What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Lending Officer position at Jefferson Bank?
JOB FUNCTION:
This position will develop loan and deposit business by calling on small to middle market commercial companies, professionals and associations primarily located in the San Antonio and surrounding market areas. Manage the loan process including credit underwriting, loan documentation and ongoing loan portfolio management.
Play an active role in the community to further develop business opportunities. Assist on an as needed basis with credit and deposit needs of an existing loan and deposit portfolio.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Call on prospective and existing clients to generate loans, deposits and referrals to other areas of the Bank
- Participate in community-oriented and professional organizations
- Cross-sell bank investment, trust, deposit and loan products
- Analyze financial statements, underwrite credit, prepare credit memos and assist in the preparation of loan presentations
- Ensure loans are documented and closed properly
- Ensure loans meet all regulatory and compliance guidelines
- Manage loan and deposit portfolio as established
- Present loan information to top management and board of directors
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Work Experience
- 5 years or more commercial lending experience to include business development, credit underwriting, loan documentation, and portfolio management
- Ability to provide excellent relationship management and business development/sales skills
- Thorough knowledge of bank products and services
- Knowledge of Bank Core Systems
Preferred Experience
- N/A
Supervisory Experience
- One year supervisory experience
Education/Skills/Experience
- High School Diploma/GED
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Credit analysis and underwriting skills
- Excellent presentation, verbal and writing communication skills
- Networking in commercial markets
Equipment/Machines/Software
- Excellent computer literacy in all Microsoft Programs (Outlook, Internet browsers, Word, Excel,
Power Point, Adobe Reader)
- Ability to work with office equipment such as copiers, scanners, shredders, and fax machines
- Bank Core Systems
Competency Requirements
- Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in managing customer relationships
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to connect and networking with business owners and leaders
- Ability to focus and interpret data to others
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift, push and pull files up to 10 lbs
- Must be able to bend, stoop and be mobile within office environment
- Must be able to sit for most of the day in front of a computer
- Must be able to speak and hear clients
- Must be able to see computer screen to read and type on the keyboard
- Must have reliable transportation and able to travel to make calls in San Antonio and surrounding areas
- Occasional travel to other banking centers for meetings
This job description does not imply an employment contract, nor is it intended to include every duty and responsibility that employee is responsible. Duties and tasks may be assigned by management team based on department and business needs.
Jefferson Bank is an EEO employer and an Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.
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