Loan Servicing Project Specialist

About The Role

The Project Specialist II serves as a subject matter expert with responsibility for planning, organizing, administering, and/or leading short-term initiatives of varying scope within a division(s) and/or department(s). The Project Specialist may work on several projects concurrently. Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.

Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training. Maintains a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.

Maintains advanced knowledge of products and services in project area. Possesses strong relationship management and operational abilities, analytical and problem-solving skills, and project management skills. Proven track record of success and skills in project area operations. Knowledge of policies, procedures, practices and documentation in project area. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage customer relationships. Good negotiating/influencing skills. General knowledge of “best practices” in project area. Proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as Word and Excel, and other business machines. Ability to train and present to small and large audiences or has the interest in learning to train and present.

Travel Requirements: Occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business, a related field, or equivalent (preferred)
• 2-4 years — Of relevant Project management and/or operations experience in project area (Required)
• Strong relationship management and operational abilities, analytical and problem-solving skills, and project management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of products and services in project area.
• Proven track record of success and skills in project area operations.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, practices and documentation in project area.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage customer relationships.
• Good negotiating/influencing skills.
• General knowledge of “best practices” in project area.
• Proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as Word and Excel, and other business machines.
• Ability to train and present to small and large audiences or has the interest in learning to train and present.

Pay & Benefits

The pay range for this role is 18.00 - $30.00. The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Our Benefits

We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits. We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment To Diversity

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics.