Personal Banker Float

First Farmers Bank & Trust

Indian Heights (IN)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 28,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Gym Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Personal Banker Float position at First Farmers Bank & Trust serves Kokomo, IN with branch coverage across Kokomo, Russiaville, and Greentown. The role requires opening accounts, processing transactions, and assisting with loan applications while traveling between branches; mileage is reimbursed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and prior banking or cash-handling experience; compensation ranges from $18–$20 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

High school diploma required.
Reliable transportation required.
Banking or cash-handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist customers with banking needs and cross-sell products and services.
Process deposits, withdrawals, checks, and other transactions; balance cash drawers.
Open new accounts and take/close loan applications; educate customers on features and benefits.
Maintain accuracy and comply with banking regulations and security practices.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Personal Banker Float

Kokomo, IN will be the home branch - will travel to our Kokomo, Russiaville, and Greentown branches in this region to provide support as needed - mileage will be compensated

$18-$20/hr - depending on experience

About First Farmers Bank & Trust

First Farmers Bank & Trust has been proudly serving families, farms, and businesses since 1885, building relationships rooted in trust and community. With over 140 years of experience, we’ve grown to become one of the largest community banks in Indiana and Illinois, offering a full range of financial services—from personal and business banking to agricultural lending and mortgage solutions.

Our mission is simple: deliver personalized financial services while fostering strong relationships that help our communities thrive. We believe in combining today’s digital banking convenience with the traditional values of integrity, perseverance, and customer care.

With 37 branches in Indiana and Illinois, we remain deeply committed to the communities we serve. Through initiatives like financial education programs, scholarships, volunteerism, and local partnerships, we invest in what matters most—people.

At First Farmers, we also invest in our employees. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values collaboration and community engagement. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a company built on heart and grit.

Position Summary:

The Personal Banker is cross trained in all aspects of retail banking in order to provide the best customer experience in every interaction. This position is responsible for understanding all aspects of a client’s banking needs. They are responsible for understanding branch operations as well as educating clients, retaining, and deepening customer relationships by offering value-added products and services as applicable. This position will process client transactions, open new accounts, and take/close loan applications.

Customer Service and Education:

Educate new existing customers about features and benefits of bank products and services
Proactively refer customers to appropriate personnel
Expand and retain bank customer relationships while growing new relationships from prospective customers
Open all consumer and commercial deposit accounts while looking for opportunities to cross-solve potential financial needs
Conduct financial consultations with customers and take applications for all consumer loans including home equity line of credit applications

Branch Operations:

Process customer transactions, such as cashing checks, handling deposits, withdrawals, and cashier’s checks, cash advances, property taxes, and wire transfers
Balance cash within teller drawer daily
Comply with BSA/AML/OFAC regulations and guidelines while identifying and reporting any type of suspicious activity or clients to management and/or the Security Department
Process/Order checks and all related products for customers
Assist in verifying currency shipments, drop-off and night drop deposits, balancing the cash machines, and branch vault
Engage in personal development activities such as online learning and internal/external training to assist in career growth
The position responsibilities outlined above are not meant to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a high school diploma
Must have reliable transportation

Preferred Qualification

Prior banking or customer service experience
Prior experience in cash handling

Skills

Strong cash handling abilities, knowledge of appropriate government regulations, comprehensive knowledge of bank products, and operations
Must have excellent communication and listening skills, a strong commitment to providing quality service, and attention to detail
Requires dedication to customer service, by responding in a professional manner to customer questions and problems
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality in daily operations and interactions with customers and work effectively in a team setting

Work Environment

Primarily office or branch-based environment with standard business hours. Occasional travel to other branch locations or community events may be required
Daily extended use of banking software, secure digital platforms, and standard office equipment
Repetitive hand and arm movements
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds as needed
Moderate business traveling

Benefits Overview:

At First Farmers Bank & Trust, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

Health & Wellness

Medical Insurance (eligible on date of hire) with options for High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Co-Pay Plan
Vision Coverage
Dental Coverage
Prescription Plan
Wellness Incentive – earn up to $25 per pay period toward premium reduction

Financial Security