OPERATIONS/CREDIT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

POSITION:

Operations/Credit Support Specialist, full-time position located in the Administration South office, Turlock, CA.

ABOUT YOSEMITE FARM CREDIT:

As a farmer-owned co-op with over 100-year history serving the agriculture community in Stanislaus, Merced, Tuolumne and Mariposa counties, Yosemite Farm Credit has a commitment to our region’s agriculture. The Association currently provides lending services to approximately 5,200 customers with loan volume over $4.2 billion. Major commodities financed include dairy and almonds, in addition to irrigated field crops, cattle, wine grapes and walnuts. Yosemite Farm Credit’s culture of collaboration and team values provides a great atmosphere that allows individuals to contribute to its Vision - Helping Our Members Prosper!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

The Operations/Credit Support Specialist will support the operational and credit duties of our distressed loan portfolio in the Special Assets Department. This position will support lending and loan servicing activities through coordination with Credit Analysts and Lending Officers. Operational and Credit Support duties include performing daily banking functions of processing payments and disbursements; closely monitor assignment proceeds and production records; maintain insurance documentation; maintain and certify member loan files; and process incoming and outgoing mail. This position will also manage loan activity through use of Work in Progress Report and Action Management Report to monitor receipt of BBC’s/Feed Inventory Reports, order chattel appraisals, request updated financial information for loan reviews and loan renewals and prepare conversion documents. Prepare Borrower Rights distressed loan and collection/delinquency letters, order loan closing documents from Title Company, complete UCC filings and searches, property tax searches and credit reports, and prepare loan documents through use of Loan Documentation software. Perform other duties as assigned. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS preferred, minimum requirement Associate Degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent considered.
• Knowledge of agriculture is desirable.
• Preferred experience in banking or related work experience.
• Must have good computer skills and be proficient in Windows, Excel, Word, and Adobe.
• Must have a good understanding of accounting and finance.
• Must have good analytical and statistical skills to evaluate, prioritize, and categorize data for credit related activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. 
• Must generate highly accurate work, meet deadlines, and effectively manage changing priorities.

GRADE/SALARY/BENEFITS:

Yosemite Farm Credit offers a competitive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, outstanding vacation/sick time accrual, health, dental, and vision plans, tuition reimbursement, 401k fixed AND company match, corporate fitness program, performance related compensation, volunteer time off and paid holidays. 

The Base Salary for this position ranges from $4,000 (minimum) - $4,300 (maximum) per month, depending on experience. Position is also eligible to participate in annual incentive program (performance related compensation) earning up to 10% of annual base salary. This program is subject to Board approval.

WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM:

Yosemite Farm Credit offers a Workplace Flexibility Program for qualifying positions that provides the opportunity to have a hybrid (in office and work from home) schedule. The Workplace Flexibility Program includes an allowance of up to $500 for qualifying expenses to outfit employees’ home office. Please note, this is not a fully remote position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications will be accepted through January 7, 2024. 

Yosemite Farm Credit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a disability and wish to seek a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR department at 209-667-2366.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

To be considered for this position, send cover letter and personal resume to Human Resources, Yosemite Farm Credit, ACA, P.O. Box 3278, Turlock, CA, 95381 or careers@yfc.ag. Please mark all mailed correspondence “CONFIDENTIAL.”  If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Sylvia Alvarez (209) 667-2366.

Issue Date: 12/6/2023                                                     www.yosemitefarmcredit.com                                 EEO/AA/M/F/V/D EMPLOYER