What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loan Operations Specialist, Salina KS position at The Bennington State Bank?
The Loan Operations Specialist supports the full loan lifecycle—from processing and booking through funding and servicing. This role ensures loan documentation, system boarding, and ongoing loan maintenance are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The specialist works closely with lenders, loan portfolio managers, and retail teams to deliver a smooth and positive loan experience for customers.
How You’ll Contribute
Full time hours Monday-Friday 8:00 AM -5:00 PM
Benefits
BSB offers a competitive starting wage, with pay starting commensurate with previous experience and salary history. We value work life balance and offer robust paid time off benefits that include paid vacation, sick, personal time, volunteer and maternity to name a few. We also value longevity with our employees and offer a retirement plan that allows for employees to participate in planning for a secure financial future in retirement.
careers@bsbks.com
The Bennington State Bank
2130 S. Ohio, Salina, KS 67401
How You’ll Contribute
- Prepare and maintain loan documentation for new, renewed, commercial, and consumer loans
- Review approved loan packages for completeness, accuracy, and compliance prior to booking
- Accurately and timely board new loans into the core processing system
- Track, monitor, and clear documentation exceptions and ticklers
- Process loan advances, payoffs, payments, adjustments, and corrections
- Monitor escrow accounts, insurance coverage, and collateral documentation
- Complete escrow disbursements and conduct escrow analyses as required
- Respond to customer, lender, and internal inquiries regarding loan accounts
- Work collaboratively with lending staff and operations teams to resolve issues
- Assist with problem resolution, exception handling, and ongoing account maintenance
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Laser Pro or other loan processing software preferred
- Ability and willingness to learn bank operating systems and procedures
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- A self-motivated, proactive, and team-oriented approach
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Prior banking or loan operations experience is a plus but not required
Full time hours Monday-Friday 8:00 AM -5:00 PM
Benefits
BSB offers a competitive starting wage, with pay starting commensurate with previous experience and salary history. We value work life balance and offer robust paid time off benefits that include paid vacation, sick, personal time, volunteer and maternity to name a few. We also value longevity with our employees and offer a retirement plan that allows for employees to participate in planning for a secure financial future in retirement.
- Competitive wages plus excellent benefits
- Retirement Plan including ESOP
- Health/dental/vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Professional Development
- Paid time off
- Volunteer Leave
- Approximately 11 paid holidays per year
careers@bsbks.com
The Bennington State Bank
2130 S. Ohio, Salina, KS 67401