Commercial Banking Assistant I

First Community Bank; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

A community-focused bank in Minnesota is looking for a Commercial Banking Assistant I to support the Business Development Officer and manage customer relationships. The role includes facilitating the loan process, assisting with administrative tasks, and maintaining positive customer interactions. Ideal candidates should have banking experience and strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and is essential for delivering superior customer service in banking operations.

Qualifications

• Banking experience preferred.
• Understanding of relationship management.
• Ability to use all computer software utilized by the Commercial Banking Operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Business Development Officer and other managers in the Commercial Banking Operation.
• Facilitate loan processes on relationships under $1 million.
• Serve as a liaison for administrative tasks related to commercial relationships.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Self-starter

Job description

About First Community Bank

First Community Bank is committed to making our community a better place each day. With a true focus on “community banking,” employees can make an impact through company-sponsored programs such as paid volunteer time, matching gifts for charitable contributions, and team participation in charitable events.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; life insurance; and paid vacation days, holidays, and other time‑off options. With over 60 locations in four states, we provide competitive benefits and the personal service you would expect from a company that knows your community.

Position Summary

The Commercial Banking Assistant I assists the Business Development Officer (BDO), Commercial Relationship Manager (CRM), Market Manager, and/or Regional Manager (RM) within the First Community Bank Commercial Banking Operation (CBO) while providing superior customer service.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Work closely with BDOs, corporate staff, portfolio managers, and at times CRMs and RMs.
• Facilitate the loan process on new and renewed loan production normally on relationships under $1 million in total exposure.
• Forward correspondence to attorneys and title companies with regard to pending and closing loans.
• Work closely with the commercial credit department providing information on behalf of BDOs and CRMs and loading predominately small business credits for approval.
• Focus on overall onboarding of bank relationship for customers to include deposit and loan relationships while maintaining positive and professional customer relationships.
• Serve as a liaison for administrative tasks related to the commercial relationship.
• Complete training, as assigned, within the expected timeframes.
• All employees are expected to support First Community Bank’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting commitment to the Company Standards of Conduct and executing to the fullest extent possible the duties detailed in this job description.

Requirements

• Banking experience preferred.
• Possess an understanding of relationship management.
• Be a self‑starter with minimal management oversight.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to make oral and written presentations.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize computer technology with proficiency in all software applications utilized by the FCB CBO.
• Ability to travel as needed, including occasional overnight travel.
• The salary range is based on market data associated with the position and where the pay rate falls within the range is commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications.