Director - Lending - Home Loans

Job Title: Director - Lending - Home Loans
Status: Exempt
Reports to: SEVP - Chief Growth Officer
Department: Retail - Home Loans
Job Code: 11499
Pay Range: $150,000.00 Annually + Incentives
Location: Remote-in-Field (Northern California)


WHO WE ARE:
Golden 1 Credit Union is among the top credit unions in the country. As a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative, Golden 1 is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” We are committed to empowering our members and uplifting our communities as we create a more equitable and financially inclusive California. We welcome all who embrace our Core Values.

WHO YOU ARE:
You are a strategic and results-driven mortgage lending leader with a proven track record of driving retail home loan growth, optimizing operational performance, and delivering exceptional member experiences. You excel at developing innovative, data-driven strategies that increase loan production, expand market share, and strengthen competitive positioning. Known for building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence, you successfully balance growth, compliance, and risk management while cultivating strong internal and external relationships that enhance organizational reputation and achieve sustainable business results.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Direct and grow initiatives aimed at home loan production growth, enhancing efficiencies, and improving the overall member experience in home lending.
• Develop, recommend and implement initiatives that improve on our service and delivery capabilities resulting in membership growth, and loan growth.
• Owner of corporate strategic initiatives or programs as assigned by the EVP, Chief Retail Officer. Lead the initiative when appropriate and represent Home Loans, Lending on other assignments Home Loans, Lending is not the business owner or sponsor of.
• Foster a positive and engaging work environment for each team member by promoting skill development, coaching for improvement and growth, inspiring others through your words and actions, ensuring positive employee morale throughout Golden 1 and embracing our mission, vision and core values. Promote a high-performance work culture.
• Develop, prepare, process and analyze reporting that drives increased expectations, growth and results. Participate in and make recommendations for product and service enhancements.
• Direct recruitment initiatives to attract and hire top talent who will elevate our home loan and production capabilities, enhancing the overall member experience.

QUALIFICIATIONS AND PREFERENCES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience required
• 7+ years in a financial institution in a management capacity (or related discipline), including three years in a senior leadership capacity required

WHY JOIN US:
Golden 1 Credit Union provides its employees a market-competitive and internally equitable total rewards compensation package through a variety of programs. These programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain employees that drive and support the achievement of Our Mission, Vision, and Strategic Goals. The Credit Union is committed a total rewards philosophy built on; a comprehensive compensation package, well-being and work-life balance, career development and growth, rewards and recognition, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is recognized, valued, and motivated to contribute their best.

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DISCLAIMER/INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. Because the nature of positions and job functions can change over time, this job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all essential functions, duties, responsibilities and qualifications requirements of team members assigned to this job. Job duties may be changed or modified in the Credit Union’s discretion. The Credit Union will keep team members updated on key functions, duties, and requirements of their position by communications from the Credit Union and by updating the job description from time to time. Any team member with questions about the nature of their job duties is encouraged to consult with their supervisor.

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