Job Description

WHO WE ARE AgriBank is part of the customer-owned, nationwide Farm Credit System. Under Farm Credit's cooperative structure, AgriBank is primarily owned by 14 local Farm Credit Associations, which provide financial products and services to rural communities and agriculture. AgriBank expertly and reliably obtains funds and provides funding and financial solutions to those Associations. The AgriBank District covers a 15-state area stretching from Wyoming to Ohio and Minnesota to Arkansas. We are dedicated professionals leveraging our tremendous assets into supporting the people who feed the world.

HOW WE SERVE AgriBank’s mission is to expertly and reliably obtain funds and prudently provide funding and financial solutions primarily to the 14 Farm Credit Associations in the AgriBank District. Prudent lending standards and unwavering attention to risk management have resulted in a strong balance sheet. This balance sheet facilitates ongoing access to the financial markets, offering funding in the form of loan products with a wide variety of maturities, repricing and repayment options to District Associations. District Associations share in the positive benefits of a strong funding Bank through consistent access to capital, a broad array of financial products they use to serve their customers and an appropriate return on their investment through patronage distributions. We do all of this important work by listening, seeking feedback and delivering collaborative, innovative solutions. We foster a culture where diverse ideas are not only accepted, but expected. Delivery of quality products and financial services is our top priority.

WHAT WE OFFER FOR OUR EMPLOYEES As part of our commitment to attract and retain the best talent, we offer competitive salary and benefits, including a generous 401(k) plan and time-off plans. We support our employees’ development by offering education assistance, conferences, seminars, development training and other programs. We offer a flexible and supportive environment that leads to healthy work/life balance. AgriBank and our employees care about the community--we offer employee matching to partner organizations and paid time off to spend volunteering at a nonprofit organization. The combination of our total rewards and benefits, flexible and supportive workplace, and mission-driven culture make AgriBank the place to grow your career.

Join the dedicated professionals at AgriBank, and put your skills to work ensuring farmers and rural communities have the innovative financial solutions they need to feed our neighbors and the world.

POSITION PURPOSE As a key member of the Commercial Lending team, you will be part of AgriBank’s mission to support the people who feed the world.  The Lending Officer will work on a team that manages and grows a portfolio of loans that meet profitability and credit quality targets, while maintaining a high level of credit administration.  Other duties will include fostering relationships with lending partners, analyzing credit requests, monitoring a portfolio(s) for credit quality, writing annual industry risk assessments, participate in the prior approval process and will have the opportunity to work on projects, bank-wide initiatives, committees and process improvement efforts. The level of the job will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant work experience, in which job functions and level of responsibility could vary.

Are you ready for a rewarding career? Join us today!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree (finance, agricultural business, economics or accounting preferred)
• 0 – 10 years of related experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to perform complex credit analysis and administration
• Ability to understand complex loan structuring
• Knowledge of general accounting principles
• Ability to manage relationships
• Ability to work on a team
• Knowledge of agricultural industry
• Oral and written communication skills, sufficient to exchange information effectively with peers, supervisor and customers
• Skill in writing concise, logical, grammatically correct analytical reports to explain credit decisions and industry trends as it pertains to the job
• Ability to utilize time in an efficient and effective manner
• Skill in planning and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders
• Ability to travel 10-25% of the time
• Responsible to appropriately protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of AgriBank’s systems and data.

AgriBank will not sponsor a work visa (e.g. H1B, etc.) to fill this position.

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply for this position by clicking on the following link:

www.recruitingcenter.net/clients/agribank/publicjobs

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process may contact us through the following methods: Phone: 651-282-8647 or Mail: AgriBank, Attn: Talent Recruiting, 30 E 7th Street, Suite 1600, St. Paul, MN 55101.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

AgriBank FCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/W/D/V) dedicated to diversity in the workplace and offers a great work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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