Where Work isn’t a Four-Letter Word
Are you looking for a place that gets work-life balance? Port Washington State Bank could be your answer. We’re a group of folks that truly define Midwestern nice. We love the Wisconsin way of life, and together we support our pastimes, traditions and other local favorites with our time and with close to $500,000 in donations just this past year. As a Journal Sentinel Top Workplace Winner, we’ve slowly won our employees' loyalty through listening and supporting their ideas to make us more efficient and better serve our customers. In order to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, we comb through market trends, benchmarking data and employee feedback to ensure we’re well above the average. We offer this and so much more.
Wanna Be Work Pals?
Port Washington State Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We foster a work environment where employees are respected and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance with the application process, please contact us through our Contact Us form, or call 262-284-4416.
Still Not Convinced?
Need more reasons to work here?
Open Positions
Explore our current openings below and find an opportunity that fits your skills and experience.
Loan Operations Specialist - Port Washington
We’re looking for a full-time Loan Operations Specialist to join our Loan Operations team. This role supports the commercial lending function by handling a wide range of loan servicing, collateral tracking, and compliance-related tasks. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate loan records, supporting regulatory requirements, and helping the department manage growth and increasing complexity.
Key Functions
- Process and maintain commercial loan transactions, including payoffs, system updates, and loan record accuracy
- Manage collateral documentation, including UCC tracking, title work, tickler follow-up, and collateral release
- Support loan servicing activities such as onboarding, maintenance, and responding to internal and external inquiries
- Coordinate participation loan activity, including remittances, reconciliations, wires, and communication with partner institutions
- Assist with regulatory and compliance tasks, including HMDA review, audit support, and discrepancy resolution
- Monitor flood and insurance portfolio to satisfy coverage and regulatory compliance requirements
- Support construction loan tracking, including draw reviews and maintaining project documentation
- Maintain organized loan files through imaging, indexing, and post-closing file review
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 5+ years of loan servicing, processing, or related lending experience preferred
- Ability to analyze and interpret loan data and supporting documentation
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements including HMDA and flood compliance
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related systems
Ready to join a team that values your expertise and supports your growth?
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The Recruiting Process
Step 1: Apply Online
Apply by clicking the link beneath the open positions above to be considered for opportunities with Port Washington State Bank.
Step 2: Initial Review
We'll review your application and reach out to discuss the role and your experience in more detail if there's a potential fit.
Step 3: Interview
If selected, you may be invited to participate in one or more interviews with the hiring manager, additional team members, and/or Human Resources. The process may take several weeks depending on the position and number of candidates. You're always welcome to reach out to Human Resources for a status update.
Step 4: Hiring Decision
Only candidates who interview in-person will be notified of their application status.
Step 5: If You are Hired
If selected for hire, you will complete a background check, which may include education, employment, and criminal history. A pre-employment drug screening is also required.