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At Gesa, we believe in the power of our people. Coming from all walks of life, our team members’ individual stories and unique experiences are our most valuable asset. But it’s how we come together, igniting our collective compassion and commitment to empowering our communities, that makes us succeed. Because we know we go further when we go together.

Here you can join a team who is passionate about serving others, has a desire to do good, and shares a deep love of people. You can engage in meaningful work that impacts your community. You can challenge yourself and grow in your career. And, you can rest assured that your wellbeing and prosperity are our priority.

Get to know us:  About - Gesa Credit Union

Role Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Underwriting Assistant Manager/Team Leader or Consumer Underwriting Manager/Team Leader, the Underwriter I is responsible for evaluating and making quality decisions on consumer loan applications (both direct and indirect). This role ensures adherence to Gesa Credit Union's established underwriting standards while identifying and proposing alternative financial solutions tailored to applicants' needs. Possessing intermediate knowledge in consumer lending, the Underwriter I also contribute to dealership outreach and the development of dealership portfolios and is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with branch partners. This position requires demonstrated capability in managing moderate responsibilities beyond core underwriting duties.

What You Will Be Doing:

1. Apply critical thinking skills and solid lending principles according to the needs of each applicant and their risk profile; construct and approve loan offers in accordance with delegated approval authority and loan policy under general guidance of a Sr. Underwriter or Manager
2. Evaluate and mitigate risk while maintaining profitability associated with extending credit requests.
3. Apply underwriting guidelines in making and defending loan decisions under moderate guidance of an immediate supervisor
4. Identify and recommend additional lending opportunities to increase relationships with members
5. Provide accurate pricing and terms to dealerships in a courteous/professional manner
6. Ensure compliance with legal requirements, lending regulations and internal policies and procedures
7. Maintain positive relationships with colleagues and business partners
8. Maintain the highest level of confidentiality relative to information received directly or indirectly
9. Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws/regulatory requirements as related to functional areas including Truth in Lending, Reg B, Reg Z, and Bank Secrecy Act
10. Ability to analyze, research and resolve medium complexity problems under moderate guidance of an immediate supervisor
11. Develop knowledge and skills through formal training classes or on-the-job experience
12. Serve as resource or Subject Matter Expert for team
13. Display mutual respect, trust, and dignity, acting in the best interest of the credit union. Lead by example by always displaying solid ethics and integrity. at all times
14. Ensure that all issues are handled in a fair, legal, and consistent manner

About You:

1. Maintain up-to-date and comprehensive knowledge of all laws, credit union products, services, policies and procedures regarding areas of responsibility, and to remain highly tuned to the marketplace, member needs and patterns of external market changes
2. Participate in and support a team environment
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and business partners
4. Demonstrate ability to make decisions in a timely manner and articulate the reasoning for decisions
5. Demonstrate ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands effectively
6. Demonstrate ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently, with moderate supervision
7. Ability to effectively communicate and receive ideas and information, both orally and in writing.
8. To effectively operate standard office equipment, computer and lending programs and programs related to areas of responsibility
9. To possess and display excellent customer service attributes
10. Ability to work outside of business hours, including weekends (Sundays included) and holidays
11. To demonstrate flexibility and openness; to willingly change priorities, accept and act on input from supervisor, and to meet changing demands
12. To develop and/or improve processes, implement, and administer policies and procedures, and organize and present information
13. To maintain a positive and professional image through effective verbal and written communication
14. To make quality judgments and decisions in a timely manner with extreme attention to detail

Qualifications

What You Will Need:

1. High School degree, GED, or equivalent experience required
2. A minimum of one (1) year in managing client relationships or handling document processing required
3. One (1) to two (2) years of similar or related exposure to indirect lending/financial services preferred
4. Advanced knowledge of FICO preferred
5. Advanced knowledge of CUDL, Dealer Track and Route One programs preferred
6. A valid Driver’s License is required

Our Team Member Value Proposition:

In exchange for bringing your talent to Gesa, here are a just a few of the benefits and perks we offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 20 days/year of Paid Time Off – Plus 10 Paid Holidays!
• 401(k) Match
• Incentive Program
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Time Off to Volunteer in the Community
• Product discounts
• Engaging Work Environment
• Rewards and Recognition Programs

Full Salary Range:

$25.11 - $37.67

*While our full pay range is listed, most new team members typically start between the minimum and midpoint based on their experience and qualifications.  This approach gives room to grow within the role as your career progresses with us!"

Get wise to what’s possible with a career at Gesa. Join us!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact the HR Department at (509) 378-3100 or [email protected] to request an accommodation.

Gesa Credit Union reserves the right to revise or change the job description as the need arises. This job description is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Selected candidate(s) must be able to pass a pre-employment credit/background check.

Gesa Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

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