Operations Associate

NBT Bank; Lakeville (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Plans

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

NBT Bank is seeking an Operations Associate in Lakeville, CT to perform moderately complex operations tasks, including data collection, verification, and input. The role supports monetary and non-monetary transactions, with responsibilities spanning account maintenance, reconciliations, reporting, and risk mitigation.

You will help guide staff on procedures and ensure compliance while delivering timely, accurate processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associates degree preferred.
• Professional and/or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process monetary and non-monetary tasks and transactions including account maintenance and reconciliations.
• Provide support to internal/external customers and cover other team duties as needed.
• Maintain compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and internal controls; focus on risk and fraud mitigation.
• Uphold service level standards under normal conditions.
• Assist with new employee training and onboarding.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Accounting basics

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Customer service experience preferred

Job description

Pay Range: $18.50 - $22.58

NBT Operations Associates are an integral part of providing excellent customer service. This role is responsible for performing moderately complex operations duties in support of operational department objectives. Requiring considerable knowledge of company policies and practices, the incumbent performs data collection, verification, maintenance, and input. Analyze information and make processing decisions based on established procedures and guidelines. This role supports both monetary and non-monetary transactions, which require reconciliation.

Activities directly impact customer accounts, bank reporting, and real time information. May prepare reports and furnish information to authorized persons within and external to the bank. Provides guidance to all levels of employees regarding policies and procedures as they pertain to operational tasks performed.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates Degree preferred
• Professional and / or customer service experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow procedures and interrogate data required
• Basic organizational skills required
• Good communication skills (written and oral) required
• Accounting and computer skills preferred.

Unique Job Requirements & Characteristics

• Ability to deliver high quality work in a friendly and fast paced environment
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills

Tasks Performed

• 50% Process a variety of monetary/non-monetary tasks and/or transactions as assigned, which may include but are not limited to- account maintenance and verification, reconciliations, complex account transactions, and resolution of exception items.
• 15% Provide support to internal and/or external customers, cross train on other team duties as assigned and provide coverage for other team duties as required.
• 15% Maintain proficient knowledge of, and demonstrate ongoing compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to this position. Adhere to policies, procedures, and internal controls. Ongoing focus on risk and fraud mitigation.
• 10% Uphold service level standards under normal conditions.
• 5% Assist with new employee training and onboarding
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
• Stationary 75% of time or greater
• Move Objects to Maximum 10 lbs

Why Work at NBT

At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success.

Wellbeing

At NBT, we value and support your wellbeing by offering generous time-off policies, wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Community Involvement

NBT believes community involvement fosters our success and the success of those around us. Through volunteer service and charitable partnerships, we empower our employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace.

Culture

NBT believes in creating a workplace where every voice matters and every team member feels empowered to contribute. With supportive leadership, we foster an environment where employees are connected, inspired, and valued.

Career Development

Whether you’re just starting your career or serve in a senior leadership role, your growth and development are our priority. NBT provides a wide variety of development programs and tools for you to reach your full potential.

Total Rewards

NBT recognizes and rewards your contributions with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives – ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.

Business Stability

NBT has built a reputation as a stable financial institution by growing our people and our business, evolving our processes and managing risk. We've weathered the market's ups and downs for over 165 years, all while charting a well-defined growth plan.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire.
• Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: For healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Employer-Paid Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage.
• Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Retirement Plans:Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan to help secure your future.
• Adoption Assistance: Supporting your growing family.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education and career growth.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources.
• Pet Insurance: For all your furry friends.
• Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.

Benefits for Part-Time Employees Working 20+ Hours/Week

• Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
• Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Generous Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.

Benefits for All Part-Time Employees

• Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan for employees who work at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year, all designed to help secure your future
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave: For your health and safety.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources.
• Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.

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