Commercial Credit Underwriter I

Commercial Credit Underwriter IThe Commercial Credit Underwriter I provides commercial credit analysis and underwriting, thereby facilitating the initiation and servicing of commercial credit relationships. Reviews the commercial loan portfolio to ensure sufficient, current and accurate credit records are created and maintained within the credit files, loan processing system, and the financial tracking and reporting software. Underwrites new money loans, renewals and annual reviews within assigned threshold.RequirementsBachelor's Degree in Business/Finance or related field, or equivalent work experienceProficiency in Microsoft Office softwareDetail oriented, with strong communication and analytical skillsPrior knowledge of lending, credit analysis, or portfolio management a plusMajor Duties & ResponsibilitiesComplete credit analysis of businesses.Safeguard Bank assets (monitor and mitigate the Bank's risk of loss)Comply with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelinesEnsure complete credit files are maintained and updated in accordance with Bank policies and procedures for relationships constituting the commercial credit portfolioPrepare reports as needed for the credit analysts and lending department officersComplete projects as assigned relating to management and tracking of the commercial loan portfolioAssist with preparation of written commercial credit proceduresTrack and monitor the occurrence of commercial credit relationship reviews and line renewals completed by credit analystsComplete relationship reviews and line renewals within threshold levelCoordinate services with credit analysts to facilitate the credit analysis functionEnter data into Bank's financial analysis and monitoring software system (Sageworks/Abrigo)Provide assistance as requested during audits and examsEnsure accurate HMDA data is collected and reported for commercial loansOrder and review third party reports, such as credit reports, appraisals and environmental reportsContribute to a professional, business-like atmosphere within the credit departmentOther duties as assignedPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Compliance StatementsEqual Opportunity EmployerBank of Greene County is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity in all employment-related matters, including hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers and other personnel actions, without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, the status of being transgender, disability, genetic information, predisposition and carrier status, military or veteran status, marital and familial status, the status of being a victim of domestic violence, employee's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, a decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)Before assuming any duties, each employee will be trained in the proper filing and logging procedures for large currency transactions and the sale of monetary instruments.Each employee will immediately report suspicious currency transactions or activity to their immediate supervisor or the BSA Officer.All employees will become familiar with how their customers handle their accounts and will report any transactions that are not within the normal activities of the customer.The employee will be trained in compliance with the BSA, USA PATRIOT ACT and associated laws and regulations under the Bank's Compliance Program as it pertains to his or her job functions. Employees are expected to meet all compliance requirements as stated within the Bank's BSA/AML/CIP/OFAC Program. Failure to meet these compliance standards may adversely affect performance appraisals and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employee's compliance violations may result in termination, individual fines, and possible imprisonment.