Business Development Officer

Job Description:

NW Preferred Federal Credit Union is looking for a business development officer in the Portland area to join our team. The primary responsibility of this position is to develop and maintain relationships with target members and organizations. 

Responsibilities:

• Contact and visit prospective members and organizations within our field of membership. Communications include: telephone, site visits, letters, emails, presentations, tradeshows and direct mail follow-up.
• Meet production/sales goals as may be required from time to time
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Credit Union products and services, special programs and applicable policies and procedures.
• Coordinates with marketing department to develop new products and service proposals that meet the needs of our target audience.
• Open new credit union memberships and cross sell additional products and services.
• Help gather necessary documents and submit loan applications on members’ behalf.
• Act as the primary credit union participant at tradeshows and other industry events throughout the year. Ensures the Credit Union presents a consistent image to members and the general public.
• Maintain a work schedule that is flexible in meeting the needs of those visited (i.e., early morning, lunch hour or evening meetings).
• Makes effective use of funds budgeted for traveling and entertainment.
• Manage inventory of SWAG, other advertising specialties and supplies.
• Develop and give presentations to current and prospective members and management.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree in Business and/or two to four years work experience in direct sales or customer service.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, specifically MS office.
• Ability to speak with confidence in meetings and presentations.
• Must present a professional, business-like manner and appearance.
• Ability to travel local and nationwide on a regular basis including; maintaining a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation for travel.
• Ability to conduct needs assessments, identify problems, develop solutions, and take appropriate course of action.
• A driven and can-do attitude. A self-starter, able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50lbs on occasion.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time on occasion.

Benefits:

• 11 paid holidays + 1 paid personal day
• 3 weeks paid time off (PTO)
• Health benefits include: medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, massage and alternative
• Professional-casual dress attire
• Yearly bonus incentive
• $3,000 per year towards continuing education

Many of our employees have been with us for a long time. That’s because we are big believer’s in teamwork, working hard while having fun and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We love what we do.  If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your resume to [email protected].

No phone calls please

Equal Opportunity Employer