This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/recruitment/alaskaRes
This on-site position is located in our Juneau Headquarters Office, in the State Office Building, in beautiful downtown Juneau, Alaska. This position is not eligible for telework.
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Take the Next Step in Your Career as an Loan Closer 1/2 Flex, with our Documents Team!
Are you currently in banking? Do you have any office administrative experience? We believe this is the exciting new career path just for you!
What you would be doing:
We train our loan closers to become experts on all commercial loan transactions that could lead to other advancement opportunities.
This is a crucial position in our Documents section, ensuring loan terms and agreements, interest rates, closing costs, are correct and ensuring transparency and accuracy. Throughout the process, the loan closer provides exceptional customer service, addressing the borrower inquiries with patience and expertise and guides them through the entire closing process.
This individual will be a key contributor to the efficient and effective operation of our closing functions and will conduct the State's closing business with professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a spirit of continuous improvement. Your role directly impacts borrowers’ lives and contributes to not only their success but our organization’s success as well!
Ready to embark on this thrilling journey? Apply now and let’s create financial magic together!
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The mission of the Division of Investments team is to administer and service loan programs under the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development. These programs were primarily designed to promote economic development through direct state lending in industries and areas of the state that are not adequately serviced by the private sector.
The Investments team values a work-life balance, the team is a small, welcoming community of loan officers, collection officers, loan closers, accountants, and technicians. You will be part of a team that promotes economic development and works closely with small businesses and commercial fishermen throughout the State of Alaska.
Our dynamic team is seeking talented individuals like you to join us!
Joining our team allows you to become part of a close-knit community where support, mentorship, and camaraderie abound including potential advancement within the division. Taking this position will enable you to build a solid core knowledge of lending practices by empowering you with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in your role and reach your full potential.
The working conditions you can expect:
As this is an on-site position and not eligible for telework, you will be working in our headquarters office located on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in beautiful downtown Juneau. You will enjoy a collaborative atmosphere in a fully resourced and modern office space, with splendid views of Mount Juneau.
The 9th floor, has a fully equipped and spacious break room, that you will have full access to, as well as easy access to various restaurants and coffee shops downtown.
Our Investments team fosters a cooperative environment through staff empowerment, accountability, and professionalism.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position a candidate will need the following core competencies:
Special Notice:
You will utilize proprietary software for all loan programs administered. Utilization includes entering data and customer correspondence, reviewing and analyzing existing borrower information.
Loan Closer/Processor 1:
High School diploma or the equivalent
AND
Six months of experience performing a variety of office clerical assignments of average difficulty.
Substitution:
Completion of post secondary course work from an accredited institution will substitute for the required experience. (3 semester or 4 quarter hours of college course work is equivalent to 1 month. 150 of class room hours of vocational technical education is equivalent to 1 month of experience).
Special Note:
High School equivalent includes G.E.D. or completion of any basic adult education course of 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 hours per week), or six months of work experience performing duties related to document processing or twelve months of work experience involving some routine tasks related to office or clerical support or highest grade of school completed plus amount of work experience which totals 12 years.
Loan Closer/Processor 2:
High School diploma or the equivalent
AND
Six months of experience in lending, banking, real estate, title insurance or a closely related field.
OR
High School diploma or the equivalent
AND
The completion of the training program for Loan Closer/Processors at the Division of Investments will substitute for the education and experience requirements.
Substitution:
College course work in business, finance, economics, public administration or a closely related field will substitute for the required experience on the basis of 1 semester hour or 1.3 quarters hours is equivalent to 1 month.
Special Note:
High School equivalent includes G.E.D. or completion of any basic adult education course of 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 hours per week), or six months of work experience performing duties related to document processing or twelve months of work experience involving some routine tasks related to office or clerical support or highest grade of school completed plus amount of work experience which totals 12 years.
At time of interview applicant(s) are requested to submit::
Education:
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time the application is submitted.
Work Experience:
If using work experience in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position and it is not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
Multiple Vacancies:
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO Statement:
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Hiring Manager: Yvonne Fink
Title: Loan Manager
Phone Number: (907) 465-2510
Fax Number: (907) 465-2103
Email: yvonne.fink@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
Optional Insurance Benefits
Retirement Benefits
See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits