Ag Loan Officer
Ag Loan Officer
Job ID: 42103
Location: Chinook, MT
Category: Accounting & Financial
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Chinook, MT
Build Relationships. Grow Your Portfolio. Make an Impact.
A well-established Montana bank is looking for an experienced Ag Loan Officer to join its team in Chinook. This is an excellent opportunity for a relationship-focused lender who understands agriculture, enjoys working directly with customers, and wants to play an important role in a close-knit rural community.
This position offers the opportunity to manage and grow an established loan portfolio while developing new agricultural and commercial relationships. The ideal candidate will bring sound lending judgment, strong business development skills, and a genuine understanding of the people and businesses that drive rural Montana.
Why Chinook?
Chinook offers a slower pace, lower cost of living, and the kind of community where people know their neighbors. Located near the Bear Paw Mountains, the area provides plenty of opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, and enjoying Montana's wide-open spaces. For someone looking to build a career without giving up the lifestyle that makes rural Montana special, Chinook offers a great combination of professional opportunity and small-town living.
What You'll Do
- Manage and grow an agricultural and commercial loan portfolio
- Build lasting relationships with farmers, ranchers, business owners, and community members
- Develop new business through networking, community involvement, and proactive customer outreach
- Evaluate loan applications, financial statements, and credit information to structure and approve sound loans
- Identify opportunities to match customers with additional banking products and services
- Provide knowledgeable, responsive service while helping customers achieve their financial goals
What You'll Bring
- Minimum of 3 years of agricultural or commercial lending experience
- Strong knowledge of agricultural lending and financial analysis
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Sound judgment and the ability to make independent lending decisions
- Self-motivation and a strong business development mindset
- Genuine interest in serving rural Montana communities
Compensation & Benefits
- Up to $125,000 base salary, DOE, plus incentives and bonuses
- Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with immediate vesting, employer contributions, and profit sharing
- Group and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Paid vacation and sick leave plus 11 paid holidays
- Comprehensive leave programs
- Health Savings Account and flexible spending accounts
- Maternity and family support program
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Ready to make your next move in rural Montana?
If you're an experienced lender looking for the opportunity to build relationships, grow a portfolio, and become a valued part of a local community, we'd like to hear from you.
To apply or learn more: Email [email protected] or call 406-270-0583
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