Ag Lender

Agricultural Lender – Rural Illinois Market Location: Whiteside County, IL Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Agricultural Lender to join our community-focused bank serving the rural Illinois market. This role is perfect for a relationship-driven professional with a strong understanding of ag lending and a desire to grow into a future leadership role. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage a portfolio of agricultural loan relationships in the local community Originate, underwrite, and service ag loans in accordance with bank policies and regulatory standards Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, agribusiness owners, and local community partners Monitor credit quality and ensure compliance with applicable regulations Collaborate with internal teams to support customer needs and portfolio growth Represent the bank positively within the rural Illinois agricultural community Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of agricultural lending experience required College degree preferred (finance, agriculture, business, or related field) Strong knowledge of ag credit, cash flow analysis, and collateral structures Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Proven ability to manage and grow a loan portfolio What We Offer Competitive benefits package including health, retirement, PTO, and more Opportunities for career growth and advancement into leadership roles Supportive, community-focused banking culture Long-term stability in a rural Illinois market Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $93,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to Commute: Whiteside County, IL (Preferred) Work Location: In person