Community Lending Officer, Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Flint)
Michigan Women Forward, Flint, MI, United States
Community Lending Officer, Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Flint)
Location:
Flint
Type:
Full time
STATUS:
Full-Time, Exempt LOCATION:
Flint, Michigan / Hybrid REPORTS TO:
Director of Lending
OUR MISSION: Michigan Women Forward is a community development financial institution whose mission is to expand economic opportunity for women and entrepreneurs of color by providing access to capital and business resources. Michigan Women Forward celebrates outstanding women by honoring their leadership contributions to the community, economy, and our state.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: This role blends relationship building, community engagement, and loan evaluation. The ideal candidate is comfortable being visible in the community, sourcing opportunities through trust-based relationships, and guiding entrepreneurs through the loan readiness and lending process.
This is not a back-office underwriting-only role. Success requires judgment, autonomy, and the ability to balance people-facing work with financial analysis and internal loan preparation.
HYBRID EXPECTATIONS:
Two days per week in Flint, embedded in community partner spaces and in-market meetings.
Three days remote, focused on underwriting preparation, follow-ups, loan packaging, and pipeline management.
Occasional early morning, evening, or community event hours may be required.
NON-NEGOTIABLES :
5 plus years of professional experience in lending, banking, credit union, or finance-related roles
Experience in relationship-based lending , small business banking, branch banking, or community-facing financial services
Proven ability to source and develop a lending pipeline through community engagement, referrals, and partnerships
Ability to review financial information and projectionsand assess reasonableness and repayment capacity
Strong customer experience skills and emotional intelligence
Comfort presenting loan recommendations to internal stakeholders or loan committee style groups
Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Formal underwriting or credit analyst experience
Experience with microloans, nonprofit lending, CDFIs, or CRA-related programs
Existing relationships within the Flint small business ecosystem or a transferable book of business
Experience meeting quantifiable lending or portfolio goals
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Build trust and deliver an outstanding customer experience across the full lending lifecycle
Engage entrepreneurs, banks, chambers, and partners to source loan-ready applications
Maintain visible community presence to support pipeline development
Conduct client meetings and site visits
Represent the organization at ecosystem events and partner meetings
Loan Readiness and Underwriting Support
Guide entrepreneurs through loan readiness and documentation
Evaluate loan applications and business plans for completeness and credit alignment
Review financial statements, tax documents, and projections for reasonableness
Analyze revenues, expenses, and debt obligations, including repayment capacity
Identify key risks and collaborate on post-loan technical assistance plans
Loan Committee and Closing Execution
Prepare loans for bi-weekly loan committee meetings with clear narratives and analysis
Participate in loan committee discussions
Facilitate loan closings and support disbursement processes
COMPENSATION: Salary range:
$75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience
Flexibility: Exceptional candidates with strong community lending, relationship-building experience, or a transferable book of business may be considered above range
Benefits and Perks:
Medical coverage
Paid time off
Half-day Fridays during the summer
Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS: The position requires regular presence in the Detroit office for direct coordination with the President & CEO and CFO. Some flexibility for remote work on administrative and data entry tasks may be available depending on operational needs. The role may occasionally require early mornings, late afternoons, or weekend hours to support board activities, strategic initiatives, or special events.
This position involves frequent interaction with staff, donors, vendors, and external partners, requiring professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills. The role may require lifting office supplies and materials (up to 25 lbs.) and extended periods at a computer workstation.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION: MWF does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and especially welcome applications from women and members of historically marginalized communities, as these perspectives strengthen our ability to advance economic equity.
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Location:
Flint
Type:
Full time
STATUS:
Full-Time, Exempt LOCATION:
Flint, Michigan / Hybrid REPORTS TO:
Director of Lending
OUR MISSION: Michigan Women Forward is a community development financial institution whose mission is to expand economic opportunity for women and entrepreneurs of color by providing access to capital and business resources. Michigan Women Forward celebrates outstanding women by honoring their leadership contributions to the community, economy, and our state.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: This role blends relationship building, community engagement, and loan evaluation. The ideal candidate is comfortable being visible in the community, sourcing opportunities through trust-based relationships, and guiding entrepreneurs through the loan readiness and lending process.
This is not a back-office underwriting-only role. Success requires judgment, autonomy, and the ability to balance people-facing work with financial analysis and internal loan preparation.
HYBRID EXPECTATIONS:
Two days per week in Flint, embedded in community partner spaces and in-market meetings.
Three days remote, focused on underwriting preparation, follow-ups, loan packaging, and pipeline management.
Occasional early morning, evening, or community event hours may be required.
NON-NEGOTIABLES :
5 plus years of professional experience in lending, banking, credit union, or finance-related roles
Experience in relationship-based lending , small business banking, branch banking, or community-facing financial services
Proven ability to source and develop a lending pipeline through community engagement, referrals, and partnerships
Ability to review financial information and projectionsand assess reasonableness and repayment capacity
Strong customer experience skills and emotional intelligence
Comfort presenting loan recommendations to internal stakeholders or loan committee style groups
Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Formal underwriting or credit analyst experience
Experience with microloans, nonprofit lending, CDFIs, or CRA-related programs
Existing relationships within the Flint small business ecosystem or a transferable book of business
Experience meeting quantifiable lending or portfolio goals
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Build trust and deliver an outstanding customer experience across the full lending lifecycle
Engage entrepreneurs, banks, chambers, and partners to source loan-ready applications
Maintain visible community presence to support pipeline development
Conduct client meetings and site visits
Represent the organization at ecosystem events and partner meetings
Loan Readiness and Underwriting Support
Guide entrepreneurs through loan readiness and documentation
Evaluate loan applications and business plans for completeness and credit alignment
Review financial statements, tax documents, and projections for reasonableness
Analyze revenues, expenses, and debt obligations, including repayment capacity
Identify key risks and collaborate on post-loan technical assistance plans
Loan Committee and Closing Execution
Prepare loans for bi-weekly loan committee meetings with clear narratives and analysis
Participate in loan committee discussions
Facilitate loan closings and support disbursement processes
COMPENSATION: Salary range:
$75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience
Flexibility: Exceptional candidates with strong community lending, relationship-building experience, or a transferable book of business may be considered above range
Benefits and Perks:
Medical coverage
Paid time off
Half-day Fridays during the summer
Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS: The position requires regular presence in the Detroit office for direct coordination with the President & CEO and CFO. Some flexibility for remote work on administrative and data entry tasks may be available depending on operational needs. The role may occasionally require early mornings, late afternoons, or weekend hours to support board activities, strategic initiatives, or special events.
This position involves frequent interaction with staff, donors, vendors, and external partners, requiring professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills. The role may require lifting office supplies and materials (up to 25 lbs.) and extended periods at a computer workstation.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION: MWF does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and especially welcome applications from women and members of historically marginalized communities, as these perspectives strengthen our ability to advance economic equity.
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