Description

Blackhawk Community Credit Union is seeking a Chief Lending Officer (CLO) who will serve in a pivotal leadership role and be responsible for driving the growth and profitability of the credit union through lending. As a key member of the senior management team, the CLO will oversee and direct lending operations through expertise, collaboration, and teamwork, fostering a culture of integrity and excellence in lending practices while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

This $900M credit union headquartered in Janesville, WI is a highly respected partner in the communities it serves. The ideal candidate will 

    Have a strong understanding of lending compliance, regulations, and risk management practices.

    We're seeking a well-rounded lending professional with broad experience across loan types, with a strong focus on mortgage lending expertise.

    Have exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop a diverse team.

    Be a strategic thinker with the ability to contribute to organizational planning and decision-making.

    Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to represent the credit union effectively.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field. They would also have a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in lending operations within a credit union, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.

The position is based in Janesville, WI, with the option to work from Middleton, WI. Additionally, the credit union offers flexibility, allowing the individual to work remotely part of the time..