Consumer Lending Admin - Sr Consumer Lending Projects Coordinator

Golden 1; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden 1 Credit Union in Sacramento is seeking a Sr Consumer Lending Projects Coordinator to drive enterprise projects within the Consumer Lending Admin. This exempt, hybrid role reports to the Director of Consumer Lending and focuses on transforming operations and improving member experiences through disciplined project delivery.

You’ll lead multi-project initiatives, define scope with stakeholders, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor teams to reach targets while balancing risk and speed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent work experience
• MIS or CS related experience strongly preferred
• 8+ years in project analysis, coordination and management, with a minimum of five years directly managing projects or lending teams

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex enterprise projects and division initiatives with varied deliverables, team members, and audiences requiring ongoing prioritization and relationship management.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders, including business process owners, vendors, and senior management.
• Identify areas requiring policy changes and develop new ones for future business expansion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, resource plans, and documentation for successful completion.
• Maintain understanding of state and federal credit union compliance laws applicable to the position.
• Communicate project expectations, progress, risks, and issues to leadership clearly and promptly.
• Coach, mentor and motivate project team members and vendors to achieve targets and deadlines.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration or equivalent work experience

Management Information Systems or Computer Science or related experience strongly preferred

8+ years Combined experience in project analysis, coordination and management with a minimum of five years of experience directly managing projects or servicing lending teams

Job description

Consumer Lending Admin - Sr Consumer Lending Projects Coordinator

Job Description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Job Title: Sr Consumer Lending Projects Coordinator
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director - Consumer Lending
Department: Consumer Lending Admin
Job Code: 12109
Pay Range: $93,700.00 - $105,000.00 Annually
Location: Hybrid in Sacramento
WHO WE ARE:
Golden 1 Credit Union is among the top credit unions in the country. As a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative, Golden 1 is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” We are committed to empowering our members and uplifting our communities as we create a more equitable and financially inclusive California. We welcome all who embrace our Core Values.
WHO YOU ARE:
You thrive in complex environments and are energized by leading initiatives that drive business transformation, operational efficiency, and exceptional member experiences. You are a strategic thinker who can connect organizational goals to actionable plans, balancing innovation, risk, stakeholder needs, and execution. You build strong relationships across teams, influence without authority, and consistently deliver results through collaboration, accountability, and sound judgment.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Simultaneously lead several complex enterprise projects and division initiatives with varied deliverables, team members, and audiences requiring ongoing prioritization and relationship management.
• Define Project scope, goals, and deliverables that support internal business area goals in collaboration with business process owners, vendors, senior management, and other stakeholders.
• Recognize and identify potential areas where existing policies and procedures require change while working projects, or where new ones need to be developed, especially regarding future business expansion.
• Develop project plans, project schedules and estimates, resource plans, and other documentation necessary for successful project completion.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to credit union compliance including bank secrecy and anti-money laundering laws appropriate to the position.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders, including leadership on progress and problem situations, risks, and issues in a timely and clear fashion.
• 7. Estimate the resources needed to achieve project goals, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve or elevate issues and conflicts within the project team.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, devise contingency plans, and track deliverables.
• Coach, mentor and motivate project team members and vendors, and influence them to take accountability and positive action for their assigned work. Provide focus and direction to team members to reach targets and deadlines.
• Support other project coordinators and project managers assigned to enterprise projects to ensure collaboration.
• Develop or Assist in Request for Proposals (RFP), including business needs and product/service expectations.
• Work with business owners to assess vendor products and interfaces impacted by projects and make recommendations for cost effective, efficient improvements.
• Conduct project lessons learned and identify any post-go-live tasks remaining.
• Assist department leadership as needed and performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICIATIONS AND PREFERENCES:

• Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration or equivalent work experience required
• Management Information Systems or Computer Science or related experience is strongly preferred
• 8+ years Combined experience in project analysis, coordination and management with a minimum of five years of experience directly managing projects or servicing lending teams. Experience managing moderately complexity projects end-to-end required, preferably in a financial institution. required

WHY JOIN US:
Golden 1 Credit Union provides its employees a market-competitive and internally equitable total rewards compensation package through a variety of programs. These programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain employees that drive and support the achievement of Our Mission, Vision, and Strategic Goals. The Credit Union is committed a total rewards philosophy built on; a comprehensive compensation package, well-being and work-life balance, career development and growth, rewards and recognition, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is recognized, valued, and motivated to contribute their best.
DISCLAIMER/INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. Because the nature of positions and job functions can change over time, this job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all essential functions, duties, responsibilities and qualifications requirements of team members assigned to this job. Job duties may be changed or modified in the Credit Union’s discretion. The Credit Union will keep team members updated on key functions, duties, and requirements of their position by communications from the Credit Union and by updating the job description from time to time. Any team member with questions about the nature of their job duties is encouraged to consult with their supervisor.