Retail Branch Manager

Company Description D.L. Evans Bank is a community bank and has been since 1904. For many years, we have provided premier banking services to the residents of Southern Idaho and Northern Utah while fostering a working environment for our employees dedicated to teamwork and excellent customer service. If you are a dynamic and customer-driven individual, whether an experienced banker or just beginning your career, we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! D.L. Evans Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/individuals with disabilities. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EOE/AA/Vets/IWD. Benefits Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceFSA401(k)Employee Stock Ownership PlanPaid VacationSick TimeLife InsuranceLong-term Disability Insurance Job Description The Retail Branch Manager is responsible for recognizing and anticipating the needs of the branch to meet budget goals and ensures that established policies and procedures are followed. He or she actively coaches, leads and motivates employees, directing them to effectively identify the financial needs of customers. The Retail Branch Manager is responsible for business development, establishing new and existing clients for D.L. Evans Bank. Builds and deploys a marketing plan designed to attract and acquire new customers. He or she promotes the Bank’s products and services to potential and current customers. The Retail Branch Manager actively partners with internal product partners to expand and deepen customer relationships. Collaborates with branch personnel in order to provide the best possible solutions for customer needs. Develops a strong understanding of client objectives and assesses their business strategies and needs in relation to their objectives. The Retail Branch Manager is responsible for the consistent execution of branch goals. Engaging in frequent local travel in respective market area. He or she represents D.L. Evans Bank at community events, industry seminars and trade conventions as required. The Retail Branch Manager serves internal and external customers and prospective customers promptly and professionally. He or she assists Commercial Lending personnel as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree in Business, Finance, or a related field preferredAt least six years of experience in banking as a retail operations supervisor or manager requiredUnderstanding of bank policies and procedures, regulations, and documents relating to retail operations as well as consumer lending documentation, collection programs, and determination of credit worthiness are requiredActive license number with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry or the ability to obtain suchProven track record of community/civic/trade organization involvement and business developmentStrong interviewing skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical skillsAble to use financial calculators and related computer applications and business machines Responsibilities Effectively supervises branch staff, ensuring optimal performanceCommunicates and reiterates D.L. Evans Bank vision and values with branch team membersResponsible ensure proper staffing levels in the branch. Duties include recruiting/identifying talent, interviewing and selecting the branch teamCreates an engaging environment for customers and employeesProvides leadership through effective objective setting, coaching, mentoring and communicationDirectly supervises branch retail sales and operations personnel. Ensures that high quality work and efficiency in operations are maintainedConducts regular meetings with personnel to inform and train. Discusses areas needing improvement and changes in procedureEnsures that personnel are well-trained in all phases of their respective jobs. Assures that assigned monthly product knowledge and security training is conductedDetermines work methods and flow through assigning, directing, coordinating, and reviewing tasks. Ensures that personnel are effective and optimally used. Determines appropriate staffing levels for proper utilization of human resourcesTracks individual progress and conducts performance appraisals on each employee at least annually. Formulates and implements corrective actions as needed. Recommends promotions for employees as appropriateApproves all sick leave, vacation, overtime, and time cards for each branch employee. Keeps accurate payroll and attendance recordAssumes responsibility for the planning, development, and implementation of effective marketing and sales strategies throughout assigned market area designed to promote branch growth and improved profitabilityEngages in individual and joint business calls and development activities. Responsible for the solicitation and establishment of new customers for the Bank. Works with branch staff as well as loan officers, personal bankers, and branch managers in assigned market area to expand customer baseMeets with customers and prospects to discuss appropriate bank services and determine both existing customer and prospect banking needsProvides tailored proposals based on customer needs and current financial structure using in-depth knowledge of bank productsEnters customer call data for both prospective and existing customers into computer, using the CRM software in order to track progressBuilds and deploys marketing plans to drive fee income and deposit revenue for the branch and the bank. Develops a formal marketing plan on an annual basis. Researches and develops potential customer lists. Tracks and reports progress of marketing activities at least quarterlyResponsible for meeting assigned goals including, but not limited to, sales volume and/or profitability goals and standards for activity, number of marketing calls, number of new client relationships established, etc. Ensures that branch goals for cross-sells, referrals etc. are met or exceeded. Serves as a mentor and provides sales coaching to employees as neededEnsures that other team members are informed of customer needs and of the solutions available to meet those needsDevelops internal and external referral sources through participation in bank events, community activities, and participation in seminars and professional groups (CPA’s, attorneys)Actively participates in at least one civic organization and participates in at least two extra curricular events/activities per quarter, at a minimumServes as a mentor and provides sales coaching to employees as neededAssumes responsibility for the effective and professional completion of consumer and small business loan functionsSeeks new loan opportunities, interviews, takes applications, and processes documentation for consumer loan requestsDiscusses loan alternatives, credit criteria, interest rates, and loan documentation in such a manner as to elicit positive responses from customersEnters information into the internal consumer and small business lending approval system. Calculates terms and finance charges, computes debt ratios and verifies employment and income. Assures sufficient collateral valuesCommunicates loan decisions to customersCompletes consumer and small business lending functions in accordance with established bank policies and legal requirementsAssumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective, professional business relations with customersEnsures that customers' requests and questions are promptly resolved. Handles customer complaintsEnsures that customers are informed of bank services and policies. Consults customers regarding their financial needs and services requestedEnsures that the Bank's quality reputation is maintained and projectedAssumes responsibility for the effective administration of branch functionsManagers and oversees branch expenses and pursues cost-saving measuresResponsible for the total branch performance/profitability including, but not limited to, budgeting and income generation. Continually seeks ways to improve branch operations and productivity and meet established goalsInstitutes prudent safety measures. Ensures that proper maintenance and general housekeeping of the building, grounds, work areas, desks, and equipment is carried out, including snow and ice removal. Ensures that the building is opened and closed in accordance with set hours and tests security equipment quarterlyEnsure satisfactory (or better) branch auditsKeeps management informed of branch activities, progress toward established objectives, and of any significant problems. Requests assistance when necessary. Reviews daily, monthly, quarterly and annual branch reports as needed or requiredImplements changes to established policies and procedures within the branchMaintains the professional reputation of D.L. Evans BankPromotes D.L. Evans Bank at all timesServes as a representative for D.L. Evans Bank in the communityKeeps work area clean, secure, and well-maintainedCompletes special projects as assignedAttends meetings as requiredThis position has security responsibilities