Lender Relations Specialist

Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service) obtained in either the public or private sector working independently: 1) In commercial or business loan proposal development, packaging, and structuring; AND 2) Marketing lending programs and services to external customers through outreach activities; AND 3) Conducting formal training or professional development; AND 4) Growing and developing a customer base; AND 5) Using a variety of software applications and technologies in all aspects of the job. These qualifications must be clearly referenced in your resume. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM’s Qualifications web site: General Business and Industry Series, 1101 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next level lower than the position being filled. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 10/16/2024.
This position is with the Small Business Administration, Office of Field Operations – Region IX in Citrus Heights, California. The incumbent provides technical guidance and assistance to lenders, small businesses, and resource partners in the District to increase access to capital and optimize the effectiveness of SBA programs and mission.