SBA Specialist III

Provident Bank•Iselin, NJ

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The SBA Specialist III is responsible for the operations and servicing of the SBA loan portfolio, including quality control, SBA approvals, preparation of loan authorizations, coordination of loan closings, and post-closing servicing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 7+ years of SBA operations experience
Strong understanding of SBA SOP, lending processes, and secondary market operations
Experience with SBA loan underwriting systems (e.g., Tsoft)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including technical financial writing
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Perform quality control reviews of SBA loan applications and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
Coordinate and obtain SBA approvals; prepare SBA loan authorizations and commitment letters
Order and manage third-party reports (e.g., appraisals, environmental reports)
Prepare loan documentation and coordinate loan closings with attorneys; attend closings as needed
Process loan amendments and interface with SBA to complete required changes
Manage post-closing servicing activities and ensure ongoing compliance
Prepare loan sale documentation and coordinate loan sale processes where applicable
Maintain accurate credit and collateral files
Communicate directly with borrowers to resolve issues and provide updates
Perform loan underwriting and credit analysis; prepare loan packages for approval
Prepare management reports and support departmental reporting requirements
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to SBA lending
Perform other duties as assigned