At Guaranty Bank & Trust, we are passionate about helping others and our communities. We strive to stand out and be different, and as a result, our business is growing fast!

Guaranty Bank & Trust offers competitive pay and benefits, generous time off, continued training and career development. Do you want to work for a respected financial institution who supports innovation, promotes collaboration, is environmentally responsible, technology driven, ethical, and is willing to invest in your career? If so, we should meet!

Our company’s culture supports customers in achieving their financial goals and dreams. At the guidance of the direct supervisor you will be responsible for the origination of SBA (Small Business Administration) loans both 7a and 504. You’ll be able to help contribute to this by:

Job Duties:

• Achieving production levels through external business development activities with prospects, clients, referral sources and various community involvement activities.
• Work closely with location lenders to solicit SBA referrals, proving industry updates and education them on policy and procedures.
• Analyzing applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluation to determine feasibility of granting loans; making decisions to either: move forward with underwriting, deny or counter offer applicant as appropriate using SBA guidelines and bank policy. Ensures all decisions take into account appropriate risk factors and contribute to the overall safety and soundness of organization.
• Creating and maintaining referral networks with commercial real estate brokers, business brokers, business/professional associations, attorneys, CPA's, contractors, vendors, other banks, and any other referral sources to solicit SBA loan opportunities.
• Corresponding with or counseling customers in credit issues and loan requests.
• Developing collaborative relationships with the location staff and participate in cross-selling efforts including business lending, deposits, cash management, and personal banking, investment, and trust services.
• Providing reports on a periodic basis to Senior Management.
• Maintaining a working knowledge of lending regulations and bank policies and procedures related to the position.
• Maintaining a positive atmosphere for customers and employees consistent with the Bank's mission and philosophy while providing enthusiastic, professional and courteous service.
• Continuing professional development through training, seminars, membership in professional associations, as applicable.
• Contributing to the fulfillment of the department and the Bank's objectives and goals.
• Performing as a team member, and completes any other job-related duties as assigned.
• Comply with compliance and privacy policies and procedures to maintain confidentiality and information protection.
• Comply with all federal, state and local regulatory rules and regulations governing financial institutions, as well as all company policies and procedures.
• Complete and pass all required regulatory compliance training as assigned.
• Perform any additional duties and tasks assigned by management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of SBA Standard Operating Procedures.
• Business development skills.
• Superior loan evaluation ability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer knowledge.
• Detail oriented and highly accurate in processing work tasks and reports.
• Dependable and able to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, conscientious, analytical, courteous and cooperative.
• Proficient knowledge of commercial lending and applicable regulations.
• Proficient understanding of banking principles and guidelines.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.
• Good interpersonal skills with a high level of customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining communication with supervisors and managers.
• High level of knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act and OFAC related responsibilities in the performance of daily operations to ensure adherence to bank policies and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Education, Experience & Licenses:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business-related field required.
• Minimum of 5 Years of SBA lending experience.

Experience

• 5 year(s): A minimum of 5 Years of SBA lending experience.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Finance or related field

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)