Collateral Review Officer

Job Description

This position implements various activities on behalf of the Credit function including but not limited to: (1) leading the collateral analysis of on-site and offsite collateral verifications of borrowing members or housing associates for the purpose of validating loan collateral holdings; (2) assisting in the collateral analysis of loan files delivered to FHLBank by borrowing members or housing associates; (3) preparing related management reports; and (4) recommending changes to policies and practices based on review and interpretation of new laws, regulations, best practices and/or market conditions that may impact FHLBank's credit and collateral practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/finance or related field and/or equivalent work experience.
  
• Three to five years of similar or related experience with two to three year's of loan underwriting experience.
  
• Lending or examination experience preferred.
  
• Broad knowledge of the banking and thrift industry.
  
• Thorough knowledge of lending markets (residential, commercial and agricultural).
  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Knowledge and proficient use of MS Office applications including Word, Access and Excel.
  
• Ability to travel independently. Travel is 60% to 70% of the time.
  

Why work here

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation and volunteer hours. Below are a few more of our benefits.

• Bankwide incentive compensation program
  
• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match
  
• Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
  
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
  
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  
• Voluntary life insurance
  
• Incentive-based wellness program
  
• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
  
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
  
• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
  
• Summer hours
  
• Onsite café
  

How we work

At FHLBank Topeka, employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger.

• Flexible Remote Workday | Business partners may work remote one day per week.
  
• Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say "Hi." Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.
  
• Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.
  
• Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.
  

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FHLBank Topeka EEO Policy

FHLBank Topeka is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, parental status, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, military status, gender identity and expression or marital status.

Accommodation Request

Should you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiter@fhlbtopeka.com.