Vice President Agricultural Lending - Indiana Remote (anywhere in Indiana) + 4 more

Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative serving financial needs of farmers and rural residents in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee. Our purpose is to secure the future of rural communities and agriculture. We are passionate about serving the needs of our rural communities and creating positive customer experiences.

Farm Credit Mid-America is a great place to work! We have been named as a Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the past 14 years. At Farm Credit Mid-America we put our customers and team members at the heart of all we do.

Schedule: Full Time, Hybrid Travel Required: 25% - 50%

Compensation: The salary range for this position is estimated to be $127,878.00 – $226,620.00 annualized, which reflects the company’s current estimate of the potential compensation range at the time of posting. This salary range reflects the anticipated compensation for this position and represents one component of the total rewards package. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, qualifications, and allotted budget. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits program as part of its overall compensation strategy, and salary ranges are reviewed periodically to remain aligned with market conditions.

Benefits At A Glance

Eligible team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Well-being and fitness reimbursement programs

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

401(k) plan with company contributions and matching opportunities

Paid parental leave

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs

Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

Variable compensation opportunities for eligible positions

About Our Opportunity

The Vice President of Agricultural Lending plays a critical role focused on driving business development, cultivating and maintaining strong customer relationships, and structuring complex commercial loans often exceeding $4 million. This role collaborates closely with credit officers to analyze financials and deliver customized financial solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

The Vice President of Agricultural Lending brings deep expertise and wide operational latitude, handling complex or ambiguous work that requires sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills. Team members at this level influence outcomes across teams, lead or support significant initiatives, and contribute to improved performance, quality, and efficiency. They demonstrate strong analytical capability, coach others, and extend their impact beyond their immediate responsibilities.How You Will Spend Your Time

Establishes a strong presence in the agricultural industry by executing strategic sales plans, engaging key influencers, customers, and prospects, and expanding market share by anticipating customer needs.

Develops trusted, long‑term customer relationships by leveraging deep industry knowledge, understanding customer goals, credit profiles, and operations, and delivering tailored, value‑added financial guidance.

Markets credit and related services within assigned territories, focusing on profitable growth of the overall customer relationship and alignment with Association objectives.

Designs and recommends innovative financial packages by interpreting financial data, conducting thorough due diligence, assessing risk and profitability, and competitively pricing loan solutions aligned with customer objectives.

Approves loans within delegated authority and partners with Credit Officers to ensure sound credit decisions, ongoing portfolio monitoring, proactive risk management, and effective post‑closing activities.

Communicates complex financial and credit information clearly to internal teams and external stakeholders, fostering alignment, informed decision‑making, and strong partnership across functions.

Applies advanced expertise to independently manage complex, high-impact work.

Balances risk, quality, and business priorities using advanced judgment and foresight.

Leads or significantly contributes to initiatives that enhance processes, systems, or outcomes.

Consults with partners across functions to provide insight, recommendations, and solutions.

Mentors others to build technical and professional capability across the team.

Influences outcomes beyond the immediate role through collaboration and trusted expertise.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree with 4 years relevant experience preferred

High School Diploma/GED with 8 years relevant experience required.

Willingness to travel approximately 50%, including occasional overnight travel.

Tech-savvy and adaptable, with the ability to quickly learn and use new technology and digital tools preferred.

Agricultural or commercial lending experience with large, complex customers preferred.

Experience with credit analysis, underwriting, and agricultural operations preferred.

Mental & Physical Requirements

While performing the responsibilities of this role, team members typically sit for extended periods, use hands for computer and office tasks, and communicate verbally. Standing or walking may be required on a frequent basis, with occasional reaching, lifting, or moving items weighing up to ten pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision. The work environment generally involves a moderate noise level.

This role requires sustained mental focus, problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, with extended computer use common. Some positions may include additional physical or mental requirements related to driving, such as holding a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel long distances.Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.Farm Credit Mid-America provides a competitive total rewards package to our team members. This includes an award winning 401(k) Plan. Our Health and Financial wellness benefits provide safety, security and peace of mind for you and your family. Here is a highlight of our Total Rewards and Benefits.

Farm Credit Mid-America is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employments without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by law.

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