Associate Loan Officer - Agriculture

GreenStone Farm Credit Services • Mount Pleasant, MI

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About The Position

GreenStone Farm Credit Services is seeking an Associate Financial Services Officer who is interested in building a career in agricultural lending and customer relationship management. This is an entry-level lending position designed to develop future Agricultural Loan Officers. You will gain hands-on experience across customer relationships, sales, credit, financial analysis, loan origination and portfolio servicing while working alongside experienced Financial Services Officers, Credit Analysts and other GreenStone employees. We are looking for someone who brings curiosity, sound judgment, accountability, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in learning how to support agricultural customers and communities.

Requirements

• Builds strong relationships and delivers exceptional customer service.
• Has an interest in agriculture, finance, and helping customers succeed.
• Enjoys analyzing information and solving problems.
• Communicates effectively with customers, teammates, and business partners.
• Learns new technology and processes quickly.
• Stays organized and can manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Collaborates well and values diverse perspectives.
• Takes initiative, seeks feedback, and is committed to continuous learning.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability in everything you do.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support customer relationship management and business development efforts.
• Participate in customer meetings and joint sales calls with experienced lenders.
• Learn to identify customer needs and recommend financial solutions.
• Promote GreenStone's products, services, and value to customers.
• Gather and analyze financial information to support lending decisions.
• Assist with loan origination, servicing, and portfolio management activities.
• Learn credit analysis, underwriting standards, and lending policies.
• Partner with lending, credit, and risk teams to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Represent GreenStone at agricultural, industry, and community events.
• Build professional relationships and expand your agricultural network.
• Support outreach and educational initiatives that strengthen GreenStone's presence in local markets.

Benefits

• 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) plan – up to a 9% employer contribution/match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life/AD&D benefits, etc.
• Paid Parental leave
• $150/year Logo Wear allowance
• $400/year Wellness Subsidy/Reimbursement & wellness programs
• $6,000 lifetime maximum Student Debt repayment program or tuition assistance
• Yearly bonus/incentive opportunity available to all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level