Loan Interviewers and Clerks

SOC: 43-4131 O*NET: 43-4131.00
Median Salary
$48,950
per year
Job Growth
πŸ“‰ -2.3%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
13.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3

Interview loan applicants to elicit information; investigate applicants' backgrounds and verify references; prepare loan request papers; and forward findings, reports, and documents to appraisal department. Review loan papers to ensure completeness, and complete transactions between loan establishment, borrowers, and sellers upon approval of loan.

Overview

Interview loan applicants to elicit information; investigate applicants' backgrounds and verify references; prepare loan request papers; and forward findings, reports, and documents to appraisal department. Review loan papers to ensure completeness, and complete transactions between loan establishment, borrowers, and sellers upon approval of loan.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Distribution by Percentile

Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.

10th
$29,370
25th
$39,160
50th (Median)
$48,950
75th
$58,740
90th
$73,425

Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.

Typical Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

  • βœ“Health Insurance
  • βœ“Dental Insurance
  • βœ“Vision Insurance
  • βœ“Mental Health Support
  • βœ“Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

  • βœ“401(k) Retirement Plan
  • βœ“Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
  • βœ“Profit Sharing
  • βœ“Stock Options
  • βœ“Performance Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

  • βœ“Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
  • βœ“Paid Sick Leave
  • βœ“Flexible Work Arrangements
  • βœ“Remote Work Options
  • βœ“Parental Leave

Professional Development

  • βœ“Tuition Reimbursement
  • βœ“Professional Certifications
  • βœ“Conference Attendance
  • βœ“Training Programs
  • βœ“Mentorship Opportunities

Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.

Job Market Intelligence

Job Market Intelligence

Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:177,600

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:-2.3%
Annual Openings:13,300

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)177,600
Current
2034 (Projected)173,500
-2.3%
-4,100
Employment Change
-2.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: Decline

Key Growth Factors

  • β€’Employment decline projected

Top Skills

βœ“
Active Listening
Active Listening
βœ“
Speaking
Speaking
βœ“
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
βœ“
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
βœ“
Writing
Writing
βœ“
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
βœ“
Active Learning
Active Learning
βœ“
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
βœ“
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
βœ“
Time Management
Time Management

Key Knowledge Areas

βœ“
Customer and Personal Service
βœ“
English Language
βœ“
Administrative
βœ“
Computers and Electronics
βœ“
Law and Government
βœ“
Mathematics

Education & Training

Education Required

Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree

Experience Required

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required

Job Training

Training of more than one year