Chief Credit Officer, New Ulm, Minnesota

Created 05/04/2024
Employer Citizens Bank Minnesota
Reference 240431499
Country United States
State Minnesota
City New Ulm
Zip 56073
Salary -

Citizens Bank Minnesota is looking for a high performing, experienced, motivated and community focused Chief Credit Officer who loves working with people and has great attention to detail. The selected candidate will provide oversight for the bank's credit quality as well as being responsible for Delivering the Ultimate Experience by developing positive, meaningful relationships with new and existing clients and for building a positive culture that ensures team members can thrive and organizational goals are met. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a trusted financial institution. If you are an upbeat, positive candidate, this is a career worthy of consideration.


Chief Credit Officer Responsibilities

  • Oversee the Lending functions of the bank by providing directive to VPs, AVPs, Lending Officers, Senior Credit Analyst, Crop Insurance Manager.
  • Underwrite, originate and service all types of loans.
  • Develops and manages Bank's annual lending budget. Ensures that budget links to strategic plan/goals.
  • Manages loan portfolio for appropriate mix, ensuring profitability without significant risk to the Bank.
  • Manages all aspects of bank-wide credit policy, credit administration and loan review.
  • Monitor and communicate rates and terms.
  • Develops, implements, communicates, and models a sales and service culture focused on new business development and growth of existing customer relationships.
  • Reviews loan requests, approval within established lending authorities.
  • Serves as conduit between lenders and Board of Directors.
  • Oversee loan collection, problem credits and administration of OREO assets.
  • Oversee and monitor the loan risk rating system.
  • Assist CFO with monitoring loan loss reserves.
  • Receive and monitor any Bankruptcy notifications and actions required.
  • Monitor and communicate prices on crops and livestock for balance sheet and cash flow purposes.
  • Work with BSA Officer on SAR's and actions on suspicious transactions.

Chief Credit Officer Expectations:

  • Performs job accountabilities with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintains knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures.
  • Maintains knowledge and understanding of Internal Service Standards for this department.
  • Provides open communication to supervisor and reports.
  • Upholds the employment guidelines outlined in the Employee Handbook and Supplements.
  • Develops and maintains knowledge of compliance and internal control requirements necessary to complete the job.

Chief Credit Officer Benefits:

  • Full Time
  • Competitive Wage
  • Comprehensive Benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 401k Plan
  • Paid Time Off


Citizens is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans' status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.




  • College Degree in Business Administration and/or Finance or equivalent experience.
  • Graduate Level Banking School
  • Specialized credit training
  • Specialized sales training
  • 7-10 years banking background
  • 5-7 years Credit Administration/Loan Review




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