Senior Commercial Loan Officer

Centennial Bank

About The Position

This Senior Commercial Loan Officer is responsible for extending credit within the policies and guidelines set forth in the loan policy. This position ensures that all loan decisions, actions, and recommendations are based on an accurate and thorough understanding of each customer’s financial needs and conditions and comply with all laws, regulations, and bank policies. This Senior Commercial Loan Officer must properly administer the creditworthiness and documentation of all loans and/or borrowing relationships originated or assigned to the officer. Further, it is the officer’s responsibility to maintain current credit files and proper note and collateral security documents. In addition, each officer shall be responsible for: A. Assigning the proper credit rating to loans as defined in this policy at origination and as conditions may change with the normal credit monitoring process. It is expected that officers should be the first to recognize and report deterioration in the credit quality of a loan or borrowing relationship. Early identification of problem loans is extremely important to minimize losses. B. Recommending approval and administering workout programs for problem loans. C. Recommending approval and monitoring levels of reserves established for loans serviced by the officer. D. Administering the collection process either internally or with bank counsel, complying with all laws and regulations. E. Protecting depositor’s funds and stockholders equity. F. Generating earnings for the bank and its stockholders. G. Promoting and maintaining a favorable image for the bank. H. Interviewing loan applicants and making credit decisions. I. Responsible for developing new business and managing existing portfolio. J. Responsible for collecting past due loans, and keeping credit and collateral exceptions within policy ranges. K. Manages a portfolio of loans and may coordinate collection efforts.

Requirements

Broad knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four year college degree, plus 7 years related experience and/or training, and 6 years related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and understand common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; ability to respond to complex or difficult inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.

Responsibilities

Completes required BSA/AML training and other compliance training as assigned.
Interviews commercial loan applicants.
Examines and evaluates applicant’s credit and financial history.
Examines/Views collateral (if applicable) to determine adequacy.
Authorizes or recommends approval/denial of applicant.
Approves loan within specified limits or refers to appropriate approval level.
Prepares loan offering memorandum.
Ensures all loan documents are complete, accurate and in accordance with policy.
Closes/Declines loans in a timely manner.
Monitors loan portfolio/performance.
Corresponds with customers.
Recommends changes in risk rating.
Collects past due loan payments.
Develops potential loan markets and loan prospects.
The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.