SVP/SBA Lender

This position must possess the technical skills needed to originate, underwrite and document a sizable portion of SBA loans while ensuring SBA eligibility, regulations and underwriting guidelines are followed. Proficiency in business development is required as this position will be expected to actively solicit new loan relationships within the constraints of the Bank's loan policy. Generally, a candidate for this position will have functioned as an SBA Lender, Commercial Loan Officer or Credit Officer for a period of at least five years.

Primary Duties:

Develop new business utilizing SBA programs. Promote the bank and make meaningful connections to deepen relationships in the market. Develop relationships with COI's and commercial banking teams in order to source SBA loans. Works with commercial banking teams throughout the region and attends meetings with major prospects and clients, as requested. Responsible for reviewing, documenting, closing and disbursing complex commercial or commercial real estate for SBA 7(a) loans in conjunction with other SBA personnel and the commercial banking team. Maintain a high standard of credit quality for SBA loans through the credit approval process. Spend time with other Bell Bank peers to develop healthy crossroads and partnerships. Stay up-to-date on local SBA market trends and the competitive landscape. Assist in the analysis of financial and related data to determine SBA program eligibility, the general creditworthiness of the prospect and the merits of the specific loan request. Establish and negotiate, where necessary, terms under which the credit could be structured, including the costs, repayment methods and collateral requirements. Assist in the preparation of the Loan Committee Presentation and required supporting documentation. This package must be prepared in accordance with the standards established in the loan policy. Provide guidance to the SBA Packager and commercial lending assistant in preparation of loan documentation. Assist in presenting to the Loan Committee for review and approval of all loans. Know by name and face as many customers and employees as possible, calling them by name as often as possible. Know and practice LOCBUTN, our Golden Rules, and Bell Bank Customer Service Standards. Know, understand, and live the company values and bottom line. Conduct activities consistent with established Bell Bank policies, procedures and systems, the Bell Bank Employee Conduct policies, the Bank Secrecy Act and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations. All employees are responsible for information security, including compliance with policies and standards which protect sensitive information. Prompt and reliable attendance. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Required:

B.A. in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field. Five or more years of credit, banking or examining experience. Five or more years of previous SBA lending experience. Prior Working knowledge of loan documentation. Above-average written and communication skills. Proficiency with computer technology. Ability to deal with multiple tasks and deadlines. Effective time management and organizational skills.

Additional Details :

If you like to work with people in a family atmosphere, enjoy great benefits and provide unequaled personal service to every customer, consider a career with Bell Bank. Bell Bank was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota. It is the largest family-and employee-owned bank in the upper Midwest, and one of the largest in the nation, with assets of more than $14 billion. Bell Bank has full-service banking locations in North Dakota, Minnesota and Arizona. Bell has empowered more than $30 million in charitable giving through its unique Pay It Forward initiative, through which every employee chooses each year how to help individuals, families and organizations in need. Bell Bank has been recognized as a top workplace by American Banker, Forbes and Fortune. If you want to work for an established, growing, forward-looking organization with world-class employees, this is the place for you. Let Bell Bank be your destination workplace.

Bell's Values:

As stewards, dedicated to the growth and reputation of this independently owned organization, we are committed to: Promoting and sustaining our family atmosphere. Providing unequaled personal service to each and every customer. Paying it forward

Our Bottom Line:

Happy Employees! Happy Customers! In addition to salary, Bell Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package including, healthcare, (medical, dental, vision) employee stock ownership program, and 401(k) contribution and profit-sharing plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Bell Bank Equal Opportunity Employer Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.