Agricultural Business Lender

North Star Community Credit Union • Minot, ND

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About The Position

North Star Community Credit Union is seeking an Agricultural Business Lender to originate, manage, and supervise its commercial loan portfolio and help shape agricultural lending strategy in the Grafton and Minot, North Dakota region. The role involves owning and growing a portfolio, maintaining and improving asset quality, developing agricultural and commercial relationships, and supporting members and businesses in the community. The lender will work with agricultural leaders, businesses, farmers, and ranchers, and will have autonomy to manage a book of business and contribute to North Star’s lending approach.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of commercial or agricultural lending experience.
• Expertise in North Dakota agricultural markets.
• Proven success working with large-scale crop and livestock producers, agribusiness operations, or complex farm financing structures.
• Experience managing significant agricultural loan portfolios in rural financial institutions.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to structure creative, tailored lending solutions.
• Relationship-focused, results-driven, autonomous, and ready to lead.
• Experience analyzing business financial statements and assessing business viability.
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.
• Ability to use related software.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry certification.

Responsibilities

• Originate, manage, and supervise commercial loans, taking ownership of the commercial loan portfolio while maintaining and improving asset quality.
• Develop new and existing business relationships and grow the portfolio by cultivating agricultural and commercial clients in the Minot area.
• Review business financials, assess risk and business viability, and structure tailored loans that support client success and portfolio performance.
• Monitor portfolio assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation.
• Provide strategic guidance to members and represent North Star at industry and local events to strengthen relationships and lending opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage options.
• Dental insurance coverage options.
• Vision insurance coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee wellness initiatives.
• Opportunities to participate in community activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed