Ag Lender

Ag Lender

This is a rare opportunity to step into a growth-driven role where relationships matter, decisions are made locally, and your work has a visible impact. If you enjoy being in the field with producers, building long-term partnerships, and contributing to a strong agricultural community, this role offers both purpose and stability.

• Competitive base salary with a strong annual bonus program
• Consistent bonus history tied to profitability, production, and community involvement
• No weekend work
• Paid maternity leave in addition to PTO
• Monthly childcare stipend for employees with children
• Outstanding community bank benefits
• A highly stable, long-tenured team with supportive leadership
• The chance to make a real impact through lending and community involvement

• Building and managing long-term relationships with agricultural producers
• Supporting crop, cattle, and equipment lending needs
• Conducting farm visits, inspections, and occasional appraisals
• Actively developing new business through in-person visits and community engagement
• Managing credit quality, including financials, past dues, and exceptions
• Participating in loan participations when applicable
• Opening CODs for customers (training provided)
• Presenting problem loans to leadership or the board as needed

• Maintaining strong credit discipline and portfolio performance
• Spending regular time in the field with customers
• Proactively identifying growth opportunities within the ag portfolio
• Staying organized, accountable, and responsive in credit workflow
• Representing the bank positively within the local ag community
• Supporting a relationship-based, service-oriented culture

• 5+ years of lending experience preferred, ideally in agricultural lending or 3+ years of strong agricultural experience with credit or lending exposure
• Solid understanding of crops, cattle, and equipment operations
• A relationship-first mindset with a passion for producer engagement
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• A proactive, self-driven approach to portfolio management
• Comfort serving as a trusted financial partner within the community

* Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Ag Lender job.

$85,000 per year