Member-Focused Lending Specialist

Postal Employees Credit Union; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

Postal Employees Credit Union in New Jersey is seeking a Loan Officer to join our small, community‑focused team. You will support consumer and home equity lending, assist with collections, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with lending regulations while delivering exceptional member service.

The role requires at least 2 years of lending experience in a credit union, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of lending experience in a credit union or community financial institution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers and standard office software.
• Strong telephone communication skills and professional etiquette.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Associate’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of credit union systems and lending software is a plus; Loancierge experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall success of consumer and home equity lending and assist with collection activities as needed.
• Monitor basic market and competitor trends and provide input to the CEO on pricing or product adjustments.
• Prepare monthly lending and collection reports, including data used for Board reporting.
• Investigate and resolve member account and loan issues.
• Review loan portfolio performance and identify trends or areas for improvement consistent with credit union standards.
• Maintain working knowledge of lending and collection regulations and assist in ensuring compliance within the lending function.
• Work closely with the CEO and Branch Manager to support lending programs and credit union growth initiatives.
• Process, close, and disburse loans in accordance with policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Comply with all lending‑related regulatory requirements, including the Bank Secrecy Act and OFAC.
• Ensure loan files contain complete and accurate documentation, including proper signatures and dates.
• Verify accuracy of loan documentation and system entries.
• Obtain and maintain working knowledge of the Credit Card program and assist with member inquiries.
• Provide support in other operational areas as directed by the CEO, consistent with the small‑credit‑union environment.

Skills

Lending experience

Communication skills

PC proficiency

Telephone etiquette

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

Associate’s degree in Business/Finance or related field

Tools

Lending software

Credit union systems

Job description

Postal Employees Credit Union in New Jersey is seeking a Loan Officer to join our small, community‑focused team. You will support consumer and home equity lending, assist with collections, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with lending regulations while delivering exceptional member service.

The role requires at least 2 years of lending experience in a credit union, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.