Agricultural Lender

gpac; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an Agricultural Loan Officer to help farmers and rural communities access funds for operations, land, and equipment through relationship-building and in-person meetings.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in community banking, Agriculture experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent training.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of community banking experience
• Personal and professional experience in Agriculture is a must
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Bachelor's degree or corresponding education and related training

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a loan portfolio
• Make sales calls to achieve sales goals
• Meet benchmarks in multiple facets including profitability and credit quality
• Promote new business development
• Work well with support staff and executive management

Skills

Community banking experience

Agriculture experience

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or related training

Job description

Agriculture loan officers, or agricultural lenders, work to help farmers and rural citizens obtain funds needed to fund their operations, purchase property, and more. Ag lending is more than just cold-calling prospects. The right individual will need to meet with farmers and business owners face-to-face to build relationships. An agricultural lender has knowledge of the industry, the market area, and keeps up to date with rules and regulations. This company is looking for an individual who is family-oriented and has a passion for the Ag industry and helping others.

Agricultural Loan Officer Requirements

• 1+ years of community banking experience
• Personal and professional experience in Agriculture is a must
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Bachelor's degree or corresponding education and related training

Agricultural Loan Officer Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a loan portfolio
• Make sales calls to achieve sales goals
• Meet benchmarks in multiple facets including but not limited to profitability and credit quality
• Promote new business development
• Work well with support staff and executive management

This opportunity includes an excellent compensation and benefits package. This bank prides itself on retaining employees and has one of the best tenure backgrounds in the area.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.