Community 1st Credit Union is pleased to announce Russ McGee has accepted the position of mortgage originator for the Oskaloosa and Pella branches.

McGee brings with him an extensive background in management and mortgage lending and has over 10 years of experience in all facets of management. Most recently, he was the Assistant Branch Manager of Community 1st Credit Union in Ottumwa.

“We are fortunate to have someone of Russ’s background and expertise,” said Scott Huedepohl, vice president of lending of Community 1st Credit Union. “Russ is a great fit for us in his new role as we continue to grow in the Oskaloosa and Pella areas.”

McGee graduated with a business management degree from Buena Vista. McGee and his family currently live in Albia.

Community 1st Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative with over $265 million in assets owned by over 41,000 members. C1st employs more than 125 and is headquartered in Ottumwa, serving 11 communities with 13 branches across East Central and Southeast Iowa. For more information, call (866) 360-5370 or visit online at www.c1stcreditunion.com.