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Loan Officer

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examplecorpsandbox logoExamplecorpsandbox · Buffalo, NY
$80K–$100K/yrFull-timeOn-site1mo ago
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Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships with farmers, ranchers, and rural clients in your assigned territory.
  • Analyze financial statements, cash flows, collateral, and credit history to assess risk and determine creditworthiness.
  • Structure, underwrite, and present loan packages that meet client needs and comply with internal lending policies and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor existing loans for risk, compliance, and performance; proactively identify and address potential issues.
  • Collaborate with internal teams including credit analysts, appraisers, and crop insurance specialists to deliver holistic financial solutions.
  • Identify new business opportunities and contribute to portfolio growth through community involvement and client outreach.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with all AgWest and regulatory lending requirements.
  • Maintain current knowledge of agricultural industries, regional economic trends, and market conditions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • 2+ years of experience in lending, banking, or agriculture-related financial services.
  • Strong knowledge of agricultural operations, commodity markets, and rural business dynamics.
  • Excellent financial analysis, credit evaluation, and decision-making skills.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and relationship-building ability.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and loan origination systems.
  • Willingness to travel within the assigned region and engage with customers on-site.
  • Preferred Attributes
  • Experience working directly with agricultural clients or in a rural lending environment.
  • Knowledge of cooperative lending principles and familiarity with Farm Credit System practices.
  • Certification in credit analysis or ag lending (e.g., ABA Agricultural Lending Institute) is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentivesComprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off)Opportunities for professional development and career advancementA mission-driven workplace with a strong sense of community and serviceExample corp has taken great measures to make sure that every employee is compensated fairly and therefore, pay transparency even before we receive your application is important to us. We've consulted 3 different data sources to triangulate a range commiserate with location and experience.New York pay band$80,000 - $100,000 USD*** Similar to the introduction that can precede all job descriptions, an outro can also be formatted for consistency on all posts*** Semblable à l'introduction qui peut précéder toutes les descriptions de poste, une outro peut également être formatée pour la cohérence sur tous les messagesDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)

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*** This is where your organization can create a consistent intro to all of your jobs, creating consistency in voice and messaging across all job posts *** C'est ici que votre organisation peut créer une introduction cohérente à tous vos emplois, en créant une cohérence dans la voix et la messagerie dans tous les postes. About AgWest Farm Credit AgWest Farm Credit is a cooperative lender with deep roots in the rural communities we serve. We provide reliable, consistent credit and financial services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, and rural homeowners across the Northwest and beyond. Our mission is to support agriculture and rural communities with dependable financial solutions tailored to their needs. Job Summary As a Loan Officer at AgWest Farm Credit, you will play a vital role in fostering relationships with agricultural producers and rural customers. You will be responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of loans, evaluating creditworthiness, structuring financial packages, and supporting the long-term success of your clients and the cooperative.

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