Lending Assistant I

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We’re always looking for bright individuals to join our growing organization. As a part of the First Financial Family, we will invest in your development and provide a dynamic work environment where you’re challenged, valued and empowered every day. We strive to be the best destination for the industry’s top talent, creating a diverse, collaborative workplace that celebrates innovation and change. We are one team, working together to get things done.

Job Description:

Office Location:

Hereford, Texas, United States

SCOPE/CONTACTS:           

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform administrative duties for one or more Sr. level loan officers engaged in commercial/consumer loans. 
• Type, file, answer phone, greets and assists customers and prospective customers.
• The incumbent will also be required to assist customers with the loan application process and prepare applications etc. for the lending officers’ review.
• Once the loan has been approved, the incumbent will be responsible for coordinating with the loan processors to complete and return the documentation for closing in a timely manner.   
• Handle special projects as assigned.   
• Must actively participate in Customer Service First sales and service culture, support the values of the organization and follow established company policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Requires mathematical and general business knowledge normally acquired by high school graduate and at least three years secretarial/administrative experience, commercial or personal loan experience preferred. 
• Qualities most important to this position are good customer relations and communications, accuracy, flexibility, reliability, initiative, confidentiality, and ability to handle multiple tasks at a time and work in fast paced, stressful environment. 
• Word processing and spreadsheet software experience required. 
• Must be proficient in grammar, punctuation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer relations skills and professional demeanor is extremely important.