Loan Development Officer

Farmers & Merchants Bank•Weeping Water, NE

27d

About The Position

Farmers & Merchants Bank is a family-owned, chartered institution with offices in 12 Nebraska communities and approximately 100 employees. It offers banking technology, diverse products and services, and a welcoming hometown atmosphere. The Loan Development Officer develops new business, with an emphasis on loan growth; reviews and originates loan applications within lending authority; secures recommendations for loans beyond that authority; and maintains loan documentation and credit files. The officer promotes loans and other bank products, monitors accounts, collects past-due loans, protects confidential information, follows applicable bank policies and regulations, contributes to team efforts, and completes other assigned duties and projects. Regular and reliable attendance is essential. The bank offers competitive salaries and benefits, including affordable health insurance premiums, ample paid time off, a daytime schedule, and a comfortable, friendly work environment. Farmers and Merchants Bank is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, finance, or an applicable field.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision, proactively reporting on status and tasks.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
High degree of professionalism and accuracy.
Relationship-focused with a customer service orientation.

Nice To Haves

Some credit analysis or lending experience; training will be provided.
A proven work history of business development.

Responsibilities

Solicit and build new business, with special emphasis on loan growth.
Take and review loan applications, make loans within authority, obtain proper recommendations for loans beyond authority, and document loans and credit files.
Promote loans and other bank products to prospective, new, and existing customers.
Monitor accounts and collect past-due loans.
Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
Work well with others and contribute to team efforts.
Understand and adhere to applicable bank policies, laws, and regulations.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.