Loan Analyst

About this role

The USDA Farm Service Agency is hiring a Loan Analyst in Holbrook, Arizona, as part of the Arizona State FSA Office in Navajo County, with applications closing November 12, 2026. In this community-facing federal role you will help farmers, ranchers, and producers across the country access the loan support that keeps their operations running. The work blends careful financial review with direct service to the agricultural community. It is a meaningful choice for someone who wants federal service work with a visible local impact.

This listing sits in our Government Jobs section and was posted on November 05, 2026. The role is based on site in Holbrook, AZ, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. On this page you will find the responsibilities, the requirements the employer is screening for, the benefits on offer, and a step-by-step route to submit your application.

Job snapshot

What you will do day to day

The employer's listing highlights the following as the main responsibilities of the role:

• Review loan applications and supporting financial information for completeness and accuracy
• Support farmers, ranchers, and producers through the loan process
• Prepare loan documentation and case files following FSA procedures
• Coordinate with colleagues in the Arizona State FSA Office and county offices
• Answer applicant questions and explain requirements and next steps

What you will need

• Eligibility to work for the federal government and to apply via USAJOBS
• Ability to create a USAJOBS account, complete the application, and submit required documents
• Strong attention to detail for financial and loan documentation
• Clear communication skills for working with agricultural producers

This role suits a candidate who is comfortable with formal processes, documentation, and eligibility rules, and who values long-term stability and public service.

Pay and benefits

USDA Farm Service Agency has not published a fixed salary range in this listing, which is common for roles where pay is set by experience, grade, or location. Check the source listing for the current pay details, and compare the benefits below when judging the overall package.

Benefits listed by the employer

• Federal employment with the USDA Farm Service Agency
• Community-facing work supporting farmers and ranchers nationwide
• Office based in Holbrook, Arizona, in Navajo County
• Structured federal application and hiring process

How to apply

1. Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
2. Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
3. Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the source listing (USAJOBS via university career board), where the original posting is linked — always confirm the role, pay and deadline there before applying.
4. Complete every field of the application on the source listing and double-check your contact details before submitting.
5. Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.

Tips to strengthen your application

• Apply well before the closing date — government portals rarely grant extensions.
• Answer every questionnaire item and align your résumé wording with the announcement.
• Check citizenship, clearance, and education requirements before investing time.
• Federal résumés can be longer than private-sector ones; include hours, grades, and duties in detail.

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