Business Development Officer / Traveling Loan Officer
(Portland)
Are you looking for more than just a paycheck? At NW Preferred Federal Credit Union, we offer meaningful work, true work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a difference in our member’s lives. We’re a small, tight-knit team doing big things—and we’re looking for a Business Development Officer to help us grow.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, from meeting new people and developing relationships to underwriting loans and collaborating with the marketing department. If you’re mission-driven, self-motivated, and want flexibility over the 9-to-5 grind, we’d love to hear from you.
Employment Type
Full-time
Classification
Exempt
Salary
Based on experience
What You’ll Do
You’ll be the face of NW Preferred to potential members and partners across our field of membership. Up to 20% of your time will involve travel (local and nationwide) attending tradeshows, visiting businesses, and meeting prospective members.
- Build and maintain relationships with potential members and organizations through in-person visits, calls, email, events, and presentations.
- Represent the credit union at tradeshows and industry events.
- Open new memberships and loans, cross-sell products and services.
- Analyze credit applications and financials to assess borrower eligibility.
- Ensure lending activities comply with internal policies and regulations.
- Meet (and ideally exceed!) sales and loan production goals.
- Collaborate with marketing department on campaigns and promotions.
- Coordinate travel and marketing materials—keep SWAG stocked and budgets balanced.
- Be flexible: meetings may happen early, late, or over lunch, depending on member needs.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent work experience in consumer/commercial lending (2–4 years).
- Confidence in public speaking and presenting.
- Professional demeanor with an outgoing, friendly personality.
- Strong organizational skills and self-starting attitude.
- Ability to travel regularly, maintain a valid driver’s license, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Comfort using MS Office and modern communication tools.
What We Offer
We may be a smaller credit union, but we offer big-time balance, flexibility, and fulfillment:
- Work from home 50% of the time (hybrid)
- Flexible hours – salaried role with no clock-punching
- 3 weeks of PTO
- 12 paid holidays + 1 personal day
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, massage, and alternative care)
- Professional-casual dress code
- $3,000 per year towards continuing education.
- 401(k) with 4% guaranteed contribution, plus additional service-based bonuses
- Company-issued smartphone (Android or iPhone, personal use permitted)
- Corporate credit card for business development expenses
- A varied role with hands-on involvement in lending, travel, and campaign development
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for a career with purpose, flexibility, and the freedom to help shape the future of a growing credit union, we’d love to talk.
Please click here to upload your cover letter and resume
NW Preferred Federal Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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