Branch Specialist

Role Overview

This role involves providing exceptional member service in a high-volume, schedule-driven environment with a strong focus on teller-line operations. The position requires ensuring the accurate and efficient handling of financial transactions and providing information regarding financial products and services. The objective is to ensure an optimal member experience and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to in-person member inquiries and requests promptly within a structured operation.
• Perform teller-line transactions and related functions for savings, checking, consumer loans, credit cards, and fraud resolution.
• Protect and verify the identity of members and review account information for alerts and irregularities.
• Act and respond to situations or patterns of activity that indicate potential fraud or abuse.
• Demonstrate proficiency in multiple systems, active listening, and engagement techniques to ensure accuracy and member satisfaction.
• Identify and recommend additional products and services to meet member needs.
• Maintain compliance with all policies and procedures while supporting a positive member interaction experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with cash-handling in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance and adherence to schedule.
• Proficiency with computers, banking software, and the ability to navigate multiple screens.
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Effective verbal, written communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to resolve customer issues professionally and tactfully.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Composure under pressure and adaptability to changing environments.
• Basic mathematical skills for accurate calculations.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with members.
• Receptiveness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, preferably in banking or a financial institution.

Schedule

This position requires availability to work Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. On Saturdays, employees are required to work an 8-hour shift, with specific hours varying based on branch needs. These guidelines ensure adequate coverage and flexibility to meet customer and operational demands.

Benefits

• Supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program).
• 401K program allowing you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program.
• Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for Consultants to address questions around benefits and other resources.
• Certified Career Coach.