Chief Lending Officer

This individual will oversee all functions of the loan department.  Responsibilities will include:

·        Planning, analyzing, organizing, and directing the Credit Union's consumer and residential (mortgage and home equity line of credit and junior lien) loans,

·        Member insurance products

·        Asset recovery/collections

·        Participate in strategic planning and development of Credit Union policies, procedures, and goals

·        Development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures that shall comply with external regulations

·        Maximizing lending activities to generate quality loan volume that is profitable to the Credit Union and is also in the member's best interest

·        Support and lead the consumer loan, residential loan, and collection departments

·        Institute department structure that fosters the development of an effective and knowledgeable team while ensuring that all lending services are professionally delivered and members are well served.

Qualifications

·        Bachelor's degree in finance/related field or an equivalent combination of formal training
and experience

·        Thorough knowledge of Credit Union loan products and applicable policies and standards

·        Understanding government regulations and legal requirements involving lending, collections, insurance, and related functions

·        Understanding of components of a financial statement and tax return

·        Five to ten years of progressive lending experience in a Credit Union or similar financial
institution

·        Strong leadership, supervisory, and interpersonal skills

·        Good organizational, managerial, and problem-solving abilities

·        A high level of analytical skills

·        Proficient in operating related computer applications and business equipment

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills