Job Description

As a valued member of the broader Commercial Lending team, you will be relied upon to assist with the loan documentation process and to contribute value to the bank’s lending decisions. You will build rapport with internal and external stakeholders and become a key player in an essential process of our bank. You will perform a wide variety of support functions such as, coordinating the processing of approved new commercial loans, letters of credit, extensions, modifications, loan advances, manage quality control and clear to close reviews and so forth for the Commercial Lending team. You will engage with internal and external customers while providing legendary service levels. Your strong combination of interpersonal, analytical, and decision-making skills makes you a valued resource and partner.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure documents are complete, accurate, recorded, filed appropriately, and maintained for loans assigned to you, and review documentation for other Loan Coordinators.
• Perform quality control to ensure loans are closed as approved, including verifying that conditions to close are met before closing and disbursement of funds.
• Follow up on documentation exceptions and/or outstanding items.
• Order flood certificates, appraisals, title insurance, and UCC searches as needed.
• Close loans and disburse loan proceeds as requested.
• Provide analytics and reporting as requested by the CCO, including but not limited to exception tracking.
• Support the CCO in managing OREO properties, including vetting and coordinating leasing agents, scheduling inspections and subcontractors, reviewing listing agreements and contracts, and paying bills.
• Review and manage internal draw requests for construction loans while adhering to internal processes and procedures.
• Assist the CCO with management and oversight of problem loans, including ordering O&E reports and site inspections, reviewing documents, and coordinating legal engagements.
• Manage outside vendors for Commercial Lending, including the appraisal management company.

Business Line Partnership

• Maintain positive working relationships with all lines of business.
• Respond to internal and external customers in a timely manner.
• Support Commercial Lenders in a positive and professional manner to promote meeting and/or exceeding business expectations.
• Keep Commercial Lending leadership apprised of department issues and/or concerns.

Team Accountabilities

• Maintain a high level of cooperation and rapport with all associates to ensure accurate and efficient operations and service.
• Formulate and communicate new ideas and suggestions to improve profitability and efficiency for the bank.
• Engage in the community to foster and promote the Central Bank brand.

Central Bank offers a competitive benefits program.

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This position starts at $98,483 per year and can increase from there depending on experience.

Applications will be accepted through July 17th, 2026.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Ten years previous experience as a Loan Assistant, Loan Operations/Documentation Specialist, or equivalent related experience required.
• Ten years of previous experience with lending compliance and banking regulations required.
• Dependable work attendance and willingness to occasionally work outside of normal hours to meet business needs or attend meetings in other areas in the bank footprint as needed.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with associates at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to juggle multiple, competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and provide a high level of service to internal partners.
• Demonstrated organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal, planning, problem-solving, and business analytical skills.
• Able to write and speak clearly, easily communicating complex ideas.
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage time well and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-location, high-growth environment while delivering high levels of quality and a legendary associate experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills that demonstrate a professional demeanor and the ability to interact with others with discretion and tact.