Loan Officer V - Jefferson Parish, LA

General Position Statement:   The Loan Officer V is responsible for meeting the banking needs of our customers. This position will be expected to focus on the generation, approval, and servicing of customer loans, within acceptable loan risk standards, while adhering to bank policy and regulations. This position is also responsible for the generation of deposit transactions necessary to accommodate loan funding.   Duties and Responsibilities:   Builds rapport and leverages customer relationships with existing and potential borrowers with the goal of meeting customer needs and exceeding their expectations. Solicits and develops new business on an ongoing basis by calling on current and prospective customers for the generation of loans and deposits. Interviews loan applicants and ensures the completion of an accurate loan application. Evaluate credit data, cash flow, financial statements, and collateral to determine the creditworthiness of applicants. Communicates reason for denial to applicants when their loan request has been denied, as necessary. Reviews loan renewal requests to ensure the continued creditworthiness of the applicant and timely payment of the loan. Submits loan request memorandums to the loan committee for approval. Prepares documents for loan processing including the loan worksheet, loan documentation sheet, and loan review sheet. Responsible for accurately closing the loan which includes: Reviewing the loan documents for exceptions. Securing the proper signatures on all documents. Approving funding of the loan. Inspecting and evaluating collateral pledged to existing and prospective loans. Services the loan from loan closing to the date of loan payoff.  Ensures customer satisfaction throughout the life of the loans, resolving problems as they arise. Review the Insufficient Funds (NSF) report daily, which includes: Contacting the customer to ensure sufficient funds are available to cover checks submitted for payment. Encoding the item for payment if sufficient funds can be made available. Encoding the item to be returned if funds are not available. Monitors the past due list to ensure loans are paid on a timely basis. Contacts and counsels customers with delinquent accounts, as necessary, by phone or letter to arrange loan payment. Work with charged-off loans as time allows, attempting to work out a suitable payment schedule for the customer. Participates in community affairs to increase the Bank’s visibility and to enhance new and existing business opportunities. Maintains a thorough knowledge of Bank products, services, policies, procedures, and appropriate regulatory issues as related to daily job functions, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act; Privacy Act; Fair Lending Act; Regulation E; etc. Completes required compliance training and adheres to the Bank’s standard of conduct. Perform other duties as requested. Participation in the bank’s High-Performance Rewards Connections Program. Make referrals to the Mortgage Center and Wealth Management.   Position Requirements:   10 Years of Similar or Related Experience Bachelor’s Degree Banking or Finance or Loan Origination Experience Previous BankPlus Product, Services, and Systems Experience Preferred General Computer and Typing Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Including Excel, Work, and Outlook Driving and Occasional Travel, As Needed for Business Purposes Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills Work Outside of Regular Business Hours, As Deemed Necessary Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks         Department Expected Portfolio Size Banking Centers Over $70 MM Private Client Over $90 MM Commercial Lending Group Over $70 MM Commercial & Residential Real Estate Over $75 MM

Salary : $70 - $90