Loan Closer/Processor 1/2 Flex (Pcn 089012)

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only.

The Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development,

Division of Investments

Is recruiting for two Loan Closer/Processor 1/2 flex positions located in Juneau!

What you will be doing:

The Loan Closer/Processor position works within our Documents section and is responsible for preparing all loan closing documents and processing all loan closings for the Divisions commercial fishing loans, small business loans, and other various commercial loans. The Loan Closer/Processor is under supervision and is provided training and necessary resources to produce excellent services to our constituents. As a member of Documents Section, you'll have a direct positive impact on the economy of Alaska.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Division of Investments administers and services several 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, providing excellent customer service, learning from experience, technical competency and working together toward a shared set of goals. The team is a small, welcoming community of loan officers, collection officers, loan closers, accountants and technicians. We conduct the State's direct lending business with professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a spirit of continuous improvement.

The benefit of joining our team:

Taking this position will enable you to build a solid core knowledge of lending statutes, regulations and policies, along with potential advancement within the division. This position provides opportunity to build on your customer service and computer skills.

You will have frequent interaction with the public. Above all, there is the great satisfaction of working within a team which directly impacts the economic well being of Alaska.

The working conditions you can expect:

Working on the 9th floor of the State Office Building, you'll enjoy a collaborative atmosphere in a fully resourced and modern office space, with splendid views of Mount Juneau and the Gastineau Channel. Working on the 9th floor, you will have access to a fully equipped and spacious break room, as well as easy access to various restaurants and coffee shops. The 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:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

• Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.

• Reading Comprehension: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.

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.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY

Documents to be Attached to the Application:

• Post-secondary transcripts, if using to meet the minimum qualifications.

Documents Needed at the Time of Interview:

If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process, you must provide the following at the time of the interview:

• Copies of your most recent three (3) evaluations; and

• Three (3) professional references who have had supervisory responsibility over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers.

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: Acting Loan Manager

Phone Number: (907) 465-2510

Fax Number: (907) 465-2103

Email: yvonne.fink@alaska.gov