LevelField Bank · 1 month ago
Vice President of Ranchland and Recreational Land Lending
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expLevelField Bank is a community bank focused on transforming the financial landscape through innovation. They are seeking an experienced lending leader to establish and lead their new Ranchland and Recreational Use Lending business line, developing strategies and managing a team to service loans for non-commercial rural properties.
Banking
Responsibilities
Champion our brand: Embody LevelField’s innovative culture, fostering trust and enthusiasm for our cutting-edge banking solutions
Lead loan origination efforts, targeting properties for hunting, leisure, or light agricultural use, with loan sizes ranging from $500K to $10M+
Assist in the design and implementation of the full lending program for ranchland and recreational properties, including product development, risk management frameworks, and compliance with federal (e.g., FDIC, CRA) and Texas-specific regulations
Build and maintain relationships with real estate agents, land brokers, appraisers, and industry associations (e.g., Texas Farm Credit affiliates, USDA partners) to generate leads and expand market presence
Assist with underwriting, credit analysis, and portfolio management to ensure sound lending practices and minimize risk
Collaborate with internal teams on integrating or building the best tools for streamlined applications and servicing
Monitor market trends in Texas land values, interest rates, and economic factors affecting rural properties
Achieve annual origination targets while contributing to overall bank profitability and community impact
Stay ahead of trends: Maintain awareness of the broader context and implications of the various types of risk affecting the business
Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the team to develop and execute strategies to improve the department
Work collaboratively: Collaborate with the team to continuously improve the department and the bank
Think like an owner: Contribute ideas to improve processes, enhance customer experiences, and drive the bank’s growth
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in agricultural or rural land lending, with proven success in originating and managing ranchland/recreational loans
Deep knowledge of Texas land markets, including valuation, environmental considerations, and legal aspects (e.g., homestead exemptions, water rights)
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including QM standards and CRA credits for rural lending
Excellent relationship-building skills with a track record of closing complex deals
Proficiency in lending software and financial analysis tools; familiarity with digital asset integration a plus
Preferred
Houston residency or willingness to relocate to Houston area preferred
Prefer Bachelor's degree in Finance, Agriculture, Business, or related field
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Stock options
401(k)
Medical insurance
Additional benefits
Company
LevelField Bank
The launch of LevelField Bank is pending the close of the acquisition of Burling Bank, Chicago, Illinois.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase