SVP​/Mortgage Lending

5000 W. 36th St., St. Louis Park, MN 55416

We’re seeking a Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending to lead a bold, long-term initiative that will redefine how we serve customers and expand our footprint. This is more than a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to build, innovate, and drive results that will make a lasting impact.

• Build and lead the bank’s mortgage department, including strategy, staffing, and revenue goals.
• Develop a comprehensive suite of mortgage products and services.
• Create policies, procedures, and workflows to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and manage Mortgage Loan Originators (MLOs) and operations staff.
• Drive growth initiatives and profitability for the mortgage division.
• Oversee underwriting standards and ensure loans meet regulatory and secondary market guidelines.
• Manage vendor relationships and mortgage software applications.
• Represent the bank in community and civic activities to strengthen market presence.

What We’re Looking For

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred).

Experience:

• 7–10 years in residential mortgage lending.
• 3–5 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Proven success managing origination and operations teams.

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of mortgage regulations and secondary market guidelines (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac).
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in loan origination software (e.g., Encompass) and Microsoft Office.
• Licensing: S.A.F.E. Act registration through NMLS required.

At Citizens Independent Bank, we believe in the power of community and building meaningful relationships. Our commitment to exceptional customer experiences drives everything we do. If you’re passionate about leading high-performing teams, creating innovative strategies, and driving sustainable growth, we want you on our team.

• Competitive Salary
• Incentive Compensation Plan
• Full benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, PFML, STD, LTD, 401(k) with generous match, paid holidays, generous PTO, and more.
• Work-life balance
• A collaborative, community-focused culture with over 75 years of local banking history.

MBA Job number/Date Added: H-8086: 1/5/26