Consumer Banker II (Deerfield)

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Perform necessary functions necessary to open accounts, perform maintenance.
• Run a Teller drawer as deemed necessary by management.
• Support client engagement through active calling, client conversations, and follow up.
• Daily activities that align with The First Financial Bank Experience (FFB Experience).
• Partner with appropriate internal constituencies to bring appropriate level of expertise to the client.
• Ensure client follow up calls are conducted in the proper time frame.
• Maintain all operational and risk management standards.
• Other duties as assigned to assist clients transact business within the branch, drive-thru, by phone and email.
• Model the way for peers and coworkers aligned with First Financial's Mission and Values.
• Partner with the District Specialists to execute against retail strategies and objectives to attract, retain and grow core client relationships, fulfill client’s financial needs and provide a fIRST ClassClient Experience.
• Function as client’s personal trusted advisor by adding value and building deep client relationships by utilizing the First Client Conversation Model.
• Participate and lead in the First Financial Bank Experience by being active in site center huddles and meetings to support sales and service activities.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales, service and referral goals as set by management, by effectively collaborating as a team, the District and with lines of business in an effort to assist clients meet their dedicated financial needs.
• Provide digital assistance and service for clients establishing or in need of support in utilizing the bank’s online offering.
• Stay informed and up to date on all bank products, processes and procedures and especially those that are most complex.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed to Perform Essential Functions of the Job

• 3-4 years client service experience in a retail environment.
• 3-4 years sales and service experience with previous success in achieving sales and service goals in retail environment.
• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• May obtain notary authorization.
• Possesses a strong level of bank product knowledge and solid sales skills.

Preferred Knowledge And Skills

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred and/or an equivalent combination of education and work experience in sales preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lifts and carries up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently lifts and carries up to 10 lbs.
• Frequently sits, stands, walks and drives.

Compliance Statement

The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, as well as all other lending and deposit compliance requirements.

Development and Training

Client Conversation Workshop
Transaction Processing & Regulatory Understanding
Consumer Banking Certification: Business Management Tool
Consumer Deposit Certification: Regulatory, Risk, Legal & Fraud
Consumer Lending Certification: Loan Application and Communication
Consumer Lending Certification: Regulatory, Risk, Legal & Fraud
Consumer Deposit Certification: Estates, Trusts & Power of Attorneys
Consumer Lending Certification: Understanding Credit Reporting, DTI, T-Chart
Consumer Lending Certification: Understanding Underwriting & Processing
Consumer Lending Certification: Understanding Tax Returns, Financial Statements & Schedules

Benefits

We have relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates' holistic wellbeing. Please review our Benefits Guide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are an E-Verify Employer.