Homebuilder Finance Loan Administrator Manager

Columbia Bank•Mountlake Terrace, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides organizational leadership and management to a team of front-line loan administration associates responsible for managing the loan closing process and draw administration for loans originated by the Homebuilder Finance group within the Commercial Real Estate Division (CRED). Responsible for maintaining a high level of real estate loan closing and construction lending/disbursement expertise within department; overall operations integrity within department(s) Providing closing/technical counsel to loan administrators; providing construction review and disbursement guidance to HBF loan administrators and production team. Monitors results and remediation of audit findings; promotes and maintains efficient operations processes designed to achieve the highest levels of customer service. Assists in the development and implementation of Bank-wide operating procedures, practices and controls to ensure compliance with bank policies/regulations. Identifies hires, motivates and retains top talent. Recommends, formulates and tests continuous process improvements and quality control procedures in concert with loan support services. Applies these improvements relative to training and implementation with the goal of streamlining processes and increasing productivity. Confers with senior and executive management to coordinate operations and activities. Provides expertise and recommendations to the business units regarding process, procedures, and best practices. Ensures proper standards are implemented in order to safeguard the company assets. Excellent communication and management skills with ability to manage diverse work groups operating from remote locations. Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes. Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training. Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description. May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert. Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words. Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate. Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice” May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, a related field or equivalent work experience.
Required 7 years + of relevant experience and an in-depth understanding of Commercial Real Estate financing, loan closing, construction administration, bank procedures, and compliance regulations.
Proven ability to effectively manage and develop others.
Experience in creating and implementing banking policies, procedures, practices and documentation.
Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the Bank.
Demonstrated accountability, dependability, initiative and an ability to effectively prioritize tasks to ensure optimal results.
Proven ability to “think outside the box” when solving problems
Proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Prior management/supervisory experience in leading a team, hiring, and conducting performance evaluations is preferred.
Ability to train and present to small and large audiences or has the interest in learning to train and present.

Responsibilities

Provides organizational leadership and management to a team of front-line loan administration associates responsible for managing the loan closing process and draw administration for loans originated by the Homebuilder Finance group within the Commercial Real Estate Division (CRED).
Responsible for maintaining a high level of real estate loan closing and construction lending/disbursement expertise within department; overall operations integrity within department(s).
Providing closing/technical counsel to loan administrators; providing construction review and disbursement guidance to HBF loan administrators and production team.
Monitors results and remediation of audit findings; promotes and maintains efficient operations processes designed to achieve the highest levels of customer service.
Assists in the development and implementation of Bank-wide operating procedures, practices and controls to ensure compliance with bank policies/regulations.
Identifies hires, motivates and retains top talent.
Recommends, formulates and tests continuous process improvements and quality control procedures in concert with loan support services.
Applies these improvements relative to training and implementation with the goal of streamlining processes and increasing productivity.
Confers with senior and executive management to coordinate operations and activities.
Provides expertise and recommendations to the business units regarding process, procedures, and best practices.
Ensures proper standards are implemented in order to safeguard the company assets.
Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training.
Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”
May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
an employee assistance program
life insurance
disability insurance
tuition assistance
mental health resources
identity theft protection
legal support
auto and home insurance
pet insurance
access to an online discount marketplace
paid vacation
sick days
volunteer days
holidays