Small Business Loan Officer

Job Details
Level:    Experienced
Job Location:    Pacific Plaza - Tacoma, WA
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    High School Diploma or equivalent.
Salary Range:    $ $ Salary
Travel Percentage:    Hybrid
Job Shift:    Monday - Friday
Job Category:    Finance

Description

Sound Credit Union is currently seeking a Small Business Loan Officer to join our team If you have a passion for helping generate business loans up to $500,000, then this position at Sound might be the ideal opportunity for you. We offer a welcoming environment with opportunities for professional growth, a passion for community involvement and great benefits to support employee wellbeing.

Your Compensation:  

Our pay ranges are built to allow for candidates with various levels of skill and experience to be considered and provide room for growth over time. The target salary range for this position is $77, $97,461 depending on previous experience and education. The full salary range is $77, $116,

In this role you will be eligible to receive additional compensation through incentives. 

  

Why Work with Us: 

We stand by our purpose to support our members, employees, and communities through all waves of life. We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. Learn more about our company culture on our career's page 

Your Benefits:

• 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and disability for yourself and more than 70% for dependent's premiums.
• 401k match dollar for dollar up to 4% – plus an additional discretionary profit share. 
• Three weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued annually to start, with increases over tenure. 
• Up to 40 hours of employer paid Work/Life Balance time, awarded annually. 
• 10 employer paid Federal Holidays every year.
• Up to 3% annual salary equivalent annual bonus may be awarded when the Credit Union meets its goals, paid each November.
• Up to $50/month gym/lifestyle reimbursement. 
• Up to $5,000/year Tuition Assistance Program. 
• Incentives for multilingual speakers. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Virtual Behavioral & Mental Health Services.
• Free and/or discounted banking services and loans.
• Employee Charitable Matching Program. 
• Free ORCA pass. 

What You'll Do:

Responsibilities:  

• Help generate business loans from current and potential members up to $500,000, with an emphasis on SBA 7(a) loans, Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Lines of Credit (LOC), and Commercial Term Loans.
• Develop and implement strategies for generating leads and creating business relationships, while training branch employees on business lending products.
• Conduct credit pre-screen analyses, prepare credit memoranda for approval, manage small business loan programs, and perform credit administration tasks.

Requirements: 

• 3 years of experience in the business lending field required, preferably in a financial institution. 
• SBA experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field, or equivalent experience preferred.

In addition:

• Must be bondable.
• Employer sponsorship to secure or maintain employment authorization is not available.
• Must have valid driver's license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a clean driving history.

Our Hours: 

A hybrid schedule Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, with the occasional need for afterhours work. You will have the ability to work out of our Pacific Plaza (Tacoma), Alderwood, or Downtown Olympia locations.This position works 40+ hours per week as business needs dictate.In your role you will have the ability to combine in-person and remote work after 90 days of employment. 

About Sound Credit Union…  

Sound Credit Union was founded in 1940 and is one of Washington State's largest credit unions. We have 26 full-service branches located throughout the Puget Sound region. We live by our Guiding Principles of Make a Connection, Be a Champion, and Doing the Right Thing for our members, employees, and community. Visit our website at:  to apply. 

The Future is in Our Hands…  

Sound Credit Union is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer that values and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings to our team. We welcome talent from all walks of life and actively foster an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and belong.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, age or any other protected status. We believe our differences make us stronger and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

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