Compliance/Loan Review Position Available

February 3rd, 2012

Stable, small, local community bank in North Central Illinois is seeking an individual to head up the Compliance/Loan Review area. Previous banking experience preferred. Salary based on experience. Great benefits. Send resume to:

Alan J. Stremlau
Senior Vice President
ILLINI STATE BANK
230 LaSalle St., PO Box 97
Tonica, IL 61370-0097
Phone: 815-442-8211
Fax: 815-442-8222
astremlau@illinistatebank.com

Loan Workout Specialist – Marengo, IL

November 15th, 2011

Prairie Community Bank is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and effective individual as our Loan Workout Specialist. The position requires commercial lending skills, financial analysis, strong negotiation skills and exemplary written and verbal communication skills. Individual will be responsible for designing and implementing workout loan payment plans, coordinating inspections, analyzing properties and corresponding markets and recommending appropriate disposition strategies. Recommend structuring and reviews credits to reduce fundamental weakness of commercial credits to executive management.

This individual will report to the Sr. Credit Officer. Prairie Community Bank is located in Marengo, IL with assets of $125 million and 2 locations. Position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 3-5 years commercial loan workout experience.

Please no calls to bank. For immediate consideration please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to cblum@prairiecommunitybank.com or send to PO Box 255, Marengo, IL 60152.

Chief Credit Officer – Marengo, IL

November 15th, 2011

Prairie Community Bank is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual to manage our loan department. The position requires strong administrative skills, manage people, build and maintain customer relationships, development and administration of all aspects of credit related policies, assist with budgeting process and manage a loan portfolio. In addition, nurture culture consistent with Prairie’s standards and expectations and provide leadership that will ensure efficient and effective operations within the department and bank-wide.

This individual will report to the President/CEO, responsible for monthly Board reports, participate in Board Loan Committee and manages special assets. Prairie Community Bank is located in Marengo, IL with assets of $125 million and 2 locations. Position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years experience.

Please no calls to bank. For immediate consideration please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to cblum@prairiecommunitybank.com or send to PO Box 255, Marengo, IL 60152.

Chief Financial Officer – Marengo, IL

November 15th, 2011

Prairie Community Bank is seeking a seasoned, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual for our CFO position. The position requires strong financial skills in accounting, investments, asset liability management, taxation, forecasting and budgeting. Experienced in managing people, possess strong leadership skills and nurture community banking culture. Individual reports to the President/CEO. Individual will be responsible for monthly Board reports, participate in Board ALCO Committee, oversees the liquidity, borrowings and investments portfolio.

 Prairie Community Bank is located in Marengo, IL with assets of $125 million and 2 locations. Position requires at least a bachelor’s degree and 5 years banking CFO experience.

Please no calls to bank.  For immediate consideration please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to cblum@prairiecommunitybank.com or send to PO Box 255, Marengo, IL 60152.

Experienced Community Banker Seeks Management Position

November 14th, 2011

Click here to view Todd Frye’s resume.

Commercial/Ag Loan Officer – Aledo, IL Office

November 2nd, 2011

BankORION is seeking a seasoned Commercial/Ag Loan Officer for its Aledo, Illinois office (opening soon). This position will be responsible for business development, origination, documentation, underwriting, closing, and servicing a Commercial/Ag Loan Portfolio.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of five years of Commercial/Ag Lending experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

If you are interested in furthering your career with us, please send your resume and completed employment application in confidence to:

BankORION
Attn: HR
Box 9
Orion, IL 61273
Fax: 309-526-8063
E-mail: swarner@bankorion.com

To print an employment application, go to: www.bankorion.com

Loan Underwriter Needed

October 14th, 2011

HomeStar Bank & Financial Services has an immediate opening for a full-time Loan Underwriter who will be responsible for processing, underwriting and evaluating residential loan applications. Candidate must have current loan underwriting experience with and knowledge of property and credit underwriting requirements of Freddie Mac, FHA, and VA loans.

Qualified candidates are those who possess outstanding communication, analytical, problem solving, detail orientation, and organizational skills.

Please fax your resume and one-page cover letter with salary requirements to: 815-468-2441 or email to hr-resume@homestarbank.com. HomeStar Bank & Financial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vice President – Agricultural & Commercial Lender

October 3rd, 2011

Arcola First Bank
Arcola, Illinois
has an immediate opening for:

Vice President – Agricultural & Commercial Lender

  • Manage existing agricultural loan portfolio
  • Develop and follow-up on new prospects
  • Ensure proper loan structuring and pricing
  • Join management team in Bank decision making
  • Mentor support staff
  • Perform other Bank administrative functions
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

    5 years’ experience minimum

    Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits

    Send Resume and Salary Requirements to
    ATTN: Dale Boyer
    President & CEO
    127 South Oak Street
    Arcola, IL 61910

    Arcola First Bank is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Branch Manager

    October 3rd, 2011

    First Trust and Savings Bank, founded in 1909, in Watseka, IL, has continued to foster the traditional farming community banking spirit. With assets of over $ 200 million and a 5 Star Bauer Bank rating, we are seeking a values oriented Branch Manager for our Clifton, IL location.

    The chosen individual will manage all aspects of the branch operations and all loan functions.

    A competitive salary, performance incentives and strong benefits will help attract and reward the talent we select.

    IF you are currently a branch manager, have been OR are ready for the next step, please contact our Recruiter, Mark Gagnon. markgagnon@martraent.com

    COMMERCIAL LENDER

    August 10th, 2011

    Peoples Bank of Kankakee County is looking to hire a Commercial Lending Officer to augment its future for steady, solid portfolio loan growth. This position will be responsible for developing relationships in our community, growing a portfolio of commercial real estate, residential, non-owner occupied, and commercial non-real estate loans, underwriting, and account relationship maintenance, all within the confines of sound banking practices set by bank policy and proper oversight.

    Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business related field and five to 10 years of practical work-related experience.

    Peoples Bank is a family owned, family-friendly community bank located in the Bourbonnais and Kankakee markets just 60 miles south of Chicago’s Loop. Benefits include a competitive salary and benefits package, healthy and supportive work environment focused on integrity, excellence, and customer service that rocks.

    Opportunity for career advancement exists with this position.

    Email resumes to dlaskey@peoplesbankdirect.com