Job Description
AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to various sectors in agriculture. They are seeking a Relationship Manager to ensure timely correction and collection of adversely classified loan portfolio through proactive management and effective relationship management. Responsibilities Participate in internal workgroups assuring annual analysis and confirmation of appropriate credit classification is completed Maintain effective relationship management including analyzing, interpreting, and presenting financial information and meeting with and negotiating terms and conditions with assigned accounts, which may include attending meetings with legal counsel and customer meetings as assigned Classify loans and loan data attributes including recommended charge-offs/reserves, cash income accounting and allowances on assigned loans, report portfolio quality, statistics, and loan activity to supervisor Collaborate with the Lending and Insurance Group by participating in large OAEM servicing/shadowing to assure sound risk management and guidance for high-risk credit relationships with an above average potential of downgrade to an adversely classified loan classification Establish valuations of real estate, personal property and other collateral Develop and demonstrate a sound understanding of loan pricing programs, models and tools Gather financial information and assist in credit investigations, public record searches, employment/income verifications, and customer visits Handle customer information with a high degree of confidentiality, follow appropriate information security protocols and ensure media inquiries and requests are referred to appropriate staff Participate in loan closings by ensuring the appropriate documentation is completed and understood by the customer Represent and communicate the values, purpose, and mission of the organization to employees, customers, the public, and other bolthires audiences Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls Other duties as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Basic understanding of financial statements and analysis Ability to effectively communicate and negotiate terms on behalf of the organization for low complexity and smaller size relationships, both verbally and in writing Ability to travel to perform certain required duties Valid driver's license Participate in internal workgroups assuring annual analysis and confirmation of appropriate credit classification is completed Maintain effective relationship management including analyzing, interpreting, and presenting financial information and meeting with and negotiating terms and conditions with assigned accounts, which may include attending meetings with legal counsel and customer meetings as assigned Classify loans and loan data attributes including recommended charge-offs/reserves, cash income accounting and allowances on assigned loans, report portfolio quality, statistics, and loan activity to supervisor Collaborate with the Lending and Insurance Group by participating in large OAEM servicing/shadowing to assure sound risk management and guidance for high-risk credit relationships with an above average potential of downgrade to an adversely classified loan classification Establish valuations of real estate, personal property and other collateral Develop and demonstrate a sound understanding of loan pricing programs, models and tools Gather financial information and assist in credit investigations, public record searches, employment/income verifications, and customer visits Handle customer information with a high degree of confidentiality, follow appropriate information security protocols and ensure media inquiries and requests are referred to appropriate staff Participate in loan closings by ensuring the appropriate documentation is completed and understood by the customer Represent and communicate the values, purpose, and mission of the organization to employees, customers, the public, and other bolthires audiences Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls Other duties as assigned Understanding of production agriculture Ability to perform cash flow projections and trend analysis interpretation Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company) Paid days off annually: 15 vacation, 15 sick, 12 holidays and 3 volunteer 401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution) Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!
Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure. Company Overview AgWest Farm Credit provides agricultural lender and crop insurance services to farmers, ranchers, and timber harvesters. It was founded in 1916, and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is