Eastern Sierra Branch Manager

Socket.dev; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer 401(k) retirement match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Oak Valley Community Bank is seeking an experienced Eastern Sierra Branch Manager to lead our Mammoth Lakes and Bishop locations. You will drive growth, oversee operations, and develop high-performing teams in a multi-branch network.

The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer experiences, ensuring compliance, and building strong community partnerships. A leadership background in retail banking with strategic vision is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent banking leadership experience.
• 3–5 years in finance/banking with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong retail banking ops, lending, compliance and sales management knowledge.
• Willing to travel between branch locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for Eastern Sierra branch operations (Mammoth Lakes and Bishop).
• Drive deposit growth, lending production, and customer relationship expansion.
• Lead, coach, and develop branch teams to achieve sales, service, and performance goals.
• Foster a culture of exceptional customer service, accountability, and collaboration.
• Build and strengthen business relationships throughout the communities served.
• Participate in community organizations and events to increase visibility and support business development.
• Ensure compliance with bank policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Oversee branch profitability, expense management, and achievement of goals.
• Support lending activities, including customer consultations and loan discussions.
• Promote a positive, engaging workplace where employees can grow and succeed.

Skills

Leadership

Customer relationships

Strategic planning

Sales management

Communication

Team development

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Title: Eastern Sierra Branch Manager

Location:

Eastern Sierra Region (Mammoth Lakes and Bishop)

Department:

Retail Banking Group

Status:

Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range:

$80, 000- $135, 000

Additional Compensation:

This position includes eligibility for quarterly incentives and employees may be considered for annual performance-based salary increases; eligibility and amount are determined by individual performance and business needs.

Total Compensation:

In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for quarterly incentive compensation, including performance-based salary increases. Oak Valley Community Bank also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with employer match, paid time off, and other voluntary benefits. Final compensation will be based on skills experience, and internal equity.

Make an Impact on Where Community Banking Matters

Oak Valley Community Bank is looking for an experienced and relationship-focused Eastern Sierra Manager to lead our Eastern Sierra branch network. This leadership role is responsible for driving business growth, developing high-performing teams, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple branch locations.

As a key leader within the Retail Banking Group, you will have the opportunity to build strong community partnerships, deepen client relationships, and help shape the future of banking in the Eastern Sierra region.

What You’ll Do

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for our Eastern Sierra branch operations [Mammoth Lakes and Bishop locations].
• Drive deposit growth, lending production, and customer relationship expansion.
• Lead, coach, and develop branch teams to achieve sales, service, and performance goals.
• Foster a culture of exceptional customer service, accountability, and collaboration.
• Build and strengthen business relationships throughout the communities we serve.
• Participate in community organizations and events to increase the bank's visibility and support business development efforts.
• Ensure compliance with bank policies, banking regulations, and operational procedures.
• Oversee branch profitability, expense management, and achievement of established goals.
• Support lending activities, including customer consultations, loan application discussions, and relationship management.
• Promote a positive, engaging workplace where employees can grow and succeed.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and equivalent banking leadership experience.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the finance/banking and insurance industry, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of retail banking operations, lending products, compliance requirements, and sales management.
• Currently working in banking
• Proven ability to develop employees, build customer relationships, and drive business growth.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards for service and operational excellence.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between branch locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in business administration or a related field.
• Experience business development solutions and financial technology.

Equal Pay & Opportunity Statement

• Oak Valley Community Bank complies with the California Equal Pay Act and SB 642 requirements. Compensation decisions are based on experience, skills, and business needs, without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, race, or any other protected characteristic. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.