SBA Business Development Officer

Description

Who We Are: 

FFB, a dynamic and acclaimed single-branch bank born in the heart of Fresno, CA in 2005, is on a mission to redefine the banking experience. Our commitment to delivering top-notch banking services has propelled us to the forefront of the industry, earning us accolades and recognition. At FFB, we recognize the uniqueness of each individual who walks through our doors, and our dedicated team strives to craft personalized banking solutions that cater to their distinct needs.

What sets FFB apart is not just our Fresno roots but the diverse talents that make up our team, hailing from every corner of the country. We firmly believe that our people are our greatest strength, and we're constantly on the lookout for ambitious and passionate individuals who align with FFB's vision, regardless of their location.

If you're ready to be part of a winning team and contribute to our ongoing success story, we invite you to apply and join the FFB family!

Recent Achievements Speak Louder Than Words:

• 2024 - American Banker - #1 Top Performing Publicly Traded Bank with under $2b in assets  
• 2023 - American Banker - "Top 5" Community Bank in the Country #4 
• 2023 - OTCQX - Best 50 Companies #3 
• 2023 - 5-star Rating Bauer Financial 

What You Should Expect While Working at FFB:

• Company ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• A friendly, close-Knit work culture that encourages growth 
• Opportunities to Participate in Community Networking Events 
• Benefits Package

o Medical/Dental/Vision

o Life Insurance

o Paid Vacation

o 401(k) Retirement Plan

o Training & Development

o Tuition Reimbursement

o Employee Assistance Program

o Internal Job Posting & Referral Program

Ideal Candidate: 

FFB prides itself on its core values of Teamwork, Relationship, Authenticity, and Commitment (TRAC). We expect that our team members will reflect these values in the workplace in various ways: 

• Teamwork – We collaborate, hold each other accountable, and win together. 
• Relationship – We are trustworthy, transparent, and respectful. 
• Authentic – We are humble, vulnerable, and we speak up. 
• Commitment – We are owners...Be hungry, responsive, and have a sense of urgency.

About the Position:

The Government Guaranteed Lending Department (SBA) Business Development Officer is responsible for soliciting, and developing loan transaction within the SBA 7(A), 504, and USDA B&I loan programs in the Pacific Northwest. These transactions are to be in compliance with the Bank’s and the specific Agencies’ lending policies and procedures; promotes business for the Bank by maintaining good customer relations; and refer customers to the appropriate staff for other services offered by the Bank. The position of SBA Business Development Officer is responsible for assisting in attaining his or her established production goals, as well as, department and Bank goals through active participation officer calling programs and provides guidance and support to less experienced loan officers and other staff members.

Assures compliance with all Bank policies and procedures, as well as, all applicable state and federal banking regulations.

Essential Duties:

• Engages in business development activities and solicitation of new business in targeting the Government Guaranteed Lending sector and is actively involved in the sales environment. Must be able to self-source eligible loans.
• Interviews prospective applicants and requests specified information related to loan or credit application; corresponds or re-interviews applicants to resolve questions regarding application information.
• Performs pre-qualification assessment and analysis of financial condition and risk of financing requests within framework of the specific program requirements, Bank credit culture, and current economic and industry trends.
• Meets with existing or potential customers; visiting sites of loans; negotiates loan terms and conditions.
• Drafts proposal letters and facilitates the exchange of information and documentation where request by underwriter or management which are necessary to complete the loan analysis for presentation to Senior Management or Directors’ Loan Committee.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the SBA S.O.P., and other regulation manuals and the like, to maintain a functioning knowledge of the Government Guaranteed Loan Programs.
• Coordinates with loan processor / closer and loan underwriter t