Business Development Officer / Traveling Loan Underwriter (Tigard)

Are you looking for more than just a paycheck? At NW Preferred Federal Credit Union, we offer meaningful work, true work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a difference in our member’s lives. We’re a small, tight-knit team doing big things—and we’re looking for a Business Development Officer to help us grow. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, from meeting new people and developing relationships to underwriting loans and collaborating with marketing. If you’re mission-driven, self-motivated, and want flexibility over the 9-to-5 grind, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do You’ll be the face of NW Preferred to potential members and partners across our field of membership. Up to 20% of your time will involve travel (local and nationwide) attending tradeshows, visiting businesses, and meeting prospective members. • Build and maintain relationships with potential members and organizations through in-person visits, calls, email, events, and presentations. • Represent the credit union at tradeshows and industry events. • Open new memberships and loans, cross-sell products and services. • Analyze credit applications and financials to assess borrower eligibility. • Ensure lending activities comply with internal policies and regulations. • Meet (and ideally exceed!) sales and loan production goals. • Collaborate with marketing department on campaigns and promotions. • Coordinate travel and marketing materials—keep SWAG stocked and budgets balanced. • Be flexible: meetings may happen early, late, or over lunch, depending on member needs. What You Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent work experience in consumer/commercial lending (2–4 years). • Confidence in public speaking and presenting. • Professional demeanor with an outgoing, friendly personality. • Strong organizational skills and self-starting attitude. • Ability to travel regularly, maintain a valid driver’s license, and lift up to 50 lbs. • Comfort using MS Office and modern communication tools. What We Offer We may be a smaller credit union, but we offer big-time balance, flexibility, and fulfillment: • Work from home 50% of the time • Flexible hours – salaried role with no clock-punching • 3 weeks of PTO • 12 paid holidays + 1 paid personal day • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, massage, and alternative care) • Professional-casual dress attire • $3,000 per year towards continuing education. • 401(k) with 4% guaranteed contribution, plus additional service-based bonuses • Company-issued smartphone (Android or iPhone, personal use permitted) • Corporate credit card for business development expenses • A varied role with hands-on involvement in lending, travel, and campaign development Ready to Apply? If you’re looking for a career with purpose, flexibility, and the freedom to help shape the future of a growing credit union, we’d love to talk. Submit your resume and cover letter to the link below: https://nwpreferredfcu.sharefile.com/r-rc3305678053c4d55a0cd41166f395bad NW Preferred Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.