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How much do consumer credit officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for consumer credit officer in the United States is $98,014.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a consumer credit officer do?

A Consumer Credit Officer evaluates and approves or denies applications for credit from individual consumers, such as loans, credit cards, or mortgages. They assess the applicant’s creditworthiness by reviewing financial information, credit reports, and repayment history. Additionally, they ensure compliance with lending regulations and company policies, and may advise applicants on credit decisions or improvements. Their goal is to minimize risk for the financial institution while helping qualified consumers obtain the credit products they need.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a consumer credit officer?

To thrive as a Consumer Credit Officer, you need a solid understanding of credit analysis, risk assessment, and financial regulations, often backed by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with credit scoring systems, loan origination software, and regulatory compliance tools is typically required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication help build trust with clients and ensure sound decision-making. These skills are crucial for accurately assessing creditworthiness, minimizing risk, and maintaining the financial health of lending institutions.

How does a consumer credit officer typically collaborate with other departments within a financial institution?

A Consumer Credit Officer frequently collaborates with departments such as loan processing, risk management, and customer service to ensure a thorough evaluation of credit applications. They work closely with loan officers to clarify applicant details and with risk management teams to align decisions with institutional policies. This role often requires clear communication and teamwork across departments to ensure that credit decisions are both responsible and customer-focused.

Is a consumer credit officer a stressful job?

A consumer credit officer's job can be stressful due to the responsibility of evaluating loan applications, managing risk, and meeting deadlines. The role often requires attention to detail, strong decision-making skills, and working under pressure, especially during high-volume periods or when dealing with difficult cases.
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Infographic showing various Consumer Credit Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 81% Full Time, and 18% Part Time. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,014 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

Consumer Loan Credit Officer II-Hybrid

Valencia, CA • On-site

Logix Federal Credit Union
Commercial Banking • 501 - 1,000 employees

$30.71 - $46.06/hr

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Posted 6 days ago


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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description


Consumer Loan Credit Officer II-Hybrid
Location
US-CA-Valencia
ID
2026-1753
Category
Consumer and Real Estate Lending
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Overview

If you love connecting with people and are ready to grow your career in a company that invests in your success, we'd love to meet you. Come be part of something amazing where your contributions truly matter. Where a hybrid schedule offers the perfect balance of in-person collaboration and remote flexibility, supporting a great work-life harmony.

The Consumer Loan Credit Officer II makes credit decisions on complex loan requests within the lending limits, evaluates applicants' credit needs by analyzing loan requests that fall outside of the system business rules and/or the loan approval matrix and effectively communicates with members and dealers regarding loan requests. Also coaches and provides feedback to loan officers on lending policy, procedures, and practices.

Responsibilities
    Reviews and decisions loan applications falling outside the loan approval matrix and/or predetermined system business rules.
  • Reviews and makes recommendations on complex loan requests falling outside of the Consumer Credit Officer II lending authority to a Senior Credit Officer and/or the Manager of Consumer Lending Underwriting.
  • Demonstrates ability to evaluate a borrower's overall credit worthiness and extend an approval or counteroffer within LFCU's risk tolerance.
  • Maintains standards in loan quality, member service, and audit integrity and compliance areas.
  • Provides advice and assistance to members and employees on budget counseling, consolidations, pay methods, and other areas relating to their financial needs. Explains reasons for denial and explores options for members when loans are denied.
  • Inputs applications, completes decision process, sets up funding instructions, and submits files for funding.
  • Ensures loans are reviewed, decisional, and processed within established LFCU policies and procedures, as well as federal and state guidelines.
  • Troubleshoots problem loans submitted by various delivery channels and collaborates with management and staff to resolve issues.
  • Contributes to evaluating and recommending improvements to department functions (LOS, processes, policy, etc.)
  • Coaches and mentors FSO/LPC Loan Officers on the loan interview process, application development and cross-sell opportunities.
  • Provides feedback to the Consumer Lending Underwriting Manager about individual loan officers' performance.
  • Develops and utilizes resources to identify, prevent, and correct all areas of loan quality, FSO/LPC Loan Officer training, and account integrity.
  • Assists internal and external members with loan and underwriting issues.
  • Assists in the development of new programs and methods to improve member services and reduce costs and implements new loan products and services in accordance with management direction.
  • Reviews LFCU membership application exception requests on a case-by-case basis to determine if the applicant should be approved for membership.
  • Provides prompt, efficient, and courteous service to both members and co-workers.
  • Reviews funded loans and prepares assessments as directed by management.
  • Cross-sells products and services offered at the credit union, when appropriate
  • Assists in validating and developing policies and procedures in line with Credit Union strategic planning.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
  • Consistently reports to work on time, as scheduled.
  • Work within their team and have a direct impact on themselves and their direct processes.

Qualifications

Education

  • 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Preferred
  • A Bachelors' Degree as well as experience

Experience

  • Must have a minimum of 2-4 years' experience in a financial institution in a consumer loan officer or underwriter capacity dealing with direct and indirect loans, credit cards, and personal loans with progressive limits.
Knowledge, Skills & Ability
  • Must also have a thorough understanding of credit reports and how to interpret data.
  • The following is preferred:
  • MS Office Suite of Products
  • Symitar (Episys)
  • Meridian Link
  • Dealer Track
  • Knowledge of NCUA regulations, consumer lending, indirect lending, loan collection concepts, and practices
  • Use existing tools/processes to solve tasks/issues assigned to them.

Disclaimer

Logix Federal Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Range
USD $30.71 - USD $46.06 /Hr.

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