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Columbia Bank

Regional bank expanding through acquisitions

Commercial Loan Admin Senior

Retail & Commercial BankingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • More than 10 years of banking, loan administration, and documentation experience is required.
  • Possess specialized experience and knowledge of the commercial department or function, including preparing complicated reports or documents, administering loans, and understanding complex lending structures, letters of credit, borrower-based lending, multi-phased construction, and multiple collateral properties.
  • Know real estate construction draw analysis, reconciliation, and disbursement.
  • Analyze title insurance commitment reports, including title exceptions, and prepare title and escrow instructions.
  • Provide backup to the manager and give direction to other associates as needed or requested.
  • Use personal computers and related software packages, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and other business machines.
  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
  • A bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Commercial Relationship Team to obtain and review information needed for underwriting, documentation, and closing complex commercial and industrial, construction, and term loans, as well as deposit accounts and other services.
  • Set up, process, and monitor documents and files to complete customer-request packages in accordance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Independently prepare data input sheets and provide information needed to board customer relationships on the bank's servicing systems.
  • Maintain files with required documentation for third-party review and prepare files for timely audits.
  • Work with attorneys and other financial or legal resources to negotiate accurate documents that protect the financial institution's interests in credit relationships.
  • Set up and monitor loan and financial ticklers for accuracy and timeliness; ensure closing conditions are met and loans close within required time frames; work directly with customers.
  • Review and resolve customer problems concerning bank products and services, and facilitate customer account maintenance and advance requests.
  • Perform general ledger certification, including research, balancing, and certification.
  • Analyze property and liability insurance, title policies and exceptions, and Uniform Commercial Code searches for compliance with bank policy and procedure.
  • Demonstrate compliance with applicable bank regulations, keep current on regulatory changes, follow bank policies and procedures, and complete required annual or job-specific training.
  • Maintain working knowledge of written policies and procedures related to the Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, bank security, and other applicable regulations.
  • May coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as a subject matter expert.
  • Occasionally travel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
  • Work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage internal and external customer relationships.

About the Company

Columbia Bank

Regional bank expanding through acquisitions

Columbia Banking System operates as a regional bank holding company that grows through acquisitions to serve Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. It provides traditional banking services—checking and savings accounts, mortgages, and commercial and consumer loans—through local branches, online, and mobile channels, with a focus on relationship banking. After merging with Umpqua Holdings, the bank now operates under the Umpqua Bank brand, balancing local community ties with the scale of a larger regional bank. Its goal is to be a reliable regional lender and financial services provider for individuals and businesses while expanding its footprint.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tacoma, WA
Founded
1988

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