Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Ag/Commercial Lender to join our team with a clear path to becoming Market President in the near future. This individual will lead with strong lending expertise, relationship management, and community involvement while preparing to take on full market leadership responsibilities. The right candidate will be a seasoned banker with deep agricultural knowledge, credit experience, and a proven ability to grow a portfolio while building teams and leading within the community.

• Leadership and decision-making ability
• Proven business development and relationship management skills
• Strategic thinking with strong credit judgment
• Integrity, professionalism, and community commitment
• Ability to mentor and inspire others

• Manage and expand an established agricultural and commercial loan portfolio with focus on credit quality and profitability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by delivering tailored financial solutions and superior customer service.
• Structure, underwrite, and approve complex loan requests within delegated authority.
• Drive business development and grow market share through active prospecting and community engagement.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategy, market positioning, and long-term growth initiatives.
• Represent the bank in community and civic organizations, reinforcing the bank’s role as a community partner.
• Step into broader responsibilities in preparation for opportunity to take on the Market President role in the future.

• Strong understanding of agriculture and rural economies.
• Advanced credit analysis and structuring skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.
• Track record of business development and portfolio growth.
• Community presence and leadership mindset.
• Ability to guide teams and drive results.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, agriculture, or business required; advanced degree or formal credit training preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive ag and/or commercial lending experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in community banking.
• Strong credit and relationship management background.
• Commitment to community involvement and readiness for executive leadership.

Compensation: Willing to compete

Benefits: Yes

Desired Location: North Central Kansas

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Senior Ag/Commercial Lender job.

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