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Chief Lending Officer III

Horizon Farm Credit
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Mar 2026
💰 $305,100/yr($173,400/yr$305,100/yr)

About the role

Chief Lending Officer III

Location Options: 
•    Staunton, VA
•    Harrisonburg, VA
•    Roanoke, VA
•    Culpeper, VA
•    Warrenton, VA
•    Wytheville, VA
•    Chatham, VA
•    Lewisburg, WV
•    Bridgeport, WV
•    Romney, WV
•    Moorefield, WV

Salary Range: $173,400- $305,100 (based on location) plus incentive opportunities

Join a mission-driven organization making a real difference in agriculture and rural communities!
As part of Farm Credit of the Virginias’ executive leadership team, you’ll help shape the future of lending, drive strategic growth, and empower customer-owners across the region. If you're passionate about leadership, innovation, and strengthening rural America, this is your opportunity to lead with impact.

Required Qualifications 
•    Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or Agriculture or related field.  Master’s degree preferred.
•    11 plus years of experience in agricultural credit, lending, sales, or compliance, 
•    6 plus years of experience in a formal leadership or supervisory role.
•    Valid Driver’s license.  
•    Comprehensive knowledge of lending, sales, marketing, public relations, and advocacy, including regulatory requirements.
•    Strong understanding of agriculture and rural communities.
•    Exceptional communication, interpersonal, problem-solving and leadership skills.
•    Ability to lead at the highest organizational level, drive results, lead change and set strategic priorities.
•    Familiarity with the Farm Credit System and commitment to its mission.
•    Ability to travel frequently, including overnight stays.


(FCV is an EEO/AA employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.) 


If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact me by email at CNorthrop@FCVirginias.com and let me know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 
 

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