Position Summary

Community First Credit Union is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Chief Lending Officer to lead and coordinate lending operations within our Credit Union. This pivotal role will oversee a comprehensive portfolio of lending activities, including consumer, auto, unsecured, mortgage, commercial, and collection services. The Chief Lending Officer will ensure compliance with established lending and collection policies, implement robust credit risk management practices, and oversee a loan origination process designed to meet and exceed member needs. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, and a minimum of 10 years’ experience with direct responsibility for lending functions is required. Advanced degree and/or Lending School certifications preferred.

Company Profile

Community First Credit Union, a state-chartered credit union founded in 1935 in a high school basement, has grown to become one of Florida's largest credit unions. With 22 branches serving over 176,000 members and holding assets exceeding $2.8 billion, it welcomes members from the greater Jacksonville area, including Palm Beach, Seminole, and Volusia Counties. The credit union positively impacts the community through charitable giving, volunteerism, and financial education. Committed to serving its members and community, it offers sophisticated financial products and services with local control and management, embodying the nonprofit, member-focused philosophy of the credit union movement.

Community Profile

Jacksonville, FL, located on the Atlantic coast of northeastern Florida, is the county seat of Duval County. Known for its 22 miles of beaches and year-round sunshine, Jacksonville offers a wide range of activities for everyone. Outdoor adventures, museums, family-friendly attractions, parks, and nature preserves are plentiful. The city is also renowned for its locally caught seafood and diverse array of restaurants that cater to various tastes. Jacksonville, FL, is a city characterized by its diverse neighborhoods and exceptional arts and culture scene, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.

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