SVP​/Chief Lending Officer

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At Coast Central, we make banking easy, with access to your finances – anytime. With a network of over 30,000 free ATMs nationwide, the latest digital banking solutions, and 11 convenient Member Services Branches, one open Monday through Saturday and another open 7 days a week and evenings, control your funds from anywhere you happen to be.

At Coast Central, we make banking easy, with access to your finances – anytime. With a network of over 30,000 free ATMs nationwide, the latest digital banking solutions, and 11 convenient Member Services Branches, one open Monday through Saturday and another open 7 days a week and evenings, control your funds from anywhere you happen to be.

We’re all about exceptional service. Our dedication to providing a personalized member experience means your individual growth and our thriving community go hand in hand. At Coast Central Credit Union, we are dedicated to helping our members achieve their version of financial success. We support the financial success of individuals, businesses, and community organizations throughout Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity counties.

With a wide range of top‑notch personal and business products, competitive rates and fees, and friendly, caring community advocates, we strive to make a difference every day because our members are central.

Do you care about your community? So do we! As a member of Coast Central, you directly support $650,000 annually in community giving to deserving local non‑profits such as CASA, Senior Resource Center, Food for People, Special Olympics, fire relief, Little League, youth soccer, and much more. Additionally, Coast Central employees volunteer thousands of hours each year throughout our tri‑county region.

• Coast Central Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative, owned by their 79,000 members. Located throughout Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity counties
• CCCU was recently Named Best Bank/Credit Union by North Coast Journal readers for the 22nd consecutive year
• CDFI and Bank On designations received in 2025
• Our Mission Statement:
  We are the values-driven partner uniquely rooted in uplifting You
• Our Values:
  Champion Service Excellence, Maintain Financial Strength, Embody Integrity, Cultivate Innovation and Unite as One Team
• Our belief in the longtime credit union motto of “People Helping People” holds true through encouraging volunteerism throughout the areas that we serve and acknowledging employees for their valuable contributions. Each year, four Volunteers of the Quarter and a Volunteer of the Year are named. Our employees give back!

In alignment with Coast Central Credit Union’s objectives, the SVP/Chief Lending Officer (CLO) will plan, direct, and oversee all lending and collections activities to achieve the organization’s strategic goals. This includes developing and interpreting loan policies, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and maintaining the overall quality of the lending portfolio. The CLO is a key member of the Senior Management Team.

Beyond operational oversight, this role carries a significant strategic mandate. Currently, the credit union maintains a loan-to-share ratio of approximately 54%, with a goal to increase this ratio to 60–70% over the next 3–5 years. Achieving this growth will require innovation and disciplined execution, including:

• Expanding Participation Strategies:
  Increasing the frequency, volume, and selectivity of loan participations, including leveraging a CDFI lens to ensure regulatory compliance and mission alignment.
• Driving Growth Through Innovation:
  Developing new lending products, enhancing participation approaches, and exploring opportunities in new markets or underserved segments.
• Grow our Commercial Program:
  With 15.6% of our portfolio already in business lending, this role will build on our strong foundation to…