Property & Preservation Specialist III

Overview: This position is an integral role within M&Ts Property Preservation team that will execute day-to-day functions including reviewing monthly property inspections provided by vendors to decide if securing is needed, to confirm vacancy, to review property conditions, and/or assist inspectors with gaining access to the property. Part of reviewing property conditions includes monitoring the insurance claim process for damaged properties and repair bids placed by our vendors. Review of fees assessed/pending to assist in the creation of quotes. The Specialist III will also have a portfolio of Consumer loan properties to monitor for first time vacancy and complete monthly vacant property condition reviews. Additionally, the Specialist will work with our Property Preservation Escalation Team to monitor ongoing escalated property issues. Liaise with our Vendors, Accounting, Claims, and Foreclosure groups. Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies as well as investor guidelines. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Complete other related duties as assigned. Primary Responsibilities: Reviewing and monitoring various Property Preservation securing tasks to determine what actions are needed. Reviewing inspection reports provided by vendors on their designated systems. Monitor damaged properties for outstanding repair bids, insurance claims, and claim settlement Liaise with Property Preservation Vendors, Accounting, Claims and Foreclosure groups. Review monthly inspections based on vacancy reports provided by vendor. Maintain fees and costs queue in mortgage servicing system by tracking what costs have occurred and what have yet to be applied to customer's accounts. Indicate what charges might occur in the near future. Maintain a Consumer loan portfolio for first time vacancy checklist completion and subsequent monthly vacant property condition reviews. Work a portfolio of ongoing escalated property issues in collaboration with the Property Preservation Escalation Team Adhere to applicable compliance/operational risk controls in accordance with Company or regulatory standards and policies. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Complete other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience Required: A combined 4 years higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 2 years Mortgage Default and/or Property preservation experience. Education and Experience Preferred: Bachelors degree. Knowledge of departmental software and M&T Bank systems. 5 years Mortgage Default and/or property preservation experience. Prior departmental experience preferred. M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $22.61 - $37.67 Hourly (USD). The successful candidates particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location Getzville, New York, United States of America Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in peoples lives and uplift the communities we serve. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&Ts affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Banks traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communitiescombining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. View M&Ts Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today! If you are unable to apply through this site due to technical issues or need an accommodation to apply, please contact us at careersitesupport@mtb.com for assistance. M&T Bank is unwavering when it comes to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws. M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug free workplace. Career Site Privacy Notice