POSITION:
Loan Officer/Vice President, Senior Loan Officer, full-time position located in the Merced Branch, Merced, CA.
ABOUT YOSEMITE FARM CREDIT:
As a farmer-owned co-op with over 100-year history serving the agriculture community in Stanislaus, Merced, Tuolumne and Mariposa counties, Yosemite Farm Credit has a commitment to our region’s agriculture. The Association currently provides lending services to approximately 5,200 customers with loan volume of over $5 billion. Major commodities financed include dairy and almonds, in addition to irrigated field crops, cattle, and walnuts. Yosemite Farm Credit’s culture of collaboration and team values provides a great atmosphere that allows individuals to contribute to its Vision – Helping Our Members Prosper!
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
The Loan Officer will develop and maintain commercial and real estate loan portfolio for the branch office. Take and analyze commercial and real estate loan applications; recommend and approve loans and loan servicing actions; service assigned loans, actively develop new business through organized marketing and business development program. Duties may include the administration of large and complex loans along with assisting in the review and monitoring of branch credit analysis and servicing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS degree with emphasis on agriculture, business administration, accounting or equivalent.
- Minimum two years; five years of agricultural loan officer or underwriting experience preferred.
- Knowledge of dairy, almonds, irrigated field, and row crops preferred.
- Proficient in Excel and Word applications.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
GRADE/SALARY/BENEFITS:
Yosemite Farm Credit offers a competitive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, outstanding vacation/sick time accrual, health, dental, and vision plans, tuition reimbursement, 401k fixed AND company match, corporate fitness program, performance related compensation, volunteer time off and paid holidays.
The Base Salary for this position ranges from $5,500 (minimum) – $14,000 (maximum) per month, depending on experience. Position is also eligible to participate in annual incentive program (performance related compensation) earning up to 10% of annual base salary. This program is subject to Board approval.
WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM:
Yosemite Farm Credit offers a Workplace Flexibility Program for qualifying positions that provides the opportunity to have a hybrid (in office and work from home) schedule. The Workplace Flexibility Program includes an allowance of up to $500 for qualifying expenses to outfit employees’ home office. Please note, this is not a fully remote position.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted through May 7, 2026.
If you have questions regarding the job posting or need additional information, please contact Bart P. Hertan, Senior Vice President – Branch Manager, at (209) 383-1116.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Application Job Link: https://yfc.bamboohr.com/careers/65
Yosemite Farm Credit 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 status as a protected veteran. For employment related questions or if you have a disability and wish to seek a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team at careers@yfc.ag or 209-667-2366.
CCPA Notice:
California residents may have certain rights regarding their Personal Information under California law. To view the Yosemite Farm Credit CCPA Privacy Notice applicable to job applicants, employees, owners, directors, officers, and contractors of Yosemite Farm Credit, please visit the Yosemite Farm Credit website at the following link: https://www.yosemitefarmcredit.com/about-yfc/careers-with-yosemite-farm-credit/.
Issue Date: 4/10/2026
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