Branch Manager B - Fairfield, NJ

Branch office with deposits between $50 million and $90 million.

About the role

Promotes the expansion of existing business relationships and develops new business. Extends credit to businesses and individuals within lending authority. Oversees the daily operations of the branch, including supervision of staff, maintaining prescribed security procedures, and resolving routine and complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Directs branch activities to promote the growth of the Bank through management’s goals.
• Calls on existing clients to maintain customer base and prospective new clients in person and over the phone.
• Follows up on leads and conducts cold calls; maintains log of all sales calls, visits, and their outcomes.
• Represents the Bank at various civic and community functions to enhance the Bank’s image and develop additional business.
• Maintains current awareness of all Bank products and services to promote and cross-sell to new and existing customers.
• Extends credit to businesses and individuals within lending authority; works with existing and potential clients to solicit lending business.
• Processes and underwrites home equity and installment loans; refers customers to other lending personnel or meets with customers after conferring with lending area.
• Works with customers and lending department to process loans.
• Oversees daily branch operations, including implementation of new policies and procedures.
• Maintains security controls to protect against fraudulent activities and minimize risk and exposure.
• Ensures adherence to all federal and state regulations; keeps staff updated on regulatory changes.
• Exercises managerial authority, including scheduling, performance appraisals, salary recommendations, training, or discipline.
• Assists customers with all types of transactions, including complex ones, and resolves branch problems.
• Approves overdrafts and uncollected items within approved limits.
• Maintains awareness of economic characteristics within the market area to ensure quality service.
• Informs senior management of significant changes and stays updated on financial industry trends.
• Participates in branch administration meetings and conducts meetings with branch personnel.
• Ensures all branch operation reports are prepared accurately and within established time schedules.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Completed the Management Development Core – In-House Curriculum.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Branch Manager C or 5 years as an Assistant Branch Manager.
• Proven ability to effectively develop business within your market area and meet individual and branch goals.
• Active participation in community activities and service organizations.
• Effective management skills, including motivating and coaching employees, substantiating salary and promotion recommendations, and disciplining as needed.
• Thorough knowledge of Retail Banking operations, including responsibility for all branch reports and the security of the Bank’s assets.
• Ability to participate in branch manager meetings, seminars, and other educational activities.
• Ability to deal effectively with customers and all levels of Bank personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, follow-up, and time management skills.

Benefits

• Contributory Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage.
• Bonus programs.
• Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP).
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (LTD&AD&D).
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including Personal and Vacation Time.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Bank Holidays.
• 401k program participation.

Schedule

Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM until closing, working 40 hours per week. Must be able to work alternating Saturdays: 8:30 AM until closing based on business needs.