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O*NET-SOC 13-2072.00

Loan Officers

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, loan underwriters, and payday loan officers.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Meet with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and to answer questions about the process.Core3408
  2. Analyze applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.Core3409
  3. Approve loans within specified limits, and refer loan applications outside those limits to management for approval.Core3407
  4. Explain to customers the different types of loans and credit options that are available, as well as the terms of those services.Core3410
  5. Submit applications to credit analysts for verification and recommendation.Core3416
  6. Review loan agreements to ensure that they are complete and accurate according to policy.Core3413
  7. Review and update credit and loan files.Core3412
  8. Obtain and compile copies of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements, and other financial information.Core3411
  9. Work with clients to identify their financial goals and to find ways of reaching those goals.Core3418
  10. Handle customer complaints and take appropriate action to resolve them.Core3417
  11. Supervise loan personnel.Supplemental3422
  12. Stay abreast of new types of loans and other financial services and products to better meet customers' needs.Core3415
  13. Market bank products to individuals and firms, promoting bank services that may meet customers' needs.Core3421
  14. Analyze potential loan markets and develop referral networks to locate prospects for loans.Core3425
  15. Compute payment schedules.Core3414
  16. Prepare reports to send to customers whose accounts are delinquent, and forward irreconcilable accounts for collector action.Supplemental3426
  17. Set credit policies, credit lines, procedures and standards in conjunction with senior managers.Supplemental3423
  18. Assist in selection of financial award candidates using electronic databases to certify loan eligibility.21635
  19. Authorize or sign mail collection letters.21636
  20. Calculate amount of debt and funds available to plan methods of payoff and to estimate time for debt liquidation.21637
  21. Confer with underwriters to resolve mortgage application problems.21638
  22. Contact applicants or creditors to resolve questions about applications or to assist with completion of paperwork.21639
  23. Contact borrowers with delinquent accounts to obtain payment in full or to negotiate repayment plans.21640
  24. Counsel clients on personal and family financial problems, such as excessive spending or borrowing of funds.21641
  25. Establish payment priorities according to credit terms and interest rates to reduce clients' overall costs.21642
  26. Inform individuals and groups about the financial assistance available to college or university students.21643
  27. Maintain and review account records, updating and recategorizing them according to status changes.21644
  28. Match individuals' needs and eligibility with available financial aid programs to provide informed recommendations.21645
  29. Review accounts to determine write-offs for collection agencies.21646
  30. Review billing for accuracy.21647

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 88 examples in 18 categories, 9 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Financial analysis software

  • 1003 Uniform Residential Loan Application
  • Amortization loan software
  • Bankers Systems Rembrandt Lending System
  • California Infinite LPS
  • Calyx Point
  • CGI-AMS CACS Enterprise
  • CGI-AMS Strata
  • Click1003 Online Mortgage Application
  • Credit and risk analysis software
  • Credit fraud detection software
  • Credit underwriting software
  • Delphi Discovery
  • Dun and Bradstreet Global DecisionMaker
  • Dynamic Loanledger
  • eCredit Enterprise
  • Ellie Mae Contour
  • Ellie Mae Genesis
  • Equifax Advanced Decisioning
  • Equifax InterConnect
  • Experian Credinomics
  • Experian Detect
  • Experian FraudShield
  • Experian Quest
  • Experian Retention Triggers
  • Fair Isaac Application Risk Model Software
  • Fair Isaac Capstone Decision Manager
  • Fair Isaac Falcon ID
  • Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriter
  • FAS Loan Service Plus
  • Financial Industry Computer Systems Loan Originator
  • Financial Industry Computer Systems Loan Producer
  • Freddie Mac Loan Prospector
  • Harland Financial Solutions DecisionPro
  • Harland Interlinq MortgageWare
  • IA Systems StreamLend
  • Indus Lending Solutions
  • Integra Destiny Loan Origination
  • LA PRO Loan Administrator Pro
  • Loan application processing software
  • Loan origination software
  • Moody's KMV CreditEdge
  • Moody's KMV Decisions
  • Moody's KMV Financial Analyst
  • Moody's KMV Risk Advisor
  • Moody's KMV Risk Analyst
  • Opportunity management system OMS
  • Plimus Loan Artist
  • QuikDraw Loan Management System
  • RealBenefits Amortization Loan
  • Technicost LOS
  • The Mortgage Office Loan Origination
  • The Mortgage Office Loan Servicing
  • VueCentric MortgageDashboard
  • White Clarke North America Credit Adjudication and Lending Management

Accounting software

  • Bottom Line LoanMaster Loan Servicing
  • Financial Industry Computer Systems Loan Accountant
  • Tax software

Information retrieval or search software

  • CGI-AMS BureauLink Enterprise
  • LexisNexis

Development environment software

  • Common business oriented language COBOL

Transaction server software

  • Customer information control system CICS

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

  • Datatel Colleague
  • Oracle PeopleSoftHot Technology
  • SAP softwareHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

  • EDExpress
  • ELM Resources ELM
  • EMT Applications CounselorMax
  • FileMaker Pro
  • Financial aid management system FAM
  • Microsoft AccessHot Technology
  • Student information systems SIS software
  • SunGard Higher Education Banner Financial Aid
  • Sungard Higher Education PowerFAIDS

Document management software

  • eOriginal eCore Business Suite

Content workflow software

  • Equifax Application Engine
  • Experian Transact SM

Office suite software

  • Experian Strategy Management
  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

  • IBM Notes
  • Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Customer relationship management CRM software

  • Microsoft Dynamics

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Internet browser software

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • Web browser software

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Compliance software

  • Wolters Kluwer Financial Services ComplianceOne

Video conferencing software

  • ZoomHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Gather financial records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Interview clients to gather financial information.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

  • Compute debt repayment schedules.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

  • Assess financial status of clients.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Processing Information

  • Verify accuracy of records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Verify accuracy of financial information.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Verify application data to determine program eligibility.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

  • Examine financial records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

  • Analyze market conditions or trends.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Authorize financial actions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Develop financial plans for clients.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Update professional knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Developing Objectives and Strategies

  • Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Maintain data in information systems or databases.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 23 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Replaces 3
    • Augments 17
    • Supports 2
    • Informs 1

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

  • Educate clients on financial planning topics.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Interpret financial information for others.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with People Outside the Organization

  • Inform individuals or organizations of status or findings.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Selling or Influencing Others

  • Market products, services, or events.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

  • Correspond with customers to answer questions or resolve complaints.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise employees.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

  • Recommend products or services to customers.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Advise others on financial matters.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing Administrative Activities

  • Submit financial applications.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill2 of 25
Distinct tools27
Level mix
  • Replaces 3
  • Augments 17
  • Supports 5
  • Informs 2

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.