Loan Officer

Loan Officer

 Job description

Who we are

We are a community bank committed to providing exceptional service and innovative banking solutions while making a difference in the communities we serve. We take great pride in the relationships we build and the lives we impact. We offer the strength of a big bank combined with local decision-making and hometown involvement, setting our community bank apart from the rest.

Our mission

Our mission is to support the financial goals of individuals and businesses in the communities we call home by offering every person a better banking experience.

Our values

• Passion: We have an unrelenting drive to be great. Quality service is our #1 priority.
• Commitment: We do not shy away from accountability. We together as a team and embrace the spirit of service.
• Leadership: We are competitive leaders in our markets and a go-to source for finance and lending.
• Community: We’re proud to support each other and our local communities. We win when our customers win.

About the role

The Loan Officer position specializes in providing loans and other banking products to clients across multiple areas, such as Personal, Mortgage, Business Banking, Agricultural, and Commercial lending. This role will play a part in growing and maintaining the bank’s portfolio and will make efforts to be a part of and improve the community in which they reside.

This position is located in Elkhorn, NE and is not a remote role.

What you will do

• Acts as the primary point of contact for those seeking loans, building relationships with clients during the process.
• Evaluates client/applicant’s credit to determine appropriate lending decision based on company risk-tolerance levels.
• Determines value or status of collateral as necessary during the loan application process.
• Develops a strong knowledge of bank’s products and identify opportunities to recommend other products or services to customers.
• Develops and execute sales strategies to either maintain or gain clients to increase commercial lending revenue and deposit growth.
• Builds relationships with key members of the community, building a network while continuing to service the needs of our existing customers.
• Builds and manages credit portfolios for clients.
• Ensures that customers receive exceptional customer service.
• Develops an understanding of internal bank policies, as well as a strong understanding of banking regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will need

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of lending experience desired.
• A desire to work within the community and offer solutions as suited.
• Strong communication and negotiating skills.

What we offer

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday time
• A competitive 401k match
• And more!

Candidate must pass a pre-employment screening including credit history and criminal record check.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.