Senior Loan Administrator

Minnesota Bankers Association; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Bankers Association is looking for a Senior Loan Administrator to join Home State Bank in Willmar, Minnesota. This role involves supporting the Lending Team by coordinating loan closings and providing exceptional customer service. With over 100 years of community banking, Home State Bank offers a collaborative environment emphasizing teamwork and employee impact.

The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in commercial lending or loan administration. This position offers a pay range of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of commercial lending, loan administration, or loan processing experience.
• Experience with commercial real estate, agricultural, construction, or commercial operating loans.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support loan closings.
• Prepare and review loan documentation for accuracy.
• Process loans and monitor exceptions.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

LaserPro

Fiserv Premier

Job description

Senior Loan Administrator

Home State Bank is seeking a highly organized, customer-focused Senior Loan Administrator to join our Lending Team in Willmar, Minnesota, and support our local community.

For more than 100 years, Home State Bank has proudly served our communities as a locally owned, family‑owned community bank built on trust, relationships, and personalized service. Recently celebrating our 100th anniversary, we remain committed to helping local businesses, farmers, families, and communities succeed.

With approximately 44 employees, we offer a collaborative environment where teamwork matters, leadership is accessible, and employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact every day.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Loan Administrator, you will partner closely with lenders and internal teams to support commercial, agricultural, construction, and consumer lending relationships throughout the loan lifecycle. This position plays a key role in coordinating loan closings, preparing and reviewing documentation, supporting portfolio administration, maintaining compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support commercial, agricultural, construction, and consumer loan closings
• Prepare and review loan documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Process loan bookings, funding, renewals, and payoffs
• Monitor loan exceptions, ticklers, collateral, and documentation requirements
• Maintain electronic and physical loan files
• Coordinate with attorneys, title companies, appraisers, insurance agents, and other third‑party vendors
• Support construction loan draw administration and disbursements
• Assist lenders with customer relationships and ongoing portfolio support
• Provide responsive service for loan inquiries, servicing requests, and customer needs
• Assist with audits, examinations, and internal loan reviews
• Collaborate with lending and operations team members to support department goals and workflow priorities

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who values teamwork, communicates professionally, and takes pride in delivering accurate, high‑quality work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications – Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two or more years of commercial lending, loan administration, or loan processing experience
• Experience with commercial real estate, agricultural, construction, or commercial operating loans
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work onsite in Willmar, MN

Preferred

• Associate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Experience with LaserPro and/or Fiserv Premier

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Enjoys working collaboratively and supporting team success
• Builds strong relationships with customers and coworkers
• Maintains accuracy and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment
• Adapts well to changing priorities and workflow demands
• Communicates clearly and positively with customers and team members

Why Join Home State Bank

We believe banking is personal, and so is our workplace culture. Our core values include:

• Customer Focused
• Collective Wisdom
• Community Driven
• Committed
• Collaboration

What You Can Expect

• A collaborative, team‑oriented environment
• A strong, family‑owned community bank with a 100‑year history
• Meaningful work supporting local customers and communities
• Supportive leadership and approachable management
• Opportunity to build strong customer relationships
• A workplace where employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to grow

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

Home State Bank is committed to equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and performance without regard to any legally protected status.

To apply, send resume to Jennifer Unterburger-AVP of HR at [e-mail] or apply online at https://www.hsbofmn.com/careers.php.