AgWest Farm Credit ยท 1 day ago
Loan Specialist
AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. They are seeking a Loan Specialist I or II to provide administrative assistance in originating, disbursing, and servicing customer loans.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceLending
Responsibilities
Perform administrative duties including typing correspondence and documents, establishing and maintaining electronic files, and greeting customers in person and on the phone
Gather, accurately enter, and maintain customer information and customer financial information into applicable systems to assist in loan document generation, account monitoring/servicing, and reporting
Perform required due diligence investigations of loan applicants, including public records searches, credit bureau reports, employment, income, assets and liabilities; order title evidence and appraisals, and complete other collateral due diligence as needed
Review customer loan documents for accuracy and present to customer for signing and/or facilitate closings as assigned
Comply with closing requirements and disburse loans as authorized, coordinate booking and certification of loans, within authorities
Respond to customer inquiries and process customer transactions including disbursements, internal account transfers, etc
Maintain an accurate database and complete assigned relationship plan actions
Monitor follow-up requirements in assigned areas
Handle customer information with a high degree of confidentiality
Ensure appropriate information security protocols are followed in order to prevent unauthorized transactions or releases of information
Comply with documentation expectations, procedures, laws and regulations
Participate in community events, local advisor meetings, customer appreciation days, farm visits and other customer and public relation related activities, as needed
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to produce accurate reports, documents, and correspondence through attention to detail and knowledge of correct spelling, grammar and sentence structure
Exceptional customer service orientation
Ability to work efficiently and effectively on multiple projects in multiple software programs
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Preferred
Training in general office skills
Experience in commercial lending, banking or related field
General knowledge of applicable credit laws and regulations
General knowledge of agricultural practices
Knowledge of credit investigation and verification practices
Knowledge of platting and legal descriptions
Knowledge of accounting principles and processes
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)
Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 12 holidays and 3 volunteer
401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!
Company
AgWest Farm Credit
AgWest Farm Credit provides agricultural lender and crop insurance services to farmers, ranchers, and timber harvesters.
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