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Agricultural Loan Officer
Chinook, MT | Fairfield, MT | Fort Benton, MT
Up to $125K Incentives
Build Your Career Where Agriculture and Community Come First
A well-established Montana bank is looking for an experienced Agricultural Loan Officer to join its team in Chinook, Fairfield, or Fort Benton. This is an excellent opportunity for a lending professional who understands agriculture, enjoys working directly with producers and business owners, and wants to build lasting relationships in a close-knit rural community.
If you’re looking for more than a desk job, this position offers the opportunity to get out into the community, work directly with local agricultural operations and businesses, grow your own portfolio, and play a meaningful role in the financial success of the customers and communities you serve.
Each location offers an authentic Montana lifestyle with strong agricultural roots, close-knit communities, affordable living, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a place to put down roots, raise a family, or simply enjoy a slower pace of life, these communities offer the chance to build a rewarding career while becoming an integral part of the local community.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary up to $125,000 DOE, plus incentives and bonuses
- Opportunity for career growth and advancement
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with immediate vesting, employer contributions, and profit sharing
- Group and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Health Savings Account and flexible medical and dependent care spending accounts
- Comprehensive leave programs, including bereavement and jury duty
- Maternity and family support program
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Why Work Here?
- Make a meaningful impact in a strong agricultural community
- Build long-term relationships with farmers, ranchers, business owners, and local customers
- Enjoy a close-knit, community-focused work environment
- Grow and manage your own agricultural and commercial loan portfolio
- Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Enjoy the benefits of a rural Montana lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation
Essential Functions & Duties
- Build and manage a profitable agricultural and commercial loan portfolio
- Develop new business through community involvement, networking, and customer outreach
- Build long-term relationships with farmers, ranchers, business owners, and community members
- Meet with borrowers to understand their financial needs and recommend appropriate loan structures and products
- Analyze financial statements, credit information, and other data to make sound lending decisions
- Cross-sell banking products and collaborate with other departments to provide comprehensive customer service
- Maintain strong knowledge of bank products, services, lending practices, and local market opportunities
- Provide exceptional personal service while representing the bank throughout the community
Qualifications
- 3 years of agricultural or commercial lending experience
- Strong understanding of agricultural lending and rural business operations
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Strong financial analysis and credit judgment
- Self-motivated with the ability to develop and grow a loan portfolio
- Genuine interest in working with rural customers and becoming part of a local community
To apply or learn more, contact Amy at Amy@lcstaffing.com or 406-270-0583.
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Maternity & Paternity Leave