Letter of Credit Officer obtains necessary information to process and complete letters of credit and related financial transactions. Verifies all documentation for accuracy and completeness. Being a Letter of Credit Officer ensures all credit data is evaluated and adheres to bank policies and procedures in order to approve or deny applications. Provides support to lending officers and trade specialists. Additionally, Letter of Credit Officer may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Letter of Credit Officer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Letter of Credit Officer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Preference is for the position to be in commutable distance to one of NFF’s office locations which are Boston, Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, and Philadelphia. Remote locations will be considered.
For over 40 years, Nonprofit Finance Fund has provided these nonprofits and their leaders with capital, consulting, and thought leadership. As a community development finance institution (CDFI), we work with nonprofits, partners, and systems to build racial equity and community wealth and well-being. Our vision is a world of equitable prosperity, where communities of color and other systematically excluded communities have the capital, community assets, knowledge, and agency to thrive. You can learn more about our work to achieve that vision by reading our Strategic Plan for 2024-2026 and our commitment to racial equity.
None of this work would be possible without the incredible people who work here. Our team consists of a diverse group of passionate professionals who care deeply about racial equity and community wealth and well-being. You can read more about what it’s like to work here – and read a few examples of “a day in the life” for NFF staff” – on the careers page of our website.
Thank you for your interest in NFF. We hope you’ll join us.
About the Opportunity:
NFF’s provides loans to nonprofit organizations for their real estate and working capital needs with a commitment to ensuring communities of color and their leaders have access to and control of the funds they need to meet their goals. Currently, NFF manages around $400 million of financing assets, primarily loans to nonprofit organizations in the education, healthcare, human service, and housing sectors. These loan portfolios include on-balance sheet loans, loans funded with limited recourse capital from philanthropic partners, government credit enhancements and a portfolio of New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) loans.
We are seeking a Chief Credit Officer (CCO) to oversee the risk management of NFF’s loan portfolios. NFF’s new strategic plan centers growing our balance sheet by over $100MM over three years. Our goal is to do this by expanding our lending reach into and across sectors and geographies, while increasing access to capital for non-profits led by people of color.
The Chief Credit Officer will report to the Chief Executive Officer. The CCO will serve as a member of the Executive Team, along with the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief of Client Services. The addition of the CCO role at the Executive level is critical to NFF successfully pursuing new areas and products of financing while managing organizational credit risk.
The preference is for the position to be in commutable distance to one of NFF’s office locations which are Boston, Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, and Philadelphia. Remote locations will be considered. Our offices have re-opened, and staff can opt into in-person work as desired and based on the needs of the role. There is potential for up to 10% travel, which will consist of client visits, local/national conferences, and travel to NFF office for staff retreats.
What you’ll do:
Foster a strong risk management culture throughout the organization by continuously promoting awareness, education, and adherence to risk management practices, balanced with NFF’s strategic plan priorities, impact goals, and client-centered focus.
Loan Structuring, Underwriting, Approval, and Closing
Credit and Portfolio Risk Management
Process, Policies, and Systems
Training, Staff Development, and Communications
Supervisory Responsibilities
Who you are:
Compensation:
At NFF, we are invested in discussing the depth and breadth of each candidate’s background and experience during the interview process and using that information to determine the best offer while considering internal pay equity. The salary range for this position is $220,000 – $250,000. If provided an offer, NFF will determine salary compensation based on relevant skills and years of experience. NFF also takes into consideration internal equity in setting salary bands for each role. NFF provides an attractive benefits package that currently includes up to 18 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, unlimited vacation time off, health insurance with NFF funded health reimbursement account on medical plan, and employer contributions toward retirement plan. In addition, NFF provides flexibility to work remotely and access to a “work from home” fund, and flexible spending accounts including medical, commuter, and childcare benefits.
Please Note:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not currently sponsor for immigration or work permit applications.
All salaries are commensurate with experience and include an attractive benefits package.
Nonprofit Finance Fund is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce. We encourage candidates that will help us live out this commitment to apply.
NFF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, NFF complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. NFF also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance and/or accommodation to use our online tools to search and/or apply for jobs, please contact recruitment@nff.org. We would be happy to work with you.
This job posting provides a general list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required for this position. It does not represent a contract for employment and NFF reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without notice.
When applying, please DO NOT include any of the following information with your job application: Social Security number; driver's license number or state-issued identification card number; financial account number, or credit or debit card number.
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