Executive Vice President

Via Credit Union•Marion, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Via Credit Union is seeking an Executive Vice President (EVP) to serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and a strategic partner to the CEO, responsible for driving organizational performance, operational excellence, and long‑term growth. This role provides enterprise‑wide leadership while overseeing major business functions, including lending and other assigned divisions. The EVP drives lending strategy, product innovation, and operational excellence to support sustainable growth and the credit union’s mission of improving members’ financial well‑being. The EVP plays a pivotal role in shaping the credit union’s future—ensuring strategic clarity, operational strength, and a lending program that drives growth while safeguarding financial stability. This leader helps the credit union deliver on its mission to improve members’ financial well‑being and strengthen the communities it serves.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Management, or related field required.
10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in financial services, ideally within a credit union.
Demonstrated success managing diverse lending portfolios and leading teams.
Strong understanding of credit risk, financial performance, risk management and regulatory requirements.
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
Deep expertise in lending operations, underwriting, and portfolio management.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
High level of financial and operational proficiency.
Ability to lead through change and inspire high‑performing teams.
Commitment to member service, cooperative principles, and community impact.
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be insurable
Demonstrate and consistently model the ViaCU brand based on the mission, vision, and values.
Demonstrate honesty and integrity and be seen as credible in the workplace.
Accept responsibility and be accountable for your actions.
Demonstrate ability to take care of the members’ needs while following company procedures.
Demonstrate and model strong interpersonal skills, maintain a positive and respected attitude.
The ability to formulate sound decisions using the available information.
Act as a role model within and outside of the department.
Adhere to company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrating the ability to handle sensitive matters.
Excellent organizational skills and initiative to improve processes.
Communicate regularly with department head about issues.
Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management, ability to work independently and prioritize work and complete within given deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to develop and execute long‑term organizational strategy.
Lead enterprise‑wide initiatives that advance growth, innovation, digital transformation, and member value.
Monitor industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory developments to inform strategic decisions.
Serve as a visible, influential leader who champions the credit union’s mission, values, and culture.
Support lending programs, financial planning, budgeting, and performance management to ensure sustainable growth.
Collaborate with Lending, Finance, Risk, and Compliance teams to maintain strong governance and risk‑management practices.
Evaluate business performance through KPIs, dashboards, and data‑driven insights.
Oversee loan portfolio performance, credit quality, pricing, product development, and market expansion.
Maintain strong credit culture and sound underwriting standards across all lending areas.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices.
Partner with Risk, Compliance, and Audit teams to strengthen governance, credit policy, and portfolio risk management.
Oversee loan review processes, stress testing, and risk‑mitigation strategies.
Lead and mentor leaders and teams to achieve high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Drive operational efficiency, process improvement, and service excellence across the organization.
Lead modernization of lending workflows, automation, and digital lending capabilities.
Ensure cross‑departmental alignment to support seamless member experiences and organizational cohesion.
Lead enterprise‑level projects and transformation initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and develop senior leaders and managers to build a strong leadership pipeline.
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and a positive workplace environment.
Model leadership behaviors that reinforce the credit union’s mission and values.
Champion a member‑centric culture that prioritizes service, accessibility, and financial empowerment.
Represent the credit union in community, business, and industry forums to strengthen relationships and brand presence.
Support initiatives that enhance community impact and member engagement.

Benefits

Affordable medical and prescription, dental, and vision (employer co-pay)
Flexible Spending Account – Dependent Care & Unreimbursed Medical
Basic Life Insurance (employer paid)
Voluntary Life & AD&D
Long Term Disability & Travel AD&D (employer paid)
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Personal, 9 paid holidays, and bereavement
Community Service Day: Employer paid
Bereavement Pay
Financial & Retirement Planning
Competitive Pay
Annual Performance Reviews
Incentive Pay: Some positions qualify for incentive pay
401(k): Safe Harbor Non-Elective (employer paid)
Elective Deferral: Employee contribution, minimum of 1%
Company Match: Employer contribution, dollar for dollar, up to 3% of annual compensation
Discretionary Profit Sharing