Chief Credit and Lending Officer

Solar and Energy Loan Fund of St. Lucie County • Full-time • Fort Pierce, Florida • 3w ago

Position: Chief Credit and Lending Officer (CCO/CLO)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Type of Job: Full-time (Exempt)
Location: Hybrid/Remote (Fort Pierce, Florida, with some travel as required)About SELF
SELF is a national award-winning non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a mission to rebuild and empower underserved communities by providing access to affordable and equitable capital for homeowners, landlords, developers, contractors, and small businesses to support a transition towards an inclusive clean energy economy. As the nation’s first local Green Bank, SELF is at the forefront of climate equity and expanding its impact nationwide.Job Description
As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Credit and Lending Officer (CCO/CLO) is responsible for steering the strategic direction and operational excellence of all lending activities. This pivotal role encompasses oversight of the lending team and all lending programs, including the development of loan production goals, rigorous portfolio management, compliance, comprehensive reporting, and the development and enforcement of loan policies. Additionally, this role involves implementing cutting-edge technological systems to enhance lending operations and designing and rolling out innovative financial products. The CCO/CLO will play a critical role in cultivating and expanding relationships with new lending partners and direct borrowers. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CCO/CLO will be instrumental in driving the mission and strategic initiatives of the organization, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and community impact.Key Responsibilities

Participate as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, overseeing the lending team and all lending programs.
Develop loan production goals and manage the loan portfolio, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Cultivate new business and proactively market SELF’s offerings to new and potential lending partners and borrowers.
Source lending opportunities and coordinate with senior management to maintain investor and partner relationships.
Broker and arrange loan participations and syndications among CDFI, institutional, and retail participants.
Develop and maintain productive working partnerships with lending and investing partners.
Design and implement new and updated financial products, ensuring they meet market needs and strategic objectives.
Oversee reporting, loan policies, and technological systems related to lending.
Lead all aspects of SELF’s lending programs and loan portfolio, including:
- Managing underwriting of new transactions.
- Monitoring and managing delinquent loans and workouts.
- Administering portfolio composition to balance risk and meet strategic plan goals.
- Conducting credit analysis and underwriting of loan requests and screening transactions for creditworthiness and impact.
- Implementing criteria to screen and monitor originating lending partners.
- Managing credit and portfolio risk to maintain a healthy portfolio and solid financial performance.
- Ensuring effective underwriting, credit risk mitigation, and perfected security interests.
- Supervising portfolio management, including loan closings, credit file maintenance, investor compliance, and loan servicing.
- Managing internal program staff, contract underwriters, and committee members, including overseeing preparation of monthly Loan Committee packages and ensuring smooth meeting functions.
- Working with legal counsel, underwriting staff, and portfolio director to review loan documentation.
- Collaborating with senior management to maintain adequate liquidity to meet strategic goals.
- Identifying the need for and implementing new products and/or policies.
Serve as part of the senior management team to guide the organization strategically and operationally, including reporting to the SELF Board of Directors.
Support the achievement of social impact goals.
Participate in the design and implementation of new products and services.
Develop and implement lending strategies aligned with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), focusing on projects that reduce emissions and promote environmental sustainability.
Identify and cultivate relationships with potential borrowers and partners whose projects align with GHG reduction goals.
Oversee the allocation and deployment of funds from GGRF, ensuring compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
Monitor and report on the impact of funded projects on greenhouse gas emissions, providing updates to stakeholders and funders.
Collaborate with senior management to integrate GHG reduction goals into SELF's broader strategic objectives.
Lead the development of financing products tailored to support green and sustainable projects.
Ensure the lending portfolio reflects a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, balancing financial performance with social and environmental impact.

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of financial management experience in complex organizations, preferably CDFIs, green banks, or credit unions, with 7+ years in a leadership role.
A solid track record (10+ years) in credit analysis and underwriting of real estate transactions with experience in affordable housing, community facilities, and/or commercial real estate.
Strong portfolio management skills.
Strong knowledge of and contacts within the CDFI industry.
Experience in managing loan participations and syndications among multiple lenders is a strong plus.
Experience in financing transactions with Low Income Housing Tax Credits and/or New Markets Tax Credits is a strong plus.
Strong knowledge and contacts among banking and institutional investor sectors is a plus.
Experience managing staff, consultants, and volunteer loan committee members.
Experience with green financing, sustainability projects, or environmental impact investing is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to scale up operations rapidly while maintaining high standards of performance and compliance.
Knowledge of the microenterprise and small business loan process.
Ability to function as a hands-on and strategic thought partner and work effectively as part of a team in a multicultural environment.
Considerable experience in credit adjudication, credit policy, risk mitigation, workouts, and SBA SOP.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; Master’s degree in Finance or MBA required.
CPA certification highly preferred.

Employment Details

Location: In-office 3–5 days per week for the first year; hybrid options available after.
Travel: Minimal travel required for meetings and conferences.
Ability to walk, stand, sit for extended periods, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Compensation

Salary Range: $150,000 - $185,000 (commensurate with experience)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
403(b) retirement plan with up to a 5% match.
12 paid holidays, 4 weeks vacation and paid sick leave time.

Top Benefits and Perks

Performance-based bonuses.
Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
SELF is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and stakeholders. All employment decisions at SELF are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
As a recipient of federal funding, SELF complies with all applicable federal regulations, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact [email protected]How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter explaining their interest and qualifications to: [email protected]
Position: Chief Credit and Lending Officer (CCO/CLO)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Type of Job: Full-time (Exempt)
Location: Hybrid/Remote (Fort Pierce, Florida, with some travel as required)About SELF
SELF is a national award-winning non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) with a mission to rebuild and empower underserved communities by providing access to affordable and equitable capital for homeowners, landlords, developers, contractors, and small businesses to support a transition towards an inclusive clean energy economy. As the nation’s first local Green Bank, SELF is at the forefront of climate equity and expanding its impact nationwide.Job Description
As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Credit and Lending Officer (CCO/CLO) is responsible for steering the strategic direction and operational excellence of all lending activities. This pivotal role encompasses oversight of the lending team and all lending programs, including the development of loan production goals, rigorous portfolio management, compliance, comprehensive reporting, and the development and enforcement of loan policies. Additionally, this role involves implementing cutting-edge technological systems to enhance lending operations and designing and rolling out innovative financial products. The CCO/CLO will play a critical role in cultivating and expanding relationships with new lending partners and direct borrowers. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CCO/CLO will be instrumental in driving the mission and strategic initiatives of the organization, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and community impact.Key Responsibilities

Participate as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, overseeing the lending team and all lending programs.
Develop loan production goals and manage the loan portfolio, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Cultivate new business and proactively market SELF’s offerings to new and potential lending partners and borrowers.
Source lending opportunities and coordinate with senior management to maintain investor and partner relationships.
Broker and arrange loan participations and syndications among CDFI, institutional, and retail participants.
Develop and maintain productive working partnerships with lending and investing partners.
Design and implement new and updated financial products, ensuring they meet market needs and strategic objectives.
Oversee reporting, loan policies, and technological systems related to lending.
Lead all aspects of SELF’s lending programs and loan portfolio, including:
- Managing underwriting of new transactions.
- Monitoring and managing delinquent loans and workouts.
- Administering portfolio composition to balance risk and meet strategic plan goals.
- Conducting credit analysis and underwriting of loan requests and screening transactions for creditworthiness and impact.
- Implementing criteria to screen and monitor originating lending partners.
- Managing credit and portfolio risk to maintain a healthy portfolio and solid financial performance.
- Ensuring effective underwriting, credit risk mitigation, and perfected security interests.
- Supervising portfolio management, including loan closings, credit file maintenance, investor compliance, and loan servicing.
- Managing internal program staff, contract underwriters, and committee members, including overseeing preparation of monthly Loan Committee packages and ensuring smooth meeting functions.
- Working with legal counsel, underwriting staff, and portfolio director to review loan documentation.
- Collaborating with senior management to maintain adequate liquidity to meet strategic goals.
- Identifying the need for and implementing new products and/or policies.
Serve as part of the senior management team to guide the organization strategically and operationally, including reporting to the SELF Board of Directors.
Support the achievement of social impact goals.
Participate in the design and implementation of new products and services.
Develop and implement lending strategies aligned with the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), focusing on projects that reduce emissions and promote environmental sustainability.
Identify and cultivate relationships with potential borrowers and partners whose projects align with GHG reduction goals.
Oversee the allocation and deployment of funds from GGRF, ensuring compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
Monitor and report on the impact of funded projects on greenhouse gas emissions, providing updates to stakeholders and funders.
Collaborate with senior management to integrate GHG reduction goals into SELF's broader strategic objectives.
Lead the development of financing products tailored to support green and sustainable projects.
Ensure the lending portfolio reflects a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, balancing financial performance with social and environmental impact.

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of financial management experience in complex organizations, preferably CDFIs, green banks, or credit unions, with 7+ years in a leadership role.
A solid track record (10+ years) in credit analysis and underwriting of real estate transactions with experience in affordable housing, community facilities, and/or commercial real estate.
Strong portfolio management skills.
Strong knowledge of and contacts within the CDFI industry.
Experience in managing loan participations and syndications among multiple lenders is a strong plus.
Experience in financing transactions with Low Income Housing Tax Credits and/or New Markets Tax Credits is a strong plus.
Strong knowledge and contacts among banking and institutional investor sectors is a plus.
Experience managing staff, consultants, and volunteer loan committee members.
Experience with green financing, sustainability projects, or environmental impact investing is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to scale up operations rapidly while maintaining high standards of performance and compliance.
Knowledge of the microenterprise and small business loan process.
Ability to function as a hands-on and strategic thought partner and work effectively as part of a team in a multicultural environment.
Considerable experience in credit adjudication, credit policy, risk mitigation, workouts, and SBA SOP.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; Master’s degree in Finance or MBA required.
CPA certification highly preferred.

Employment Details

Location: In-office 3–5 days per week for the first year; hybrid options available after.
Travel: Minimal travel required for meetings and conferences.
Ability to walk, stand, sit for extended periods, and lift up to 25 pounds.