Commercial Loan Assistant - Wichita - Equity Bank : Job Details

Position: Commercial Loan Assistant Department: Loan Operations Location: Wichita, KS (on-site) Status: Full-Time/Hourly Jump start your career at Equity Bank! We are currently hiring energetic, team oriented, and community focused individuals to join our team! With a team of best-in-class customer service experts, you'll help to build and expand on client relationships, deliver the banking products and services that meet the unique and individual needs of clients, and create and uphold an atmosphere of superior experience and service. At Equity Bank we'll help you invest in your community through volunteer opportunities which align with our company initiatives and core values. Description:

• Plays a key role in providing analytical and modeling support to a team of loan managers. He or she will assist in maximizing the performance of a commercial loan portfolio.
• Reviews commercial loan documents for compliance and accuracy
• Responds to customer inquiries and resolves problems
• Identifies and communicates points of exposure/inefficiency as well as possible solutions
• Demonstrates initiative by proposing ideas for implementation to improve processing efficiency and/or resolve operational issues
• Process and close commercial loans while providing accurate and detailed support
• Assist in managing loan officer portfolio.
• Keep up-to-date on all laws and regulations
• Complete necessary responsibilities to maintain compliance,
• Follow bank processes and procedures,
• Maintain active and open communications, and provide quality customer service to both internal and external customers
• Ensures that loan files contain documents with proper signatures, dates, and other relevant data
• Assembles and verifies accuracy of loan documentation

Job Requirements

• Six months to two years of similar or related experience
• Equivalent to a high school education.
• Excellent typing and work processing skills,
• Familiarity with loan origination software, word processing, database management and Internet based software programs.
• Laser Pro experience a plus
• Understanding of loan underwriting procedures and guidelines; familiarity with conventional and government loan programs
• Organizational skills: the ability to stay focused on what needs to be done next in order to keep loans moving toward an on-time closing; the ability to remain calm under pressure and to prioritize and handle multiple tasks;
• Communication and Negotiation skills; the ability to enlist the cooperation of others (Customers, Realtors, Underwriters, Appraisers, etc.) in order to achieve the common goal of loan approval and closing.
• Empathy and Relationship skills, the ability to understand the questions and concerns people have, and to make them feel you understand and that we are here to help

The above statements are intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by most people assigned to this job. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Who we are Equity Bank, a full-service, $5 billion community bank, is based in Wichita, Kansas, with 70 bank offices throughout Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. At Equity Bank, you can find exciting opportunities to challenge you, expand your skills, and reward your contributions. Our employees receive competitive compensation and benefits, while working in an atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth. We're searching for motivated individuals who are passionate about serving others, learning new technologies, and working as part of a team. Equity Bank offers a full range of financial solutions, including online and mobile banking, commercial loans, consumer banking, and mortgage loans, treasury management service, the best solutions for your business, and absolutely zero ATM fees, anywhere. What's in it for you? We believe your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation package. We work year-round to ensure that we provide our employees with the most up-to-date, competitive program. We thoroughly evaluate our benefit plans and strive to provide quality benefits that support the physical and financial well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits Available:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Group Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Group Cancer Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan w/ Company Match
• Generous Vacation & Sick Time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Pet Insurance
• Retail Banking Benefits

Find your future at Equity Bank! Physical Requirements This position requires standing, walking, bending, and squatting on a regular basis. May require the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or reach with hands and arms. Requires the ability to carry, lift, move or push up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to talk and listen to others. Work Environment This position regularly works in an office setting. Most of the job duties require the employee to be working with computers and electronic media on a regular basis. Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer and will not make employment decisions based on an applicant's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.