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Chief Credit Officer

Montecito Bank & Trust
Goleta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026

Join Montecito Bank & Trust as a Chief Credit Officer!

As the largest locally owned community Bank on the Central Coast, Montecito Bank & Trust is committed to our founding principle: to make the communities we serve better places to live and work. We are always looking for talented professionals who are passionate about personalized service, community involvement, and innovation. By joining our team, we are dedicated to your career development and wellbeing, in and out of the workplace. 

About the Role

Montecito Bank & Trust is seeking a full-time Chief Credit Officer to join the team in our Credit Administration department. As a Chief Credit Officer, you will deliver a World Class Experience by providing support, direction, and credit information for loan policies, underwriting guidelines, and procedures to ensure the overall quality of the Bank's lending portfolio. Duties include calculating the Allowance for credit Loss Reserve (ALLL) and making recommendations to Executive Management and the Board of Directors for monthly allocations to the allowance for credit loss. Reviews and approves/declines large and complex loans prior to submission to Board Loan Committee or within delegated lending authority. Responsible for post approval review processes and credit reviews as well as insuring proper and timely loan classification. As a member of the Bank’s administrative management team, the position is responsible for participating in several committees involved in the management of the Bank. Performs direct supervisory duties of department staff, and coordinates staff for coverage in all related areas of the department. Assumes responsibility and is accountable for adherence to Bank policies and procedures as well as all regulatory compliance and safety and soundness guidelines. This position has an on-site requirement in Goleta, CA. 

What We’re Looking For

  • A college degree with emphasis in accounting or finance or equivalent required; MBA or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
  • 8-10 years of experience in all phases of lending, including commercial/industrial, various real estate and construction, and consumer purposes required.
  • 8-10 years of experience in credit administration supervision and management for loan portfolio oversight and reporting, including special assets management required.
  • Extensive experience approving complex commercial, industrial, and commercial real estate transactions required. 
  • Mastered knowledge of commercial, construction, real estate and consumer loan underwriting.
  • Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships and partner with all lines of business to provide sound credit management guidance.

Your Benefits

  • Workplace Culture that Values YOU
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
  • 401K Matching/Retirement Planning
  • Paid Vacation Time, Sick Time, Federal Holidays, & Volunteer Time
  • Associate Bank Accounts
  • Bank Gatherings, Events, & Associate Engagement Activities 

Individual pay is based on a multitude of factors, including candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform in the position and pay equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Montecito Bank & Trust is an equal opportunity employer. Montecito Bank & Trust is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in our application process to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Employment eligibility is contingent on completing the DHS Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9) form and presenting acceptable documentation upon hire verifying your identity and right to work in the United States. The Bank does not sponsor visas, green cards, CPT, OPT, or other work authorizations.

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Salary : $280,000 - $345,000

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