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Agricultural Loan Officer - MASBDA

State of Missouri, Jefferson City, MO, United States


Overview

The Missouri Agricultural & Small Business Development Authority (MASBDA) promotes the development of agriculture and small business by providing financing. This program provides financial assistance for the production, processing, and marketing needs of agricultural producers and agribusinesses across Missouri. The Missouri Department of Agriculture is seeking a full-time Agricultural Loan Officer to work with producers and small business owners and visit farms and banks across the state.
Responsibilities

Explain MASBDA programs to loan applicants, banks, and agribusiness leaders
Prepare and present recommendations for board approval
Collaborate with industry leaders to promote Missouri agriculture
Represent MASBDA, MDA, and the State of Missouri at trade shows and industry events
Complete regular bank and farm visits throughout the state
Review delinquencies and analyze collection issues
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) or more years of professional or technical experience in finance, accounting, marketing or business management, with one (1) or more years of experience in loan administration, servicing, amortization, or guaranty preferred. Required experience can come from a combination of direct work experience and/or completion of a relevant bachelor’s degree program.
Valid Missouri Driver License
Preferred Qualifications

Passion for and working knowledge of agriculture
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships
Enjoys statewide travel
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Benefits

3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
Retirement
Up to $75/month match on savings plan
6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
hr@mda.mo.gov

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