The Market President is responsible to provide leadership and direction of all Red Wing market banking and community engagement activities. The Market President will be held accountable for management of market activities in a manner that ensures both short-term and long-term profitability of the Bank (Red Wing location), and in alignment with the Company’s return on investment expectations to Shareholders. The Market President will carry a portfolio of high value and potentially complicated credits. The Market President is expected to create work environment that results in equitable treatment, a welcoming environment for all stakeholders and nurtures the growth & career development of employees. Community engagement is expected to be fostered as a result of the Market President’s example and direct personal community involvement in representing the Bank’s civic leadership obligations.

The Market President is responsible for the delivery of exceptional customer experiences; embracing a commitment of “One Merchants”; and delivery of revenue and earnings optimization for long term relevance.

This position requires residency within the community it serves – specifically, residency within Red Wing, MN or within minimal distance outside Red Wing proper.

This position requires a minimum of 9 years of banking/commercial lending experience. Agricultural lending experience is preferred. In addition, 3-5 years of demonstrated leadership experience and/or direct supervisory responsibility is preferred. The position requires a thorough understanding of the banking system, credit evaluation, community banking needs, financial management skills, and time in the ranks. The position requires a current and thorough review and update of regulatory laws and changes.

Merchants Bank established in 1875 is a growing, employee-owned company, dedicated to a philosophy of community banking with total company wide assets of over $2.5 billion. Due to continued growth, we are searching for a Market President to lead and grow our location in the Red Wing, MN market.

Competitive salary and benefit package provided, including an ESOP. Apply online at www.merchantsbank.com/about/careers or

mail resume and cover letter to:
Merchants Bank
Attn: Beth Ede, CHRO
102 East 3rd St.
Winona, MN 55987

or email your resume and cover letter to baede@merchantsbank.com.

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