Renewable Energy Underwriter

<div class="content-intro"><h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 169, 224);"><strong>We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!</strong></span></h2> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;">At&nbsp;<strong>Climate First Bank</strong>, we’re redefining what banking can be. As a Florida Benefit Corporation and FDIC-insured commercial bank, we offer a full suite of personal and business services—including solar, residential, commercial, ESOP Banking, Structured Finance and SBA loans—all designed to power a better future. We’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation, a member of 1% for the Planet, and part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), reflecting our deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and ethical banking.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;">With branches in&nbsp;<strong>St. Petersburg, Winter Park, Mount Dora</strong>, and a growing&nbsp;<strong>digital presence</strong>, we’re proving that banking can be a force for good. We don’t just support environmental and social causes—we’re built on them.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;">Under our Holding Company,&nbsp;<strong>Climate First Bancorp</strong>, we are also powered by OneEthos.&nbsp;<strong>OneEthos</strong>&nbsp;operates at the intersection of fintech and traditional banking to expand access to inclusive, values-driven financial services. Regulated by the Federal Reserve Bank, it equips Community Banks, Credit Unions, CDFIs, and Green Banks with ethical lending tools—especially in climate finance and solar lending.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 169, 224);"><strong>Join&nbsp;the&nbsp;Movement</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;">We’re&nbsp;seeking&nbsp;<strong>driven, mission-aligned</strong>&nbsp;individuals ready to make an impact. If you’re passionate about sustainability, thrive in a fast-paced, results driven environment, and want to be part of something bigger, you will feel right at home.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;">Our team is one of&nbsp;<strong>goal-setters, go-getters, problem solvers, thought leaders, and changemakers</strong>. We celebrate wins, tackle challenges head-on, and push boundaries. Fueled by purpose, we thrive where perseverance and passion turn ambitious goals into reality.</span></p> <h3><span style="color: rgb(0, 169, 224);"><strong>Thrive at Climate First Bank</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;">At Climate First Bank, we’re investing in your future. We offer a&nbsp;comprehensive, people-first benefits package&nbsp;that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Compensation</strong>&nbsp;<strong>—&nbsp;</strong>In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives and equity. Actual compensation is based on industry salary ranges, internal salary structures, experience, skills and other job-related factors.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Health Coverage</u></strong><strong>&nbsp;—&nbsp;</strong>100% employer-paid for employees; employer contribution for dependents by Us</span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Health Savings Account (HSA)&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Free Telemedicine&nbsp;access via Teladoc</strong></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>&nbsp;<u>Financial Wellness &amp; Wealth Building</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>401(k) with 6% Employer Match&nbsp;—</strong>&nbsp;No Vesting Period.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Employee Stock Options&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Exclusive Employee Banking Perks&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>0% Financing for Employee Solar Loans&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Employee Only Mortgage Product&nbsp;</strong>with exclusive interest rates and terms.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>0% Financing for Eligible Electric Vehicles (EVs)&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Referral Incentives&nbsp;</strong></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Generous Paid Time Off</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>2–4 Weeks of Vacation</strong>&nbsp;based on officer level plus additional tenure-based time.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>64 Hours of Paid Sick Time&nbsp;</strong>for all full-time employees.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong><u>Protection &amp; Peace of Mind</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Company-Paid Life Insurance&nbsp;</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Short- &amp; Long-Term Disability Insurance</strong></span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Voluntary Life, Accident &amp; Critical Illness Coverage</strong>&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)&nbsp;</strong>with free counseling, legal, and financial services.</span></li> </ul></div><p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 169, 224);"><strong>Now&nbsp;Hiring:&nbsp;Renewable Energy Underwriter</strong></span></p> <p>We’re&nbsp;seeking&nbsp;a&nbsp;<strong>Renewable Energy Underwriter&nbsp;</strong>that is responsible for underwriting and credit analysis of renewable energy and sustainability-focused financing, including solar, energy storage, and energy efficiency projects. The role supports mission-driven growth while ensuring strong credit quality, regulatory compliance, and adherence to internal credit policies.</p> <p>The ideal candidate brings strong financial analysis expertise along with knowledge of renewable energy project structures, cash flow modeling, and industry-specific risks.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 169, 224);"><strong>What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Contribute as a Renewable Energy Underwriter</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Renewable Energy Credit Underwriting &amp; Deal Evaluation</strong></p> <ul> <li>Underwrite construction, term, and bridge financing for renewable energy projects including solar, storage, and energy efficiency.</li> <li>Analyze borrower and sponsor financias, tax returns, cash flow, and global debt service coverage.&nbsp;</li> <li>Evaluate project-level economics, including PPA and off-take agreements, incentive structures (e.g., tax credits), operating assumptions, collateral, guarantees, and overall credit structure.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Risk Assessment, Documentation &amp; Credit Governance</strong></p> <ul> <li>Identify and assess key project risks, including construction, technology, regulatory, counterparty, and performance risk.</li> <li>Prepare clear, well-documented credit memoranda with risk mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with internal credit policy, underwriting standards, and regulatory requirements.&nbsp;</li> <li>Participate in credit committee discussions and respond to senior credit leadership inquiries.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Portfolio Monitoring &amp; Ongoing Credit Management</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Monitor portfolio performance and support annual reviews, renewals, and covenant compliance.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Champion Our Mission, Protect What Matters</strong></p> <ul> <li>Embody a commitment to environmental, social, economic, and racial justice.</li> <li>Apply interest in our core values and pursue education related to sustainability practices.</li> <li>Pursue and demonstrate an understanding of established Bank policies, procedures, and regulations.</li> <li>Protect the organization and its customers by identifying and escalating suspicious or fraudulent activity in collaboration with appropriate teams.&nbsp;</li> <li>Maintain working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and Bank policies; complete all required compliance and IT training.</li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 169, 224);"><strong>What You’ll Leverage in this Role:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Experience &amp; Education</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.</li> <li>3-7+ years of commercial credit underwriting or project finance experience.</li> <li>Preference for renewable energy, infrastructure, or solar, storage, wind, or energy efficiency financing.</li> <li>Knowledge of tax equity, PPA structures, and renewable energy incentives preferred.</li> <li>Experience working in a mission-driven or values-based financial institution strongly preferred.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Entrepreneurial Self-Starter Mentality -&nbsp;</strong>You own your work product and consistently deliver high-quality, measurable results. You apply strong financial statement analysis and cash flow modeling skills to underwrite complex commercial or project-based loans efficiently and with limited supervision. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment and are motivated by continuous growth.</p> <p><strong>Master Communicator -&nbsp;</strong>You communicate with clarity, confidence, and professionalism across in-person, virtual, and written channels. You listen actively, respond thoughtfully, and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels while building strong relationships and influencing sound decisions.</p> <p><strong>Banking &amp; Fintech Acumen</strong>- You bring strong knowledge of financial products, regulations, and underwriting best practices, along with the ability to interpret complex financial reports and business structures.</p> <p><strong>Tech-Forward and Analytical Thinking&nbsp;</strong>- You adopt new tools quickly and leverage technology to improve efficiency and streamline underwriting.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Commitment to Being a Team Player&nbsp;</strong>- You lift others up, share ideas, and bring positive energy to everything you do. You know what it takes to operate as a part of a larger team and cherish opportunities to contribute to the big picture. You’re dependable, communicate clearly and always happy to lend a hand where needed.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>What to expect from your physical environment</strong></p> <ul> <li>Remote role within the United States; Eastern Standard Hours.</li> <li>Occasional U.S. travel for company events or leadership sessions.</li> <li>Sustained standing and sitting.</li> <li>Frequent communication (speaking and listening) and use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor.</li> <li>Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><h4><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);">Equal Opportunity Statement:</span></h4> <h6><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 8pt;">At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.</span></h6> <h6><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 8pt;">Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans</span></h6> <h6><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 8pt;">E-Verify Statement: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 8pt;">If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. </span><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 8pt;">Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9</span></h6> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>