THE POSITION:
Due to a recent opening in our lending department, North Valley Credit Union is seeking the services of a qualified Loans Officer. The successful candidate will report directly to the Loans Manager. Responsibilities will include duties typically associated with the lending function such as interviewing members, monitoring portfolio performance and focusing on growth opportunities. While we seek an individual with prior experience in the lending area, we are prepared to train the skills necessary to fulfill the position responsibilities. This position will provide the opportunity for the successful applicant to gain exposure to various types of lending. This position is available immediately and the job posting will remain open until filled.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum grade 12 diploma supplemented by direct lending training and experience
- Consideration given to those individuals with loan security clerk abilities and seeking to advance their career
- A record of completing both formal and informal training and self-development courses
- Strong business development and relationship management skills
- Proven ability in portfolio management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must
- Willingness to engage in all types of lending
- A working knowledge of syndicated loans and lease adjudication will be an asset but this can be learned over time.
COMPENSATION:
The level of compensation provided will depend upon qualifications and experience. We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, which includes an 8% matched defined contribution pension plan as administered by the Co-operative Superannuation Society. This position will also qualify for participation in a very generous, un-capped variable pay-profit sharing program that is industry leading within the credit union system of Saskatchewan. A full range of employee benefits are provided including medical, dental, life insurance and more. Access to an annual training budget to enable you to grow in your position.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
We are seeking an individual with an upbeat and optimistic personality. One who finds it easy to get along with fellow workers and the membership at large and has an outgoing personality. Someone who communicates well and supports others and is fully capable of operating and succeeding within a diverse group of employees. Ideally, you will be someone who is fully engaged in the business of the company.
THE CREDIT UNION:
North Valley Credit Union is a single branch operation located in the Town of Esterhazy. Total assets under administration are approaching $ 128 million. NVCU has the highest risk-weighted capital ratio of any credit union in the province combined with some of the lowest delinquency ratios. The staff complement is 11 FTE.
THE COMMUNITY:
Esterhazy is located north of the Qu’Appelle valley, 73 km from the Manitoba border and 90 km southeast of Yorkton. It has a population of approximately 2,800 and is a full service community. Located within our community is a hospital, medical clinic, dentist, part-time Optometrist, an RCMP detachment and K-12 schools plus a daycare centre. Other amenities include a 9-hole grass green golf course, curling and skating rinks, three gymnasiums including an Anytime Fitness facility, outdoor aquatic centre, children’s park, walking trails, museum, library, Potash Interpretive Centre and bowling alley. It also has a strong retail sector consisting of three pharmacies, two grocery stores, three convenience stores, a hardware store, bargain shop and several restaurants. The potash mines in the immediate area are expanding and this increased economic activity bodes well for the future of this geographic region.
Please submit your resume by May 20th, 2022 to:
Chandra Preece, Loans Manager
PO Box 1389
Esterhazy, Saskatchewan
S0A 0X0
Ph # 306-745-6615
Fax # 306-745-2858
E-mail: Chandra.preece@northvalleycu.com
