencies, maturities,
overdrafts and accuracy of critical data to ensure timely
processing and minimize any negative impact.
02/2008-01/2009: Project Manager 23 Triad Web Design &
Marketing, Raleigh, NC
* Manage all business aspects of projects and ensure financial
targets are met while maintaining established quality
standards.
* Responsible for ensuring that the project is built according
to the requirements and is built correctly
* Act as liaison with customer and project staff to properly
identify and process scope changes, address issues,
communicate regarding project milestones, etc.
* Manages changes, handles problems and keeps the project
moving.
01/2007-02/2008: Medical Collector Professional Recovery
Consultants, Durham, NC
* Contacted clients in regards to past due balance of their
accounts.
* Developed and maintained a database of both current and
delinquent clients.
* Follow up contacted clients to insure that their payments are
current.
12/2004-01/2007: Mortgage Loan Officer Southside
Mortgage Corp, South Hill, VA
* Developed and maintained relationships with real estate brokers,
appraisers, builders, and title attorneys.
* Interviewed potential customers for home loans, commercial
loans, and refinancing.
* Responsible for originating and processing Conventional, FHA,
and VA complete loan packages.
* Responsible for the processing of loans approved by an in house
Underwriter or an automated decision system within designated
signing authority limits.
* Manage pipeline of over 40 clients from origination through
closing.
* Maintain high levels of customer service while managing each
applicant's expectations.
2001-2004: Military Legal Clerk U.S. Marine
Corps, Camp Lejeune, NC
* Organized, maintained, and coordinated procedures at the base
brig legal library.
* Assisted post Court-Martial Marines with legal research at the
base brig legal library.
* Assisted and guided post Court-Martial Marines with preparation
for Clemency and Parole hearings, and post conviction appeals.
1997-2001: Security Specialist/Tactical Rescue U.S.
Marine Corps, U.S.S Kearsarge
* Experienced in handling confidential material.
* Proofreading and checking content on investigative reports.
* Proven ability to communicate effectively in diverse
environments.
* Trained in diffusing hostile situations.
* Instruction, supervision and evaluation of 25 personnel.
* Qualified expert shooter in small arms and assault weapons.
1992-1997: Assistant Manager of Passenger Relations Trans World
Airlines; LGA / JFK, NY
* Resolve wide range of customer problems, applying diplomacy and
assertiveness to delay, airline emergencies, in flight problems,
and culture / communication barriers.
* Review Company procedures, identifying sources of high error
frequency and submitted recommendations to upper management.
* Completed written and verbal evaluations for assigned staff of
over 50 employees.
Education:
Education Direct: Associates of Applied
Science, Finance
Scranton, PA Paralegal
Certification.
Northwestern International
University: Bachelor of
Science: International Finance.
U.S. Marine Corps: Specialized Training:
Leadership, Diversity, Communications,
Firearms, and Physical Fitness.
Marine Corps Institute
Washington, D.C. Legal Administration
Clerk.
Financial Management.
Principles of Accounting.
Order
Writing Clerk.
Coastal Carolina
Community College
Jacksonville, NC: MS Office
certification (130 Hours).
City Investigative
Security School
New York, NY Security Training
Certification.
Trans World Airlines
St. Louis, MO: Air and Ground
Management school (8 Months).
Awards & Achievements:
U.S. Marine Corps:
National Defense Service Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
Kosovo Campaign Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Armed Forces Service Medal
Combat Action Ribbon
Navy Unit Commendation
Meritorious Unit Citation
Joint Meritorious Unit Citation
Iraq Liberation Medal
NATO Medal