Relationship Banker I

Cathay Bank; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

Cathay Bank is hiring a teller/operations associate in California. You will handle deposits, withdrawals, and new account openings while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role supports branch promotions, cross-selling, and adherence to regulatory and security standards. Ideal candidates have cash handling or retail/ customer-service experience, strong communication, and teamwork, with bilingual English/Chinese skills preferred.

Qualifications

• College degree in business, accounting or finance preferred.
• 1 year or more cash handling or customer service experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle teller transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Open accounts and refer customers to other bank services.
• Provide quality customer service and solve problems.
• Follow bank regulations and security procedures.
• Assist in cross-selling bank products and services.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Sales skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

College degree in business, accounting or finance preferred

Related work experience

Tools

Banking software

Microsoft Office

10-key

Job description

People Drive Our Success

Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic? If yes, come join our team! At Cathay Bank – we strive to provide a caring culture that supports your aspirations and success. We believe people are our most valuable asset and we proudly foster growth and development empowering you to achieve your professional goals. We have thrived for 60 years and persevered through many economic cycles due to our team members’ drive and optimism. Together we can make a difference in the financial future of our communities.

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Learn more about us at cathaybank.com

GENERAL SUMMARY

Responsible for primarily handling teller transactions, providing operational support, cross-selling bank products/services, and resolving customer service issues. Process transactions with accuracy and efficiency while delivering an overall professional and exceptional customer experience. As needed, will open accounts and refer customers to other areas of the bank as appropriate. Follow regulations and bank security procedures to protect customers as well as minimize risk to the bank.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operations

• Perform deposits and withdrawal transactions.
• Reconcile and balance teller cash drawer.
• Process outgoing wires.
• Essential functions of Safe Deposit box (e.g. entry, opening, maintenance).
• Assist customers with problem resolution.
• Assist in ATM balancing.
• Detect and report fraudulent or suspicious activities by completing BSA reporting as required, Currency Transactions Reports or Monetary Instrument Reports.

New Accounts

• Perform all aspects of new account opening procedures for all bank products/services.
• Answer customer inquiries, make appropriate financial solutions and recommendations and assist with problem resolution.
• Perform customer service functions such as check orders, change of address, return mail processing, supersede signature cards, and other account maintenance changes.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information as well as Bank proprietary information.

Sales & Service

• Identify sales opportunities to cross-sell bank products and services to ensure customers’ financial goals are met.
• Provide quality personalized customer service, maintain frequent customer contact to expand relationships and ensure customer retention.
• Maintain open communication with Bank business partners and make referrals as appropriate (e.g. Financial Advisors, Mortgage Loan Originators, Commercial Lenders).
• Proactively support branch new business promotions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree in business, accounting or finance preferred or related work experience.
• 6-12 months of cash handling, customer service in a retail environment, or sales experience preferred. Banking experience is a plus.
• Desire to learn the banking industry, help others, and work in a professional environment.
• PC literate and typing proficient. Previous experience with data entry, 10-key, banking software, and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook a plus.
• Detail-oriented and organized with good note taking and follow-up skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills – can write clear messages, initiate conversations, and talk to customers about products and services.
• Good listening and interpersonal skills – can listen without interrupting, seeks clarification, responds professionally, and keeps emotions under control in difficult situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of team.
• Ability to give and receive feedback to improve skills and job knowledge.
• Can maintain good attendance and arrive consistently at scheduled start time.
• Bilingual English/Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) preferred.
• Able and willing to commute as required for business needs.

OTHER DETAILS

$19.00 – $23.00 / hour

Pay determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

This position may be eligible for incentive compensation.

Cathay Bank offers itsfull-timeemployees a competitive benefits package which is a significant part of their total compensation. It is our goal to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs which includes, coverage for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health saving account (HSA) with company contributions, voluntary coverages, and 401(k).

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Cathay Bank is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, gender, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions, childbirth and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information or characteristics, disability or medical condition, military status or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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