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Budget Analysts



Administrative Assistants

Budget analysts help public and private organizations plan their finances.


Provide high level, professional office support for the Office of Academic Affairs.
Bachelor’s degreeSouth Dakota Board of Regents, Brookings, SD

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Personal Finance Advisor








Internal Auditor








Securities Analysts
Personal financial advisors provide advice to help individuals manage their money and plan for their financial future.


The Bank Auditor performs internal audits of departments and affiliates as assigned to verify adherence to bank policy and procedures and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 


The Securities Analyst is responsible for participating in the prudent management of Wealth Management client portfolios.
Bachelor’s degreeSecurity National Bank, Dakota Dunes, SD
Finance AnalystsFinance analysts help public and private organizations plan their finances.Bachelor’s degreeWaferWire Cloud Technologies, Yankton, SD

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Finance ExaminersFinancial examiners ensure compliance with laws that govern institutions handling monetary transactions.Bachelor’s degreeDakota Prairie Bank, Fort Pierre, SD
Loan OfficersLoan officers evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of loan applications.Bachelor’s degreeFirst Premier Bank, Sioux Falls, SD

Black Hills Community Bank, Rapid City, SD

First National Bank of Omaha, Sioux Falls, SD

Beresford, SD – First Savings Bank – Hours and Location (firstsavingsbanks.bank)


Mortgage Loan Originator Assistant







Mortgage Banker












Laser Pro Associate















Senior Business Lender





The Assistant will work with processing, closing and underwriting to make sure loans close in a timely manner.



Mortgage bankers are responsible for generating new business and developing relationships with potential borrowers. services, conducting outreach to potential borrowers, and educating them about the lending process.


The Laser Pro Associate will be responsible for preparing Consumer and Commercial loan documents to be signed by the Lender and Customer






Responsible for ensuring the business credit operations are in accordance with established policies and results in maximum volume and profit for the Credit Union.




Bachelor’s degreeFirst Premier Bank, Sioux Falls, SD

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First Interstate Bank Locations | Personal Checking, Home Mortgage, Personal Loan.

Credit Analysts







Loan Administrator/Financial Services Representative I


















Loan officer/ Financial Representative II
The credit analyst position is key in making data-backed recommendations through research and analysis of customer financial documents.


Responsible for providing administrative support to loan officers while also acting as a backup to opening new accounts, performing general record keeping and clerical functions vital to ensure loan processing is completed in an accurate, timely manner.





The Financial Service Representative II is primarily responsible for the growth and maintenance of the bank’s consumer lending portfolio. 
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Personal & Business Banking, Mortgage Services | South Dakota | BankWest (bankwest-sd.bank)

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Chief Lending OfficerA chief lending officer (CLO) is a senior-level position within a bank or other financial institution. They are responsible for managing the entire lending process, from initial application to final approval.Bachelor’s Degree/Master’s DegreeMadison, SD | First Bank & Trust (bankeasy.com)
Mortgage Loan OfficerMortgage loan Officers help people who wish to purchase a home choose the best financial options. Master’s Degreeplainscommerce.com/locations/49th-street-sioux-falls
Ag/Commercial Loan Officercommercial loan officer is a financial professional who is responsible for assessing and processing business loan applications at financial institutionsBachelor’s/Master’s DegreeArea Federal Credit Union (areafcu.org)

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Financial Planning and Analysis AnalystAnalyze the trends of key performance indicators (KPIs), especially relating to financial metrics such as sales, expenses, and profit margin.Bachelor’s DegreeHome – Security First Bank (security1stbank.com)
AVP Financial Reporting AnalystImplements reviews, and ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulationsBachelor’s DegreeThe Bancorp, Inc. | Home