VP, Commercial Loan Officer
1 week ago
Job Description A well-capitalized community bank in southern Illinois is seeking a Vice President, Commercial Lending to support and grow its commercial and small-business portfolio within its established footprint. This is a relationship-driven VP role designed for an experienced commercial lender who wants autonomy, visibility, and influence without formal team management. The role is ideal for a lender who prefers to stay hands-on with clients, credit, and the community while operating with meaningful lending authority. The Vice President of Commercial Lending is responsible for originating, structuring, underwriting, and managing commercial loans while maintaining strong credit quality and long-term customer relationships. The role partners closely with senior leadership. This is a highly visible position within a smaller-bank environment where reputation, judgment, and community presence matter. Key Responsibilities Originate, structure, underwrite, and manage commercial loans, including C&I and owner-occupied CRE Build and maintain strong relationships with local business owners and COIs Drive sustainable loan and deposit growth within the bank’s footprint Maintain asset quality through disciplined underwriting and proactive portfolio management Monitor delinquencies and address stressed credits in collaboration with leadership Operate with sound judgment and independence within assigned lending authority Qualifications 7+ years of commercial or business lending experience Strong underwriting and credit analysis skills Experience managing a commercial loan portfolio independently Relationship-focused community banking mindset Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field Compensation & Benefits (Illinois Disclosure) Base Salary: Up to $145,000, commensurate with experience, portfolio scope, and overall impact Incentive Compensation: Performance-based bonus opportunity Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Life Insurance & AD&D; Long-Term Disability / Salary Continuance; 401(k); Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Leave (Illinois compliant); Paid Holidays Why This Opportunity Strong local decision-making and credit authority Visible role within a community-focused institution Ideal for a seasoned lender who values relationships over hierarchy Qualified professionals interested in learning more are encouraged to reach out directly for a confidential discussion. Contact: crystal.fryers@gogpac.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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Loan Assistant
4 days ago
Effingham, IL, United States Farm Service Agency Full timeSummary This position is located in the Farm Service Agency, Farm Loan Program Branch Farm Loan Officers (FLOs) are required to successfully complete all of the requirements of the Farm Loan Training Program. FLOs may be reassigned to another training office during their training program. Duties Help Conducts interviews with loan applicants, reviews loan...
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Loan Assistant
3 days ago
Effingham, IL, United States Farm Service Agency Full timeSummary This position is located in the Farm Service Agency, Farm Loan Program Branch Farm Loan Officers (FLOs) are required to successfully complete all of the requirements of the Farm Loan Training Program. FLOs may be reassigned to another training office during their training program. Duties Help Conducts interviews with loan applicants, reviews loan...
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Credit Analyst-Ag Lending Focus
1 week ago
Effingham, IL, United States gpac Full timeJob Description Credit Analyst - Ag Lending Focus Southern Illinois Full-Time | Competitive Compensation | On-Site or Hybrid A relationship-centered financial institution in Southern Illinois is looking to add an experienced Credit Analyst to its growing credit team. This role is ideal for a motivated analyst with commercial and ag credit experience who...
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Senior Credit Analyst
6 days ago
Effingham, IL, United States First Mid Bank & Trust Full timePosition: Senior Credit AnalystLocation:Effingham, ILJob Id: 4290# of Openings: 0Office Location: In office, Mattoon, IL At First Mid, base salary is one component of our Total Rewards program. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as (but not limited to) education, skills, internal equity, and experience. This position offers additional...
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Senior Credit Analyst
6 days ago
Effingham, IL, United States First Mid Bank & Trust Full timePosition: Senior Credit AnalystLocation:Effingham, ILJob Id: 4290# of Openings: 0Office Location: In office, Mattoon, IL At First Mid, base salary is one component of our Total Rewards program. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as (but not limited to) education, skills, internal equity, and experience. This position offers additional...
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Credit Analyst-Entry Level
4 days ago
Effingham, IL, United States gpac Full timeJob Description Credit Analyst - Entry Level Southern Illinois Full-Time | Up to $60K | On-Site A growing, community-focused financial institution is looking to bring on a motivated Credit Analyst to support its commercial and consumer lending teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a early-career professional with a passion for financial analysis and a...
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Credit Analyst-Entry Level
4 days ago
Effingham, IL, United States gpac Full timeJob Description Credit Analyst - Entry Level Southern Illinois Full-Time | Up to $60K | On-Site A growing, community-focused financial institution is looking to bring on a motivated Credit Analyst to support its commercial and consumer lending teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a early-career professional with a passion for financial analysis and a...
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Real Estate Appraisal Coordinator
16 hours ago
Effingham, IL, United States Dieterich Bank Full timeDieterich Bank is seeking an Appraisal Coordinator to join our team in Effingham, IL! The Appraisal Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the day-to-day operations of the Appraisal Department to ensure efficient workflow. The position will include ordering and reviewing commercial and residential real estate appraisals and performing evaluations and...
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Real Estate Appraisal Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Effingham, IL, United States Dieterich Bank Full timeDieterich Bank is seeking a detail-oriented Appraisal Coordinator to join our team in Effingham, IL! This role is ideal for someone with real estate experience or an active real estate license who is looking to apply their industry knowledge in a professional banking environment. The Appraisal Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the day-to-day...
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Real Estate Appraisal Coordinator
1 week ago
Effingham, IL, United States Dieterich Bank Full timeDieterich Bank is seeking a detail-oriented Appraisal Coordinator to join our team in Effingham, IL! This role is ideal for someone with real estate experience or an active real estate license who is looking to apply their industry knowledge in a professional banking environment. The Appraisal Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the day-to-day...
