Agricultural/Commercial Loan Officer

North Star Community Credit Union • Minot, ND

15h

About The Position

Are you an experienced Ag/Commercial lender ready to own your portfolio, grow your relationships, and make a meaningful impact in your community? North Star Community Credit Union is seeking a results-driven professional to originate, manage, and supervise our commercial loan portfolio while shaping agricultural lending strategy in the Minot region.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of commercial or agricultural lending experience
• Expertise in North Dakota agricultural markets
• Proven success with large-scale crop and livestock producers, agribusiness operations, or complex farm financing structures
• Experience managing significant agricultural loan portfolios in rural financial institutions
• Strong analytical skills and ability to structure creative, tailored lending solutions
• Relationship-focused, results-driven, autonomous, and ready to lead
• Must have experience in analyzing business financial statements and assessing the viability of businesses
• Must have excellent communication and PR skills
• Ability to use related software required
• Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation.
• Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Originate, Manage, and Supervise Loans: Take ownership of North Star’s commercial loan portfolio, maintaining and improving asset quality while developing new and existing business relationships
• Business Development: Grow your portfolio by cultivating high-value agricultural and commercial clients in the Minot area
• Financial Analysis & Structuring: Review business financials, assess risk, and structure loans that maximize client success and portfolio performance
• Portfolio Oversight & Compliance: Monitor assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation
• Member & Community Engagement: Provide strategic guidance to members and represent North Star in industry and local events to strengthen relationships and lending opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-supported retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Community-focused, collaborative culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level