SBA Business Development Officer

We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!

Climate First Bank is a Florida Benefit Corporation, state chartered, FDIC insured commercial bank. With now three physical branches in St Petersburg, Winter Park and Mount Dora and one digital branch, we are offering a full suite of banking products including personal and business banking and loan products (solar, residential, commercial, SBA and more). We are passionate about the environment, social issues and overall leaving our communities and the world better than we found it.

We want YOU to help us on this mission and are looking for exceptionally hard-working, passionate and bright new team members.

We are a team of growth focused, goal-oriented and competitive individuals. We collectively work hard to achieve our mission and growth-related milestones and continue to set and exceed new goals almost daily. We love what we do, and we love working with people who are just as excited about our objectives as we are!

Come join our lending team as an SBA Lender and take your career to a level unattainable in a traditional bank environment! The SBA Lender is responsible for meeting and exceeding budgeted deposit, fee income, and SBA lending goals. You will originate SBA 7 (a), SBA Express and 504 loan opportunities in your market footprint and own the loan process through the entire lifecycle of the loan.

The SBA Lender position is a hybrid position that, while primarily performed remotely, requires a presence in our markets to effectively perform deposit and cross-selling duties. Candidates must be local to one of our main markets (Orlando, Tampa Bay Area, Jacksonville) to be considered. Please send a resume to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and structure loan opportunities for Small Business Administration (SBA) eligible small and medium sized businesses.
• Review customer financials and manage according to SBA guidelines.
• Structure SBA loan proposals, complete initial underwriting, and prepare credit package in compliance with all applicable regulations and SBA Standard Operating Procedure guidelines.
• Determine applicant eligibility, gather, and assimilate information, create SBA specific Credit Memo and provide supporting documentation.
• Assist with loan package submissions to Underwriting and SBA, follow up with clients on any additional items requested during processing.
• Assist loan closing with processor, attorney, and client.
• Partner with bank officers to market other banking products and services, as applicable.
• Prepare periodic reports for management as needed.
• Perform all other general support and special projects requests as assigned.

Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business finance or related field preferred.
• Documented background in banking/financial institution's government guaranteed lending program.
• 3+ years of SBA lending experience.
• Working knowledge of all government guaranteed lending products including SBA 7(a), SBA Express, SBA Small Loan, SBA 504, and USDA.
• Excellent written, communication, presentation, analytical and organizational skills.
• Effectively partner and communicate with internal departments, and customers.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Employer paid medical, vision and dental insurance
• Employer paid disability and life insurance
• 401k match
• Employee Stock Options
• Compelling incentive plans
• Employee only rates for certain loan products
• Working with an amazing team of dedicated and like-minded individuals!
• Being part of an exciting venture with amazing opportunities for growth and opportunities!

Physical Demands:

• Sustained standing and sitting.
• Frequent use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor.
• Occasional lifting of basic office files or equipment up to 20 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

E-Verify Statement:

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.