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Solar Loan Officer

Solar and Energy Loan Fund of St. Lucie County
Fort Pierce, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Solar Loan Officer

Reports to : Solar Program Manager

Type of Job : Full-time (Exempt)

Location : Hybrid / Remote (Fort Pierce, Florida, with some travel as required)

About SELF

SELF is a national award-winning non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a mission to rebuild and empower underserved communities by providing access to affordable and equitable capital for homeowners, landlords, developers, contractors, and small businesses to support a transition towards an inclusive clean energy economy. As the nation’s first local Green Bank, SELF is at the forefront of climate equity and expanding its impact nationwide.

Job Description

The Solar Loan Officer will engage in extensive community outreach activities, energy-efficient, and renewable energy contractor recruitment. The Solar Loan Officer will work with clients to identify their needs and educate clients on the different types of loan and grant programs available. The Solar Loan Officer will work with the Underwriting Department to present clients with the necessary information for loan / grant evaluation and qualification. The Solar Loan Officer will ensure excellent communication and client satisfaction from loan / grant initiation, through project management, and finalized loan / grant closing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with applicants on the grant and / or financing process .
  • Extensive community engagement in public forums, community meetings, and social media.
  • Build collaborative relationships with local contractors and solar government partners to accomplish program goals.
  • Build a local solar contractor network of home improvement companies—with focus on renewable energy, energy efficiency, green energy.
  • Responsible for client and contractor relations, loan documentation, and loan closings.
  • Collection of financial information and performance of loan pre-qualification assessment.
  • Assist clients with product selection, prescreening contractors, fair pricing, project coordination, and loan processing.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Team and Marketing Director on the strategic marketing needed to reach low-to moderate-income homeowners.
  • Maintain Company culture and represent the organization with a high standard of quality customer service at all points of contact.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with CDFIs, community development, impact investment, or community banking is preferred.
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish).
  • Experienced in solar energy and energy efficiency.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as exemplary customer service and people skills.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the South Florida region.
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate with a team while also being innovative and a self-starter.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SalesForce, and financial software.
  • Experience working with nonprofits and low-to-moderate income communities preferred
  • Experience with solar energy.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a loan officer.
  • Experience with consumer (unsecured) loan processing and at least one other of the following loan types is preferred : commercial / commercial rehab, construction, and mortgage / housing.
  • Lending and underwriting experience in a minimum of two of the following loan types is required : consumer underwriting, construction, green energy, mortgage / housing, and consumer (unsecured and secured loans).
  • Education and Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Employment Details

  • Location : In-office 3–5 days per week for the first year; hybrid options available after.
  • Travel : Minimal travel required for meetings and conferences.
  • Ability to walk, stand, sit for extended periods, and lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Compensation

  • Salary Range : $75,000 - $85,000 (commensurate with experience)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 5% match.
  • 12 paid holidays, 3 weeks vacation and paid sick leave time.
  • Top Benefits and Perks

  • Performance-based bonuses.
  • Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer

    SELF is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and stakeholders. All employment decisions at SELF are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

    As a recipient of federal funding, SELF complies with all applicable federal regulations, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) , Title VI of the Civil Rights Act , Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act , and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act . Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact HR@solarenergyloanfund.org

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