Member Service Specialist

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Job Title: Member Service Specialist
Location: Effingham, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Farm Credit Illinois
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: About Farm Credit Illinois (FCI)

FCI is a farmer-owned lending cooperative headquartered in Mahomet, Illinois, with >$7 billion of owned, managed, and collaborated loan assets and investments. With a core purpose of Helping Farm Families Succeed, FCI is owned by 18,900 farmer, rural landowner, and agribusiness members in the southern 60 counties of Illinois. FCI is one of many Farm Credit System Associations which collectively serve all 50 states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico.

At Farm Credit Illinois, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and experiences, making us stronger and more innovative to serve our members. We offer comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision, as well as paid time off programs, such as vacation, sick leave, parental leave, holidays, and more. FCI invests in employees' futures by offering a 401k plan with employer match, as well as professional development and learning opportunities to help our employees grow in their career. Our core values-family, integrity, relationships, expertise, and passion, are the foundation of our culture, and we strive to exemplify these values in every aspect of our association.

Why Join Us

Competitive compensation package. Grade and salary commensurate with experience, with an annualized base salary range of 48,000.00 - 65,000.00 plus a bonus based on team and individual performance. This range is a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of this posting.

Comprehensive benefit package includes 401(k) with 3% employer contribution and 6% employer match, vacation days, sick days, 13 paid holidays, parental leave, and volunteer leave, along with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as further described at https://www.farmcreditfoundations.com/fcfbenefits/

Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Opportunity to work for a reputable and community-focused financial institution dedicated to a positive, collaborative work environment that encompasses the association's mission to serve our members and the agricultural industry as we strive to help farm families succeed.

Description/Job Summary

The Member Service Specialist serves in the Field Operations Department and reports directly to a Regional Manager located in one of the regional offices. This role is the "Office Champion" and is responsible for handling front-office duties and serves as the primary prospect and member-facing role at the branch. The Member Service Specialist interfaces with members on a regular basis to address inquiries, resolve issues, maintain accounts, and provides assistance on a wide range of credit and administrative tasks. Additionally, this position plays a key role in regional office operations by managing day-to-day administrative duties and coordinating internal and external member related events.

Responsibilities/Duties

Provide day-to-day support to members and prospects by answering calls, assisting walk-ins, and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff.
Promote and cross-sell products and services to members based on identified needs.
Maintain and update prospect/member relationship databases and mailing lists.
Monitor regional loan reports (delinquency, UCC-1, paid loans, real estate tax) and take appropriate action, including member contact and reporting findings.
Gather and organize year-end financial statements from loan members.
Maintain and update loan accounts, including processing receipts/disbursements, correcting account errors, and verifying transactions.
Coordinate office administration: schedule meetings, manage office supplies, process invoices, and maintain equipment/building upkeep.
Organize and attend member/community events; support marketing initiatives and facilitate event notifications.
Participate in committees, special projects, and required training as assigned.

Required Skills

General knowledge of accounting principles, practices and methods
Working knowledge of credit processing processes and procedures
Skill in listening and conveying awareness of a member's problem or issue to find resolution
Skill in utilizing a systematic approach to problem solving
Skill in interacting and working effectively with others
Skill in gathering, compiling and organizing information
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Skill in utilizing technology to increase efficiency
Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers
Skill in hearing with thoughtful attention
Oral and written communication skills, sufficient to exchange information effectively with peers, supervisor, prospects, and members

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma and 3 years of related work experience;
Or equivalent education, experience, and skillset sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at careers@farmcreditIL.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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Job Post Date: 01/28/26