Columbia Bank · 4 weeks ago
CRE Loan Administrator Homebuilder
Mountlake Terrace, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $105K/yr
4+ years expColumbia Bank is seeking a CRE Loan Administrator Homebuilder to manage the administration and management of the Commercial loan process. The role involves close partnership with Commercial Relationship Managers and includes responsibilities such as documentation, closing, and monitoring complex loans, while ensuring compliance with bank regulations.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Manages and monitors complex loans on an ongoing, day-to-day, and transactional basis working in close partnership with the Commercial Relationship Manager. Acts as the primary liaison with customers, attorneys, inspectors and title company representatives, during all phases of financing
Ensures all terms of the loan as approved are incorporated in the loan documents. Ensures all closing conditions are met and loans are closed and disbursed within time frames
Responsible for set up and monitoring loan and financial ticklers to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Administers a real estate portfolio in accordance with credit policy requirements for risk management. Analyzes title insurance commitment reports including title exceptions and prepares tile/escrow instructions
May provide monthly construction draw analysis, reconciliation and disbursement. May process all types of draw requests and recommend approval. Ensures all necessary documentation has been received
Prepares data input sheets and provides information so that loans may be boarded on the proper servicing system and ensures all loan coding is correct
Monitors note rate re-pricing, fixings and other pre-and post-closing tasks
Maintain files with sufficient documentation for third-party review; prepares files for timely audits. Reviews and analyzes land surveys and environmental reports
Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes
Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training
Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description
May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert
Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words
Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate
Embraces our vision to become 'Business Bank of Choice'
May perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED, required
4-7 years of relevant loan administration and real estate lending experience, required
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent loan administration experience with knowledge of letters of credit, borrower-based lending, multi-phased construction and multiple collateral properties
Thorough knowledge of commercial finance, law, documentation, accounting and data systems
Advanced technical expertise in loan closing and administration
Demonstrated ability to close commercial loans and administer complex commercial loan portfolios
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage internal and external customer relationships
Proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as Word and Excel, and other business machines
Ability to train and present to small and large audiences or has the interest in learning to train and present
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent, preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
An employee assistance program
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Mental health resources
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Access to an online discount marketplace
Paid vacation
Sick days
Volunteer days
Holidays
Company
Columbia Bank
Columbia Bank is a provider of personal and business banking services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Kelly Kelly
VP, Human Resources Business Partner
Todd Leber
Chief Commercial Banking Officer
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