Loan Processor

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to various agricultural sectors. They are seeking a Loan Processor I or II to assist in originating, disbursing, and servicing customer loans within their Lending and Insurance team. Responsibilities - Perform administrative duties including typing correspondence and documents, establishing and maintaining electronic files, and greeting customers in person and on the phone - Gather, accurately enter, and maintain customer information and customer financial information into applicable systems to assist in loan document generation, account monitoring/servicing, and reporting - Perform required due diligence investigations of loan applicants, including public records searches, credit bureau reports, employment, income, assets and liabilities; order title evidence and appraisals, and complete other collateral due diligence as needed - Review customer loan documents for accuracy and present to customer for signing and/or facilitate closings as assigned - Comply with closing requirements and disburse loans as authorized, coordinate booking and certification of loans, within authorities - Respond to customer inquiries and process customer transactions including disbursements, internal account transfers, etc - Maintain an accurate database and complete assigned relationship plan actions - Monitor follow-up requirements in assigned areas - Handle customer information with a high degree of confidentiality - Ensure appropriate information security protocols are followed in order to prevent unauthorized transactions or releases of information - Comply with documentation expectations, procedures, laws and regulations - Participate in community events, local advisor meetings, customer appreciation days, farm visits and other customer and public relation related activities, as needed - Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls - Other duties as assigned Skills - High school diploma or equivalent - Ability to produce accurate reports, documents, and correspondence through attention to detail and knowledge of correct spelling, grammar and sentence structure - Exceptional customer service orientation - Ability to work efficiently and effectively on multiple projects in multiple software programs - Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team - Training in general office skills - Experience in commercial lending, banking or related field - General knowledge of applicable credit laws and regulations - General knowledge of agricultural practices - Knowledge of credit investigation and verification practices - Knowledge of platting and legal descriptions - Knowledge of accounting principles and processes Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company) - Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 12 holidays and 3 volunteer - 401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution) - Employee Assistance Program - Wellness Program - Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest! Company Overview - AgWest Farm Credit provides agricultural lender and crop insurance services to farmers, ranchers, and timber harvesters. It was founded in 1916, and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://agwestfc.com.