Branch Manager Scotia, NY

About the role

Reports to: Regional Vice President
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervisory Role: Yes

Why Join Us?

We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where our employees can grow their careers. We value each team member's contribution and offer a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A health savings account with an annual employer contribution
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with generous employer match
• Paid time off plus 11 paid federal holidays
• Training and professional development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Reduced fees and rates on certain loan products

About The Branch Manager I Role

We're looking for a dynamic and results-driven Branch Manager to lead the daily operations of a full-service branch. In this role, you'll oversee all aspects of branch performance—from sales and customer service to lending, operations, and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all branch operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
• Develop new deposit, loan, and business opportunities while achieving branch sales and retention goals.
• Build and promote the branch’s identity, fostering a sales-driven and customer-focused culture.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate team members including Assistant Branch Managers, Head Teller, and Tellers.
• Conduct staff training, regular team meetings, and performance reviews.
• Effectively execute the selling of new products, services, promotions, and incentive programs to drive growth.
• Originate residential, home equity, and installment loans.
• Ensure compliance with all bank policies, procedures, and security protocols.
• Handle complex customer requests and resolve escalated issues in person or by phone.
• Approve significant transactions such as large check cashing, bank checks, and general ledger tickets.
• Maintain branch appearance and uphold operational performance standards.
• Report regularly to senior management on branch performance, opportunities, and challenges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service and cash-handling experience.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills in person, by phone, and via email.
• Fluent in English; bilingual a plus.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development.
• Ability to lift 10–20 lbs., stand for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous banking or financial services experience.

Schedule

Full-time
Position With Hours Aligned To Branch Operations
Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM (rotating schedule)
Sun: Closed
Employees may need to remain 15–30 minutes after closing.

Occasional Travel

For training, meetings, or branch support.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Trustco Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: Hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion or promotion Recruitment, advertising or solicitation for employment Treatment during employment Rates of pay or other forms of compensation Selection for training, including apprenticeship Layoff or termination It is the policy of Trustco Bank to cooperate to the fullest extent with the applicable regulations of the Civil Rights Act and any legislation on Equal Employment Opportunity.