What are the responsibilities and job description for the Member Lending Specialist position at Community First Credit Union?
As a Consumer Loan Lending Specialist, you will work closely with our members to uncover their financial needs and offer exceptional consumer loan products. Do you have a passion for service? A love of lending? Want the opportunity to “Find A Way” for those you serve? Community First believes in the value of personal relationships with our members. Turn strong phone and web traffic into conversations that can be life-changing for our members in this critical role.
As a Consumer Loan Lending Specialist with Community First Credit Union, you will:
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Deliver exceptional, “WOW” service - every day, every time
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Interact with members over the telephone to uncover financial needs and provide appropriate solutions utilizing products and services available within the credit union
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Be key in telling the member’s story and working with the underwriting team to identify the best possible solutions for our members, including Home Equity, HELOC, balloon, vehicle, and a wide variety of other consumer loan products
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Determine the best avenue for loan disbursement to ensure convenience for the member and in support of branch appointment guidelines and contact center goals
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Customize protection solutions for all applicable lending products to include, but not limited to, payment protection, guarantee asset protection, and warranty
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Address member questions or concerns pertaining to their accounts, mortgage loans, commercial loans, credit cards, and other products or services offered by the credit union
- Recognize opportunities to cross-sell all credit union products and referral services to increase services per household and deepen member relationships
We are open in the Member Contact Center from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The schedule for this position encompasses our hours of operation, including a rotating Saturday morning.
We are looking for a combination of:
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Associate’s Degree in a banking, finance, business, or related field
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Two years’ relevant experience, including prior lending and financial services experience
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; strong time management and organizational skills
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Familiarity with Microsoft office suite and web-based software packages
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The ability to work hard, find solutions, and have fun
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Passion for providing outstanding service to our members – internal and external