What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agricultural Loan Officer position at Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA)?
This is an exciting, professional opportunity to represent VEDA to our clients in the Vermont agricultural, forestry, and other related industries. VEDA is looking for a new loan origination team member to work with customers to understand their business and financial needs, analyze loan requests, work with a team of credit analysts to prepare loan approvals, and service a diverse loan portfolio. This position will be based in Montpelier, Burlington, or Middlebury, Vermont. This job position offers a hybrid work environment providing the opportunity to work from home on a periodic or regular basis.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the agricultural, forestry, and other related industries; commercial credit experience; strong communication skills; a positive customer service attitude; and will be team oriented. For success in this position, applicants will utilize their ability to analyze business records and make sound decisions. Candidates with previous commercial lending, agricultural lending, or credit analysis experience and a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field are preferred.
VEDA offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package for full-time employees. VEDA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a positive work experience for all employees. To learn more about VEDA, please visit www.veda.org.
Questions about this opportunity may be directed to VEDA’s Co-Directors of Agricultural Lending, Sarah Isham (sisham@veda.org) and/or Andy Wood (awood@veda.org).
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to VEDA’s Director of Human Resources, Cheryl Houchens chouchens@veda.org.