Customer Service Associate

Hanmi Bank; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanmi Bank in Garden Grove, CA is seeking a Customer Service Associate I to handle deposits, cash handling, and basic banking transactions at the Garden Grove Brookhurst Branch. You will ensure accuracy, promote bank products, follow regulations, and provide courteous service while documenting transactions and maintaining branch procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 3–6 months cash handling experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic math and cash handling experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures meticulously.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in transactions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Receives cash and checks for deposit and verifies amounts.
• Cashes checks and pays out money after verification.
• Enters transactions into the computer and issues receipts.
• Balances currency and checks in cash drawer at end of shift.
• Explains and promotes bank products and services to customers.
• Records transactions promptly and accurately in system.
• Promotes cross-sell of banking products as appropriate.
• Maintains compliance with policies and laws; supports branch goals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mainframe computer

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Typing

Job description

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Customer Service Associate

Full-Time Garden Grove Brookhurst Branch, Garden Grove, CA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2115

Salary Range: $34,320.00 To $43,600.00 Annually

SUMMARY

The Customer Service Associate I is responsible for receiving and paying out money, and keeps records of money and negotiable instruments involved in financial transactions by performing the following duties.

Ensures compliance with established Bank policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of, adherence to, monitoring and responsibility for compliance with state and federal regulations and laws as they pertain to this position including but not limited to the following: GLBA(Gramm-Leach-Briley Act) , Regulation Z (Truth in Lending Act), Regulation DD (Truth in Savings Act) Regulation B (Equal Credit Opportunity Act), Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd Frank Act), Elder Abuse Laws, Bank Secrecy Act in conjunction with the USA PATRIOT Act, Anti-Money Laundering and Customer Information Program, Right to Financial Privacy Act (state and federal) and Community Reinvestment Act.

REQUIRED DUTIES

1.Receives checks and cash for deposit, verifies amount, and examines checks for endorsements.

2.Cashes checks and pays out money after verification of signatures and customer balances.

3.Enters customers' transactions into computer to record transactions, and issues computer generated receipts.

4.Place holds on accounts for uncollected funds.

5.May be responsible for ordering daily supply of cash and counting incoming cash.

6.Balances currency, coin, and checks in cash drawer at end of shift.

7.Attempts to resolve issues and problems with customer's accounts.

8.Removes deposits from, and counts and balances cash in, automated teller machines and night depository.

9.Performs specialized tasks such as preparing cashier's checks, personal money orders, and order bank cards and checks for customers.

10.Accepts loan payments.

11.Explains and promotes bank products and services to customers.

12.Record all transactions promptly, accurately and in compliance with bank procedures.

13.Promotes and cross-sells other establishment products and services as appropriate to customer requirements.

14.Generates new business to assist in meeting establishment profitability goals

15.Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values; accepts responsibility for own actions.

16.Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes working environment free of harassment of any type; builds a diverse workforce and supports affirmative action.

17.Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports the company’s goals and values.

18.Performs the position safely, without endangering the health or safety to themselves or others and will be expected to report potentially unsafe conditions. The employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations and orders issued pursuant to the OSHA Act of 1970, which are applicable to one’s own actions and conduct.

19.Performs duties specific to the position and other functions as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent; and a minimum of three to six months cash handling experience, or equivalent combination of work experience/education which may include accounting, balancing or customer service
• Basic skills in computer terminal and personal computer operation, mainframe computer system, word processing, typing and spreadsheet software programs to meet the needs of the position.
• Basic math skills; ability to calculate interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages; balance accounts; add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; locate routine mathematical errors; compute rate, ratio and percent, including the drafting and interpretation of bar graphs.
• Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions and instruct others, train personnel, write reports, correspondence and procedures, and speak clearly to customers and employees.
• Thorough understanding of management procedures; ability to plan department or Company activities (setting objectives, developing strategies, budgeting, and developing policies and procedures); initiative to organize various functions necessary to accomplish department or Company activities; effectively staff (selecting, training and developing employees); directing employees towards the desired objectives (delegating, motivating, resolving problems); controlling the function (developing performance standards, measuring results, taking corrective action and rewarding employees as appropriate).
• Ability to deal with complex problems involving multiple facets and variables in non-standardized situations.
• Ability to work with no supervision while performing duties.

Pay $34,320 - $43,600 per year. The salary reflects the full, reasonably expected salary range for this position. Salary is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates may be eligible for bonus, stock, commissions, and incentives at the Company’s sole discretion. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which vary depending on the position ultimately offered. All employees are offered paid sick time off. Depending on the position offered, benefits packages may include vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance packages for employees and dependents; various other voluntary benefit offers, and optional retirement accounts.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military or Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The application window for this position is expected to close on December 17, 2026.