Personal Banker

Columbia Bank; Sutherlin (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,

Vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Mental health resources

Identity theft protection

Legal support

Auto and home insurance

Pet insurance

Online discount marketplace

Paid vacation, sick days, volunteer/oc

Job summary

Columbia Bank is seeking a Personal Banker to deliver exceptional client experience and grow relationships with both new and existing clients at the Sutherlin, Oregon location. You will assess needs, offer suitable banking products, and coordinate with internal partners.

The role includes consumer lending opportunities, accurate cash handling, and providing timely responses to inquiries. You will open consumer and business accounts, support teller duties when needed, and contribute to the branch

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year Teller or other banking experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of consumer banking and business products and services offered.
• Ability to obtain a Nationwide Multistate Licensing and Registry (NMLS) preferred.
• Ability to accurately handle cash, balance accounts and drawers, and perform accurate calculations.
• Proficient in expanding the client relationship with emphasis on creating new relationships and expanding existing relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional client experience by adhering to Breakthrough Client Experience Standards.
• Acquire new and expand existing relationships with clients by identifying needs and offering appropriate products and services, and referring clients to internal partners when needed.
• Uncover and originate consumer lending opportunities.
• Provide excellent client service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Engage clients and prospects in client financial reviews to provide solutions and uncover additional financial needs.
• Open Consumer and Business accounts for existing and new clients.
• Assist on teller functions when needed and support branch goals to refer products to internal partners.
• Resolve client issues and requests with proactive follow-through.
• Build familiarity with business, consumer, and trust entities.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About the Role

The Personal Banker is responsible for delivering exceptional client experience by adhering to our Breakthrough Client Experience Standards. They will acquire new and expand existing relationships with clients by asking questions to identify needs, offering appropriate products and services, and referring the client to the appropriate business partners within the Bank when needed. Also responsible for uncovering and originating consumer lending opportunities. Provide excellent client service by providing immediate acknowledgement, identifying, and offering appropriate products and services, and responding to inquiries in a timely manner. Engage clients and prospects in client financial review(s) and business financial reviews to provide solutions and uncover additional financial needs. Make recommendations and follow through on commitments to clients. Maintains direct contact with external and internal clients and consistently provides proactive solutions and problem resolutions in alignment with the bank’s Breakthrough Client Service Standards. Opens Consumer and Business accounts for existing and new clients. Acts as a resource to the Client Service Specialists by contributing to the team environment and filling in on teller functions (including cash transactions) when needed. Supports the branch goal of identifying and referring a wide range of bank products and services to the appropriate internal business partners. Resolves client issues and requests, exhibiting strong follow-through. Building familiarity with business, consumer, and trust entities.

About You

High School Diploma or GED, required. 1 year of Teller or other banking experience preferred. Basic knowledge of consumer banking and business products and services offered. Ability and desire to actively develop consumer lending skills. Ability to accurately handle cash, balance accounts and drawers, and perform accurate calculations. Proficient in expanding the client relationship with emphasis on creating new relationships and expanding existing relationships utilizing a personal and business bio and rapport with customers. Ability to obtain a Nationwide Multistate Licensing and Registry (NMLS) preferred.

Competitive Incentive Plan

Earn rewards that match your efforts.

Professional Development

Grow your skills with our tailored premier banker programs.

Career Growth

Clear paths to achieve your professional goals.

The pay range for this role is $19.00 - $22.00. The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Primary Location

Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s). 100 West Central Sutherlin OR 97479

Our Benefits

• We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
• an employee assistance program
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• tuition assistance
• mental health resources
• identity theft protection
• legal support
• auto and home insurance
• pet insurance
• access to an online discount marketplace
• paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays

Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics.

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.

At Columbia Bank, we’re redefining what it means to bank and to build a career

As the West’s premier banking experience, we combine the strength and scale of a leading financial institution with the heart and mindset of a community bank. With more than 350 locations across eight states, we deliver relationship-based service backed by regional expertise and resources that help families and businesses thrive. Our culture is built on Do RIGHT, which means:

Relationships

We create authentic connections with customers, colleagues, and communities.

Impact

Every role here makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives and local economies.

Growth

We invest in your success with career development, mentorship, and learning opportunities.

Heart

We care deeply about doing what’s best for our customers and each other.

Trust

Integrity and transparency guide everything we do.

Why work for Columbia Bank?

A strong, stable financial foundation with over $67 billion in assets and a diverse portfolio that supports flexibility and opportunity.

A culture of belonging and purpose, where your ideas matter and your work has impact.

Competitive benefits and flexibility designed to help you thrive personally and professionally.

Community engagement that matters, from supporting local businesses to empowering youth through financial literacy initiatives.

Ready to Do RIGHT for your career, your community, and your future? Explore opportunities and join Columbia Bank today.