Loan Officer Jobs in Missouri

Loan officer jobs in Missouri are concentrated in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where regional banks, credit unions, and mortgage companies keep steady demand for residential, commercial, and consumer lending specialists across all experience levels. Major employers with an established presence in the state include Commerce Bank, Central Bankers, and Regions Bank, all of which hire across multiple Missouri markets. Mortgage loan origination and home equity lending are among the most active specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

Find Loan Officer Jobs

Overview

Open roles39
Top employerThe Bank of Missouri
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring25
Work type80% On-site
Top industryBanking

Showing 5 of 39+ Loan Officer jobs

Lindell Bank
Loan Officer
We won't show you this job again
Lindell Bank
New 7h ago
Loan Officer
Lindell Bank
High Ridge, Missouri
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

Have you applied for this role?

H
Loan Officer / Member Service Representative
We won't show you this job again
H
Added 1d ago
Loan Officer / Member Service Representative
Highway Alliance Credit Union
Jefferson City, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

Have you applied for this role?

Veterans United Home Loans
Loan Officer - Columbia, MO
We won't show you this job again
Veterans United Home Loans
Added 3d ago
Loan Officer - Columbia, MO
Veterans United Home Loans
Columbia, Missouri
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

FCS Financial
Loan Officer - Agriculture Relationship Manager
We won't show you this job again
FCS Financial
Added 3d ago
Loan Officer - Agriculture Relationship Manager
FCS Financial
Macon, Missouri
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$58k - $151k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
201-500

Have you applied for this role?

Delmar Mortgage
Loan Officer Assistant
We won't show you this job again
Delmar Mortgage
Added 6d ago
Loan Officer Assistant
Delmar Mortgage
St. Louis, Missouri
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
51-200

Have you applied for this role?

See All 39 Loan Officer Jobs in Missouri

Find roles in Missouri that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Loan Officer Jobs

Loan Officer Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
8 jobs
Columbia
4 jobs
Branson
2 jobs
Springfield
2 jobs
Chesterfield
2 jobs
Jefferson City
2 jobs
Macon
1 job
Mexico
1 job
Neosho
1 job

Loan Officer Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

The Bank of Missouri
The Bank of Missouri3 open roles
First Mid
First Mid2 open roles
Kind Lending
Kind Lending2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in loan officer jobs across Missouri.

  • Active Missouri mortgage loan originator license issued through the NMLS required
  • Experience originating residential, commercial, or consumer loans in a regulated environment
  • Proven ability to analyze credit applications, financial statements, and borrower documentation
  • Strong knowledge of federal lending regulations including RESPA, TILA, and HMDA
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field preferred by most Missouri employers
  • Proficiency with loan origination software such as Encompass or Byte

Loan Officer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a loan officer in Missouri?

Mortgage loan officers in Missouri must obtain a Mortgage Loan Originator license through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System, administered in Missouri by the Division of Finance. Candidates complete pre-licensure education, pass the SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test, submit to a background check, and register with an approved employer. Commercial and consumer loan officers at banks are not always required to hold this license, but most Missouri employers expect a degree in finance or business and relevant lending experience.

How much do loan officers make in Missouri?

Loan officers in Missouri earn a median of about $73,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,910 for the lowest 10% to over $136,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire loan officers in Missouri?

Missouri loan officer roles are posted by The Bank of Missouri, First Mid, and Kind Lending and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Missouri's mix of regional banks, credit unions, and independent mortgage companies means openings appear across both large metro headquarters and community branches statewide.

Which Missouri cities have the most loan officer jobs?

St. Louis, Columbia, and Branson consistently post the most loan officer openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the largest share of demand as headquarters for major regional banks and mortgage lenders, while Springfield supports a strong community banking market tied to the Ozarks region's growing residential sector.

Are there remote loan officer jobs in Missouri?

Yes, and more than many financial roles, since a significant part of the work involves digital application review and client communication. About 20% of loan officer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the industry's broad adoption of digital mortgage platforms. Roles focused on processing, underwriting support, and phone-based origination are the most consistently offered in remote or hybrid formats.

How can I get hired as a loan officer in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a loan officer trainee or loan processor role at a Missouri community bank or credit union, where on-the-job training leads directly to origination responsibilities. Commerce Bank and regional credit unions across Kansas City and St. Louis regularly hire processors and junior lending associates who move into officer roles after completing NMLS pre-licensure education. Candidates who pass the SAFE exam before applying stand out immediately, and experience in customer service or banking operations is a recognized stepping stone.

Where can I find and apply to loan officer jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to loan officer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across residential, commercial, and consumer lending. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.

See All 39 Loan Officer Jobs in Missouri

Find roles in Missouri that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Loan Officer Jobs