FT Float Teller

Fortcommunity; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortcommunity is seeking a friendly Teller to join our Fort Atkinson area branch network, floating to Jefferson and Whitewater as needed. You will assist members with deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, and product inquiries while delivering financial education and excellent service.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of teller experience, strong math and communication skills, and a professional appearance. You will balance cash daily, follow regulations, and help staff with member requests.

Qualifications

• Two years of teller or equivalent customer-service experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly with members and staff.
• Basic math skills and reliable attendance.
• Comfort using smartphones/tablets and computers.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine teller transactions including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, transfers, and checks.
• Provide friendly service and educate members on FCCU products and services.
• Handle cash and negotiable instruments securely and balance daily.
• Respond to member questions and direct to appropriate staff as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliable attendance

Good judgment

Basic math

Tech-savvy (smartphones/tablets)

Organization

Professional image

Job description

Reports To: Teller Supervisor

Job Overview

Welcomes members into the branch and provides friendly, helpful service that promotes financial education while using expert knowledge in deposit, loan and convenient services products to accurately and efficiently process a variety of financial inquiries, service requests, and transactions. The teller will be floating between Fort Atkinson, Jefferson and Whitewater, as needed.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Provides friendly, helpful service that promotes financial discipline through:
  • Preparing for daily interactions with a professional image and an organized workstation.
  • Maintaining knowledge of FCCU products and processes.
  • Proactively greeting members with a smile, handshake, introductions, and full attention.
  • Understanding the member's objectives by asking appropriate questions and listening to the member's responses.
  • Recommending the best solution or guiding the member to the appropriate staff to accomplish the member's needs and strengthen their financial well-being.
  • Processing the transaction accurately and efficiently.
  • Following up with the member to ensure satisfaction and to provide encouragement.
• Perform routine member transactions, including but not limited to deposits, withdrawals, cash advances, loan payments, transfers, check cashing, Visa gift cards, cashier's checks, and money orders.

• Receive share deposits, Visa payments, principal only payments, mortgage payments, installment, and share secured loans, ensuring that payments equal the amount due and that all late charges, if applicable, are collected and entered into in-house computer system.

• Provide members with the forms necessary to transact business and proper receipts for payments.

• Examine checks for endorsements and negotiability.
• Respond to members' requests, problems and complaints, and/or direct them to the proper person for specific information and assistance.

• Provide routine information on Credit Union products or services, including eligibility for membership, types of Credit Union accounts, current dividend rates, locations, office hours, and telephone numbers. Provide members with account status, including current balances.

• Accurately complete Currency Transaction Report and Suspicious Activity Report.
• Fulfills member service requests including account maintenance, research, reconciliation, and correction.
• Secures the credit union's assets by handling cash and negotiable instruments in a consistent manner, properly identifying members, keeping member information confidential, balancing at the end of each business day, and completing necessary reports that summarize daily activities.
• Maintains up to date knowledge and adheres to all regulations, policies, procedures, and standards that pertain to this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including filling in for other departments as member demand necessitates.

Major Skills and Competencies

• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to help people.
• Must have the ability to identify member opportunities for financial improvement, communicate recommendations, and provide support.
• Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have reliable attendance.
• Must possess good judgment.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must possess strong understanding of consumer experience with smart phones and tablets.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and maintain accurate records.
• Projects a professional image.

Physical Job Requirements

Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a need to stoop or lift light objects (typically less than 8 pounds).

• Ability to communicate with a diverse membership and employee group.
• Ability to accomplish the described responsibilities through the use of computers and technology.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a changing, challenging, and fast paced work environment.
• Variable stress levels.
• Provide own transportation.
• Occasional business travel.
• Travelling to and working at different branches to help with staffing needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Two years of previous Teller or equivalent experience serving customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience recommending products and plans to improve a customer's financial position.
• Knowledge of banking and/or credit union regulations.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish