Senior Loan Quality Control Specialist in Sterling, Illinois at Sauk Valley Bank

Senior Loan Quality Control Specialist

Join a Community Bank Committed to Excellence!

At Sauk Valley Bank, we believe quality is the foundation of exceptional customer service. We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive Senior Loan Quality Control Specialist to help ensure the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of our lending operations.

If you have a passion for precision, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in an environment where your work directly impacts organizational success, we invite you to join our team.

Job Duties

As a Loan Quality Control Specialist, you will play a critical role in maintaining the quality and compliance of our loan portfolio by:

• Reviewing loan files for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
• Identifying documentation exceptions and working with the lending staff to resolve issues
• Monitoring quality control standards and internal procedures
• Conducting audits and quality review of loan documentation
• Supporting internal and external examination processes
• Tracking trends and recommending progress improvements
• Assisting with risk management initiatives related to loan operations
• Ensuring adherence to bank policies and industry regulations

Ideal Candidates Success

Highly detail-oriented and organized

Comfortable analyzing documentation and identifying discrepancies

Able to communicate professionally with multiple departments

Skilled at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines

Committed to maintaining accuracy and confidentiality

Driven to improve processes and enhance operational effeciency

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors or Associates degree in business, finance, accounting or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in lending, loan administration, underwriting, loan review, quality control, or a related banking function.
• Strong knowledge of loan documentation and banking regulations is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and banking systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and develop staff

Why Sauk Valley Bank?

At Sauk Valley Bank, you will join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees and provide opportunities to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. If you are passionate about quality, compliance, and helping create exceptional lending experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Suk Valley Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SVB is committed to the provision of equal opportunity employment for all qualified persons in all job classifications in recruitment, selection and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military status, veteran status or any other protected status. Submission of this information is voluntary and is not considered in employment decisions. This information will be kept separate from the employment files and is considered confidential.

Sauk Valley Bank offers medical, short term disability, long term disability, life, vision, dental and 401K benefits to all full time positions. PTO will vary depending on the level of the position. This position is not eligible for incentive.

Management reserves the right to change this position description at any time according to business needs.

Salary Range: $22.00 - $34.00 per hour

September 24, 2026