Ag Lender II

Job Description

Job Description

AGRICULTURAL LOAN OFFICER II

FIRST STATE BANK AND TRUST

MONTICELLO, IL

First State Bank and Trust is currently seeking an experienced Agricultural Lender to join our team. As an Ag Lender, you will work with local farmers and agricultural community members to provide a complete range of banking services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a portfolio of farm, farm real estate, and related agricultural loans.
• Participate in the analysis of loan requests.
• Provide an excellent customer experience, comply with all relevant regulations, and adhere to established credit standards.
• Work effectively with department staff and management.
• Properly close and document all loan transactions in accordance with the approved terms and conditions.
• Engage with the local community and represent the bank at public events throughout Piatt County.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year undergraduate degree in Finance, Agricultural Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of agricultural lending experience
• Proven track record of developing new loan opportunities
• Familiarity with a broad range of agricultural lending programs
• Team Player
• Strong analytical and credit skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

LEARN A LITTLE ABOUT US

At First State Bank and Trust, we have established ourselves as a trusted financial institution. Serving seven markets across Central Illinois, our $500 million community bank provides a full range of services to retail and commercial customers. Our diverse services include a growing mortgage banking group and a dedicated trust and wealth management department.

We have locations in Monticello, Champaign, Bloomington, Heyworth, Tuscola, Atwood, and Hammond. What makes us truly unique is that we're 100% employee-owned, meaning every team member has a stake in our success.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.