Assistant Branch Manager - East 161st Street

Apple Bank; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Bank Bronx, NY seeks an experienced operations leader to support branch management and oversee staff performance. You will ensure adherence to policies, coach staff on sales, and drive customer service excellence while monitoring risk and compliance.

Responsibilities include supervising branch operations, audits, training, and reports; helping hire, schedule, and evaluate staff; and promoting bank products to meet sales goals. A notary license in NY is required; travel may be occasional.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 3-5 years of assistant branch management or banking experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience considered in lieu of formal education.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities; knowledge of banking regulations and products.

Responsibilities

• Support Branch Manager and oversee branch operations in line with policies and controls.
• Coach staff on sales techniques and product knowledge to drive deposits and loans.
• Supervise staff on service standards, conduct appraisals, and counsel employees.
• Identify operational risks and ensure compliance procedures are followed.
• Oversee audits, reporting, records management, and opening/closing procedures.
• Cross-train on branch functions to cover peak periods and teller coverage.
• Meet sales goals by executing programs and referring non-deposit products as needed.
• Assist in staffing decisions and prepare regular branch performance reports.
• Notarize legal documents for bank customers; understand BSA, privacy, and fair lending rules.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Sales skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

3-5 years banking ops experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Banking software

Job description

Bronx, NY (East 161st Street) Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Branch Manager by overseeing the efficient operation of the branch, ensuring operational functions are being properly performed by staff in accordance with established policies, procedures, and controls of Bank. Handle all operational issues and branch-related matters in effective manner, making sound business decisions. Provide ongoing coaching to staff regarding sales techniques and product knowledge, motivating them to embrace sales culture and consistently offer suitable Bank products and services; stay abreast of new products, services, and promotions. Supervise staff on service expectations, policies, procedures, products, systems, and banking transactions; conduct performance appraisals and counsel employees accordingly. Identify and mitigate operational risk to ensure ongoing adherence with compliance procedures; implement action plans to improve operational controls and mitigate controllable losses while optimizing the customer experience. Oversee compliance functions including reconcilements, audits, reporting, controls, records management, approvals, and opening/closing procedures, ensuring all security procedures are strictly followed. Cross-train on all branch positions to perform all operational duties as needed, during peak periods or to maintain teller function coverage. Ensure the branch receives an audit grade of "Satisfactory" or better. Act as a primary troubleshooter for problems and complex client service needs incurred at teller line, monitor quality and efficiency of customer service delivery at branch. Serve as the liaison between the branch and various departments to ensure that full transparency exists regarding internal policies and procedures. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all Bank products, services, procedures, policies, and appropriate regulatory issues related to daily job functions including Bank Secrecy Act; Privacy; Fair Lending; Regulation E; deposit transactions, personal loan accounts, mortgage and equity loan originations, cash management, and electronic services. Meet assigned sales goals by following the Bank’s business development model and utilizing the resources provided. Assist Branch Manager with implementation of sales programs, utilizing sales coaching techniques to ensure established branch goals are attained. Execute on sales opportunities with new and existing customers to increase deposit growth; make referrals for non-deposit products and promote new business as well as cross sells additional products/services. Assist in staffing decisions as appropriate, including hiring, scheduling, disciplinary actions, and evaluating performance. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports (i.e., potential losses, cash items, sales, etc.); reconcile branch general ledger accounts. Conduct staff meetings to discuss bank/branch objectives; establish priorities to ensure compliance with established policy and procedures. Make sound decisions regarding the approval of customer and or bank transactions within authority limits, weighing customer satisfaction issues versus Bank exposure to loss or fraud. Notarize legal documents for bank customers. Perform other duties as requested.

SKILLS, EDUCATION, & EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree and 3-5 years of assistant branch management or comparable banking experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Minimum 3 years of operations experience, preferably in banking. Excellent customer service/sales skills. Excellent working knowledge of branch operations and banking regulations Effective problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to maintain composure when interacting with customers and staff. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills (verbal + written). Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and must have experience using banking software experience. Demonstrated comfort level with technology, mobile services and online banking services is a plus. Proven ability to stay current and comply with industry regulations. Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends. Qualify to be licensed as a Notary Public for New York State. Mandatory training may require occasional travel. Visa sponsorship not available.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.

Apple Bank's employment policy is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. The Bank prides itself in having a diverse and inclusive workforce. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political affiliation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristic, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.

Apple Bank will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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The Pay Transparency Notice: https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2024/04/p688-pay-transparency-law-for-employee.pdf