Job Description

Overview

This position is responsible for underwriting SBA 7a, SBA 504 and USDA loans in a specialized industry vertical. The candidate will gather financial/borrower information, analyze complex financial and credit information, underwrite loan requests, recommend credit actions, prepare credit memorandums and coordinates activity in support of the credit process. Responsibilities also include SOP review and compliance and document approval.

What You’ll Do

• Position accountabilities include all SBA Loan Underwriter responsibilities
• Review and approve all underwriting conditions in a timely manner
• Review and approve all third party credit related reports that include but are not limited to: appraisals, environmental, credit bureaus, OFAC
• Ensuring proper pre-funding quality control steps are taken on all loans
• Underwriting SBA loans in accordance with the Bank’s policies and procedures
• Analyze complex financial information utilizing Moody’s Analytics software.
• Delivering excellent service to customers both inside and outside the Bank
• Providing frequent communication to all parties involved in transactions in a positive and constructive manner
• Effectively managing the process to ensure multiple loan requests are being reviewed efficiently and concurrently, that customers receive timely answers, and that approved transactions are completed quickly and accurately
• Providing guidance and training to team members involved in processing and funding of loans
• Ensuring all loans comply with regulatory requirements
• Maintaining knowledge of company underwriting and lending guidelines and provide input to guidelines when requested
• Maintains and applies a thorough understanding of the bank's credit policy, SBA eligibility and all necessary business practices to ensure the submission of accurate and complete loan application packages
• Responsible for adhering to and complying with all Bank policies and Federal and State banking laws and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements For Success

• Bachelor's degree required
• The ideal candidate must have extensive SBA experience. Industry vertical experience is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of SBA 7a and 504 loan underwriting experience
• Thorough knowledge of SBA lending rules, regulations and practices
• Formal credit training is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and written skills
• Ability to underwrite and handle a large volume of loans
• Administrative/technical Skills
• Verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel)
• Participate in all required compliance training, including Bank Secrecy Act/anti-money laundering training, as well as internal and external training programs, online training, meetings, and seminars/conferences, etc.

Conditions of Employment

Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check.

FLSA: Exempt

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: N/A

WORK ENVIRONMENT: US – Remote

POSITION TYPE: This is a full-time position

TRAVEL: This position encourages up to 10% travel.

OTHER

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

USD $115,440.00 - USD $118,141.00 /Yr.