Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Leadership And Volunteer Engagement
Certification
Leadership Strengths
Key Leadership Achievements
Timeline
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Devita Cole

Douglasville,GA

Summary

Financial services professional with 20+ years of experience in loan servicing operations, lending support, and cross-functional initiatives within credit unions and financial institutions. Recognized for strengthening operational processes, improving lending workflows, and supporting executive leadership through policy coordination and compliance. Collaborative leader who mentors teams, builds efficient procedures, and helps organizations navigate growth and transition.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Loan Operations Coordinator

Peach State Federal Credit Union
Atlanta, GA
11.2020 - Current
  • Lead operational oversight of loan servicing functions including collateral tracking, vehicle titles, mortgage escrow analysis, and servicing corrections.
  • Coordinate cross‑department lending operations ensuring compliance with credit union policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as an operational partner to executive leadership by preparing board reports, governance documentation, and policy updates.
  • Guide staff onboarding and operational training to maintain consistent service standards across departments.
  • Participate in organizational transition initiatives including system updates, workflow improvements, and operational alignment.
  • Oversee vendor coordination related to member communications, statement processing, and marketing initiatives.
  • Strengthen employee engagement through internal communication, staff events, and community outreach initiatives.
  • Improved loan servicing workflows and documentation processes supporting organizational growth.
  • Served on internal teams guiding operational transition during credit union merger and system updates.
  • Recognized for collaborative leadership and ability to manage multiple operational responsibilities simultaneously.

Performing Loan Consultant

Shellpoint Mortgage Services (NewRez)
Remote
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Provided mortgage servicing expertise by resolving complex member inquiries related to escrow accounts, payments, and refinancing options while maintaining high service and performance standards.

Claims Specialist – Property/Casualty

State Farm
Atlanta, GA
08.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed complex claims investigations and prepared detailed estimates using Xactimate while ensuring excellent customer service and regulatory compliance.

Bank Technician

State Farm Bank
Atlanta, GA
09.2016 - 08.2018
  • Supported mortgage lending operations including rate pricing, exception processing, and compliance reviews.

Claims Associate – Initial Loss Reporting

State Farm
Atlanta, GA
11.2015 - 09.2016
  • Handled high‑volume inbound calls while providing professional guidance during the initial claims process.

Loan Support Team Leader

Marriott Employees Federal Credit Union
Bethesda, MD
01.2008 - 08.2015
  • Supervised loan support operations including document management, title liens, loan corrections, and regulatory compliance.

IT Coordinator

Taylor Model Basin Federal Credit Union
Bethesda, Maryland
05.2005 - 01.2008

Managed credit union back office operations, including drafting procedures and training staff.
Completed Symitar Proweron report programming training to enhance operational capabilities.
Executed end-of-day core system settlements, load patches, and updates efficiently.
Processed ACH and wire transfers, share drafts, and debit card transactions accurately.
Conducted OFAC database comparisons and managed IRS file transfers and credit reporting.
Generated account statements and tax forms alongside other operational functions.
Updated credit union website content and addressed online banking inquiries promptly.
Provided backup support for teller line as required.

Education

Business Administration And Management

Strayer University
Rockville, MD

Skills

  • Leadership Strengths
  • Loan Operations & Servicing Leadership
  • Operational Process Improvement
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Team Development & Staff Training
  • Policy Development & Board Reporting
  • Cross Department Collaboration
  • Project Coordination & Organizational Change
  • Member Experience & Service Excellence
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Community Engagement & Organizational Culture

Community Leadership And Volunteer Engagement

  • East Atlanta Village Business Association, Marketing & Events Committee Member
  • Berkmar High School Band Boosters Club, President, 2019–2020
  • Girl Scouts Council Nations Capital, Service Unit Manager & Money Manager
  • Marriott Spirit to Serve Our Communities Day, Team Leader
  • Children’s Miracle Network, Volunteer
  • Atlanta BeltLine Revitalization, Volunteer
  • Women in Technology – Atlanta, Member

Certification

  • Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor (CCUFC), Credit Union National Association
  • NMLS, 2306567
  • Notary Public

Leadership Strengths

  • Loan Operations & Servicing Leadership
  • Operational Process Improvement
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Team Development & Staff Training
  • Policy Development & Board Reporting
  • Cross Department Collaboration
  • Project Coordination & Organizational Change
  • Member Experience & Service Excellence
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Community Engagement & Organizational Culture

Key Leadership Achievements

  • Led operational coordination during organizational transition and system changes supporting credit union growth and service continuity.
  • Strengthened loan servicing workflows, improving documentation accuracy and operational efficiency across multiple lending functions.
  • Supported executive leadership through board reporting, policy coordination, and governance documentation.
  • Developed internal communication and training initiatives that improved staff engagement and cross‑department collaboration.
  • Generated member engagement initiatives that produced approximately $6,000 in referral incentives.

Timeline

Loan Operations Coordinator

Peach State Federal Credit Union
11.2020 - Current

Performing Loan Consultant

Shellpoint Mortgage Services (NewRez)
03.2020 - 11.2020

Claims Specialist – Property/Casualty

State Farm
08.2018 - 03.2020

Bank Technician

State Farm Bank
09.2016 - 08.2018

Claims Associate – Initial Loss Reporting

State Farm
11.2015 - 09.2016

Loan Support Team Leader

Marriott Employees Federal Credit Union
01.2008 - 08.2015

IT Coordinator

Taylor Model Basin Federal Credit Union
05.2005 - 01.2008

Business Administration And Management

Strayer University
Devita Cole