Commercial Loan Documentation Specialist

Farmers National Bank of Canfield is hiring a Commercial Loan Documentation Specialist to support the Commercial Loan Department and its lenders and portfolio teams. The role focuses on preparing, reviewing, and processing commercial loan documents to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper lien perfection.

• Prepare and input commercial loan documents (C&I, commercial real estate, construction, lines of credit, standby letters of credit, modifications, and renewals) aligned to approved structures.
• Review loan documents for accuracy and compliance with bank policy, regulatory requirements, and lien perfection standards.
• Review supporting documentation (e.g., incorporation documents, trust/operating agreements, searches, appraisals, insurance, flood certifications) for compliance with approvals.
• Research governmental and public records related to borrowing entities, lien perfection guidelines, purchase money notifications, and signer authorizations (LLC/LLP/Trust).
• Review executed documents, forward for recording, follow up for filing information, and prepare disbursements.
• Record and file liens, titles, and UCC statements.
• Process paid-off commercial loans, release liens, and disburse final documents to clients.
• Organize loan files, make required copies, and forward files to Loan Servicing for core system set-up.
• Request files from the vault to support loan documentation processing.
• Complete mandatory and elective training including BSA and AML; maintain regulatory compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain regular, predictable attendance.

• Education: High School diploma or GED.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of commercial loan-related experience; title company experience preferred.

• Systems: Knowledge of loan documentation systems (e.g., Laser Pro) is a plus.

• Skills: Ability to prioritize and multitask; strong attention to detail and time management.

• Tools: Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet navigation/research.

• Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.

• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• E-Verify is used to confirm identity and employment eligibility for new hires.
• Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer (disability/veteran).