Loan OfficerEconomic Development Specialist

Southeast Nebraska Development District (SENDD) is seeking to hire a full-time Loan Officer/Economic Development Specialist. This position will be located at SENDDs Lincoln Office located at 7407 O St Lincoln NE 68510. Please submit a resume cover letter and a list of three references to Tom Bliss Executive Director at

About SENDD:
SENDD is a voluntary association of 16 counties and municipalities formed under the Interlocal -Cooperation Act to identify common problems their solutions and to provide continuing support for efficient and effective government among its members. SENDD Membership includes the Counties (and their participating communities) of: Butler Fillmore Gage Jefferson Johnson Lancaster Nemaha Otoe Pawnee Polk Richardson Saline Saunders Seward Thayer and York. SENDD is governed by a 26-member Board of Directors that oversees contract approvals policy and membership services of the organization. The Executive Director manages the organizations day-to-day operations and staff and reports to the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:
Primary Role - Loan Program Management:
Provide oversight and direction to local and federally-funded loan programs
Manage SENDD and SEND Inc.s commercial and workforce housing loan portfolios
Generate new loans by performing underwriting packaging and servicing
Maintain compliance with federal state and organizational lending regulations
Prepare required reports for funding agencies
Building and maintaining relationships with banks resource partners borrowers and other stakeholders
Grant Writing & Program Administration:
Assist with the development submission and administration of grant applications for local state and federal programs.
Ensure compliance with grant regulations reporting and record-keeping.
Support the management of awarded grant-funded projects.
Community & Economic Development Support:
Provide technical assistance to member communities on business development housing and workforce initiatives.
Support local governments and organizations in identifying funding opportunities and leveraging resources.
Assist with strategic planning community engagement and economic development projects.
Outreach & Relationship Management:
Represent SENDD at regional state and local meetings workshops and conferences.
Build strong working relationships with SENDD members state agencies federal partners and economic development organizations.
General SENDD Duties:
Contribute to team projects and organizational priorities as assigned.
Promote SENDDs mission and services across the region.
Perform other duties to support SENDDs mission as directed by the Executive Director.

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in business administration finance economics public administration or related field (or equivalent work experience) preferred.
Experience in lending community development or economic development preferred.
Knowledge of loan underwriting financial statements and basic accounting principles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to analyze data prepare reports and make sound recommendations.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects.
Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint); database management experience a plus.
Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders including businesses banks nonprofits and government officials.
Valid drivers license and willingness to travel within the 16-county district.

Other Information:
Wage commensurate with education/experience.
Excellent health insurance benefits package. Retirement program available. Paid personal leave. Other benefits available for enrollment.