Agricultural Loan Officer

Agricultural Loan OfficerAgriculture Loan Officers, or Agricultural Lenders, work to help farmers and rural citizens obtain funds needed to manage their operations, purchase property, upgrade equipment, and more. Ag lending is more than just cold-calling prospects. The right individual will need to meet with farmers and business owners face-to-face to build relationships. An agricultural lender has knowledge of the industry, the market area, and keeps up to date with rules and regulations. The ideal Agricultural Loan Officer has a passion for the ag industry and helping others.Agricultural Loan Officer Requirements:1+ years of community banking experience.Personal and professional experience in Agriculture.Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.Exceptional negotiation skills.Bachelor's degree or corresponding education and related training.Agricultural Loan Officer ResponsibilitiesManage and grow a loan portfolioMake sales calls to achieve sales goalsMeet benchmarks in multiple facets including but not limited to profitability and credit qualityPromote new business developmentWork well with support staff and executive managementThis opportunity includes an excellent compensation and benefits package, as well as a wonderful work environment and low employee turnover rates.I partner with institutions all over Illinois, and work with other GPAC recruiters in the U.S. to place qualified candidates with strong companies. To be considered for this position and others, please apply with a resume. With any more questions or inquiries, email Eli Wergin at .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.