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Lending Specialist

Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, United States


The Lending Specialist provides prompt quality customer service in addition to working in a team environment with other branch and regional lending personnel. Performs a wide range of services related to loan processing, documentation and loan portfolio management, which includes but not limited to preparing various loan worksheets and forms; entity documentation review; facilitation of loan documents signing; maintaining branch loan files; perfection of loan collateral; loan servicing/maintenance; ongoing monitoring of loan covenants; and resolving customer concerns.

Review and scrutinize organizational/entity documentation for safety & soundness and CIP (Customer Identification Program) & CDD (Customer Due Diligence) compliance.

Verify and examine the accuracy of the information and supporting documentation provided during the loan application process

Initiate the ordering of appraisal reports, credit reports, UCC searches, and other due diligence information required for loan processing and underwriting

Prepare various worksheets required for approval, order loan documents and identify exceptions accordingly

Compile documents required for loan closings, i.e. title reports, evidence of insurance, and other related documents

Facilitate document signing process and address customer questions and concerns

Assist loan officers with loan portfolio management, i.e. reviewing upcoming maturities, annual financial reporting requirements for follow up

Supports multiple branches as assigned by Regional Relationship Manager

Ensure compliance with federal & state, internal regulations, bank security guidelines and procedures

Maintain open communication with various support departments to reach desired results

Maintain Notary Commission & perform Notary Public duties for the Bank

Participate in lending related meetings, training and collaboration including assisting the branch in business development planning

Lending Specialist Levels & Classifications

File Maintenance

Required Knowledge

Bank Secrecy Act

Complaint Documentation Policy

FDIC Insurance

Regulation B (ECOA)

General Operations

Regulation BB (CRA)

Loan Products

Regulation CC

Loan Documentation

Regulation DD

New Account Procedures

Regulation E (EFT)

Privacy Laws

Regulation H (Flood Insurance)

Safe Deposit Box Procedures

Regulation X (RESPA)

Security/Robbery Procedures

Regulation Z (Truth in Lending)

UCCs

Complies with all State and Federal Banking regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: BSA, Anti-Money Laundering OFAC, CIP, Financial Elder Abuse Reporting, Sexual Harassment, Information Security and privacy requirements. This position will elevate suspicious activity to supervisory staff and/or BSA department. Completes compliance and other technical training workshops as assigned.

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic Mathematics Skills

Clear understanding of the English Language (Spoken & Written)

Critical Thinking, Judgment & Problem Solving Skills

Customer Service Skills

Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Strong typing skills

Time Management Skills

Ability to actively listen & learn

Ability to use oral communication techniques to sell products or services

Ability to respectfully communicate with Supervisors and Co-workers

Ability to effectively deal with unpleasant, angry or discourteous people

Equipment Operated Desk Top Computers

Scanners

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Requires repetitive movement

Requires sitting for prolong periods of time

Requires lifting up 10lb

Requires using hands to handle, control or feel objects

Office setting w/controlled temperature

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Notary Commission

Preferred candidates must have 6 months or more commercial loan processing experience within the past three years

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel to various bank locations as needed

Professional business attire

Some Saturday hours maybe applicable

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will be required to perform additional related work duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and/or management.

Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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