Senior Commercial Loan Officer

This Senior Commercial Loan Officer is responsible for extending credit within the policies and guidelines set forth in the loan policy. This position ensures that all loan decisions, actions, and recommendations are based on an accurate and thorough understanding of each customers financial needs and conditions and comply with all laws, regulations, and bank policies. This Senior Commercial Loan Officer must properly administer the creditworthiness and documentation of all loans and/or borrowing relationships originated or assigned to the officer. Further, it is the officers responsibility to maintain current credit files and proper note and collateral security documents. In addition, each officer shall be responsible for: A. Assigning the proper credit rating to loans as defined in this policy at origination and as conditions may change with the normal credit monitoring process. It is expected that officers should be the first to recognize and report deterioration in the credit quality of a loan or borrowing relationship. Early identification of problem loans is extremely important to minimize losses. B. Recommending approval and administering workout programs for problem loans. C. Recommending approval and monitoring levels of reserves established for loans serviced by the officer. D. Administering the collection process either internally or with bank counsel, complying with all laws and regulations. E. Protecting depositors funds and stockholders equity. F. Generating earnings for the bank and its stockholders. G. Promoting and maintaining a favorable image for the bank. H. Interviewing loan applicants and making credit decisions. I. Responsible for developing new business and managing existing portfolio. J. Responsible for collecting past due loans, and keeping credit and collateral exceptions within policy ranges. K. Manages a portfolio of loans and may coordinate collection efforts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Completes required BSA/AML training and other compliance training as assigned. This duty is performed annually. 2. Interviews commercial loan applicants. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time. 3. Examines and evaluates applicants credit and financial history. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time. 4. Examines/Views collateral (if applicable) to determine adequacy. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time. 5. Authorizes or recommends approval/denial of applicant. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time. 6. Approves loan within specified limits or refers to appropriate approval level. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time. 7. Prepares loan offering memorandum. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time. 8. Ensures all loan documents are complete, accurate and in accordance with policy. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time. 9. Closes/Declines loans in a timely manner. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time. 10. Monitors loan portfolio/performance. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time. 11. Corresponds with customers. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time. 12. Recommends changes in risk rating. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time. 13. Collects past due loan payments. This duty is performed weekly, about 5% of the time. 14. Develops potential loan markets and loan prospects. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time. 15. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. 16. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Broad knowledge of such fields as accounti g, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four year college degree, plus 7 years related experience and/or training, and 6 years related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and understand common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; ability to respond to complex or difficult inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats. REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Not indicated. PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Not indicated. SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED Not indicated. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include but not limited to interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supervises a small group (3-7) of employees, usually of lower classifications. Assigns and checks work; assists and instructs as required and performs same work as those supervised, or closely related work, a portion of the time. Content of the work