Branch Manager

Minnesota League of Credit Unions; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 56,100 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K matching up to 5%

Paid leave options

Job summary

The Minnesota League of Credit Unions is seeking a Branch Manager I for its Alexandria, MN branch. This role involves leading branch operations, ensuring exceptional member service, and developing staff to meet performance expectations.

Candidates should have progressive leadership experience and strong analytical skills. Affinity Plus offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost insurance options and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven, progressive leadership experience.
• Experience in consumer lending and understanding of Credit Union products.
• Strong analytical skills required with a high degree of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the branch and provide leadership support.
• Ensure employees engage and provide the best member experience.
• Conduct and complete monthly branch verification reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

B.S./B.A. degree in business, finance or related field

Job description

Overview

Salary: $56,100.00 - $71,500.00 Annually

Application Deadline: N/A

Branch Management

At Affinity Plus every employee understands how their work affects our members experience and we strive to provide an experience that can't be found anywhere else. Great service starts with great employees and that is why we focus on providing not only the best place our members will ever bank but the best place our employees will ever work. Between our one of a kind culture, incredible benefits, and work/life balance; we believe you will feel the Affinity Plus difference.

Responsibilities

Position Overview: The Branch Manager I is responsible for providing leadership support of and managing the day-to-day operations in a branch or channel. This role is instrumental in ensuring employees are engaged and providing the best experience for our members. Additionally, the Branch Manager is accountable for the daily branch operations including: scheduling to ensure staffing levels meet member need, addressing and coaching employees through more complex member issues, and conducting branch verification reports. This role is also accountable for building rapport with members and the community.

• Provide on-site and remote leadership of all aspects of daily operational activities of the branch
• Create and foster team connections and belonging by building positive and connective relationships
• Innovates and leads through change by seeking out and being open to new ways of approaching problems; tries new approaches
• Responsible to create and manage branch schedules and ensure staffing levels meet member need
• Makes decisions in alignment with our values and mission; in relation to employees, members, goals, revenues and expenses; comfortable working within the gray, not having all the information; in relation to employees, members, area goals, revenues and expenses
• Interview, hire, coach, train, and develop employees to successfully meet role expectations and expertise in partnership with their direct leader
• Assist employees or members in solving complex account issues and escalated situations
• Ensure branch compliance with all Credit Union policies and procedures, state and federal laws, and regulations
• Conduct and complete monthly branch verification reports
• Prepare and deliver written performance evaluations and performance actions
• Drive team performance and engagement by conducting frequent team meetings and individual employee dialogs; ensuring employees are informed of organizational news, changes in operational policy and procedures, and are focused on member service and organizational results
• Actively participate in community based/business development activities within communities to promote awareness of Affinity Plus
• Has the knowledge, skill and ability to perform in the capacity of any member facing position to support member need
• Takes accountability for oneself and holds self accountable in performance, development, etc.
• Provides support based on area to organizational initiatives involving promotions, projects, goals for area, leading Omni Channel experience in area, etc.
• Participate in local and statewide leadership development meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven, progressive leadership experience
• B.S./B.A. degree in business, finance or related field preferred or equivalent experience
• Experience in consumer lending, checking/savings accounts, IRAs, CDs, and other credit union products preferred
• Ability to provide on-site leadership to a team in a small sized market/team
• Knowledge and understanding of State and Federal laws pertaining to Credit Union Industry
• Ability to effectively coach, lead and motivate employees to achieve results
• Strong analytical skills required with a high degree of accuracy
• Aptitude to work independently as well as part of a team and ability to collaborate with others
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Time Management skills and the ability to prioritize workload based on department and member needs
• Flexibility to adapt and succeed in a dynamic environment
• Sitting 70-75% and Standing 25-30%
• Working at a computer 90% of the day
• Bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping or crouching when appropriate, on occasion
• Repetitive movements, including but not limited to typing, mousing, phones, etc.
• Lift, carry, push or pull up to approx. 50 pounds (supplies, etc.)
• Requires face-to-face interaction and/or coordination of work with other employees and departments, and in-person interaction

Required Work Schedule

Monday–Friday, with rotating Saturdays. Consistent and reliable attendance isa required essential function of this role to meet the needs of the department/team and organization.

Location

This position will be based at our Alexandria, MN branch.

Compensation

This position has a starting pay range of $56,100 — $71,500 annually.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, we are providing a good-faith estimate of the pay range for this position. This range reflects what we anticipate offering a successful candidate based on factors such as the role’s responsibilities, required qualifications, and relevant experience. The actual pay may vary depending on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and other qualifications.

Total Rewards

Affinity Plus offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package that goes beyond base pay. In partnership with the State of MN Employer Group, Affinity Plus provides low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options. Additionally, Affinity Plus frontloads all sick time hours and a portion of vacation hours for all new employees, offers a variety of paid leave options, a monthly wellness benefit, and immediate 401K matching up to 5%. Our Total Rewards philosophy is designed to support your well-being and growth while fostering a fair and inclusive workplace.

Disclaimer

Applicants may be subject to a background and credit check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Application

Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union accepts applications on a rolling basis.