Teller

Paycom - ATS; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 50,372,000 - 55,302,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascentra Credit Union in Clinton, IA is seeking a Teller to balance cash, process member transactions, and promote services. The role includes handling night drops, ATMs, and checks, while delivering friendly member interactions.

Required is a High School diploma with 1–3 years related experience, strong communication, and the ability to work accurately under pressure. This day shift position emphasizes reliability and service excellence.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years similar or related experience.
• Ability to receive and disburse funds accurately.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Professional, pleasant, and outgoing personality.
• Cash handling experience.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to sell.
• Team player.
• Knowledge of credit union operations.
• Knowledge/ability to use various computer programs.
• Decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and balance cash and daily work accurately.
• Complete member transactions accurately in a timely manner while providing a positive member interaction.
• Apply critical thinking skills to recognize potential fraudulent activities, take proactive measures to prevent and mitigate risks.
• Process night drop and mail payments.
• Maintain and balance ATM, cash, and coin machines.
• Balance vault daily.
• Open and close the office procedures.
• Scan, process, and balance checks accurately.
• Provide members with information about Ascentra’s products and services.
• Attain satisfactory ratings of service referrals.
• Assist members with problems or questions and refer as needed.
• Communicate with supervisor, plan goals, and take accountability.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Fraud awareness

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Cash handling software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: North 2nd Branch - Clinton, IA, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.56 - $19.30Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Banking, JOB TITLE: TELLER

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

REVISED DATE: 10/29/2024

REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain and balance cash and daily work accurately.
2. Complete member transactions accurately in a timely manner while providing a positive member interaction.
3. Apply critical thinking skills to recognize potential fraudulent activities, take proactive measures to prevent and mitigate risks.
4. Process night drop and mail payments.
5. Maintain and balance ATM, cash, and coin machines.
6. Balance vault daily.
7. Perform all opening and closing procedures of the office.
8. Scan, process, and balance checks accurately.
9. Provide members with information about Ascentra’s products and services.
10. Attain satisfactory ratings of service referrals.
11. Assist members with problems or questions and know where to refer them.
12. Actively and thoughtfully communicating with their supervisor, planning their goals and development, taking accountability for their actions and striving for excellence.

GENERAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Promote products and services.
2. Attend all meetings as required.
3. Maintain clean and professional work area and appearance.
4. Maintain positive public relations and promote credit union within the community.
5. Complete educational programs as required.
6. Perform the following commitments of service to each and every member at all times:
   • a. Make a good first impression, be dressed professionally and greet people with a smile and a firm handshake.
   • b. Keep a smile in my voice as well as on my face.
   • c. Answer the telephone by the third ring.
   • d. Call people by name and thank them.
   • e. Give people my full and undivided attention; focus on the person face to face and on the telephone.
   • f. Take responsibility for solving the individual's problem instead of referring it to someone else.
   • g. Deliver on commitments of action(s) to be taken, so excuses won't be necessary.
   • h. Follow through on necessary action(s) to be sure the problem is solved.
   • i. Know that what's important is not only who or what created the problem but how the problem can be corrected.
   • j. Protect confidential information.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years similar or related experience.
• Ability to receive and disburse funds in an accurate manner.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Professional, pleasant, and outgoing personality.
• Cash handling experience.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to sell.
• Team player.
• Knowledge of credit union operations.
• Knowledge/ability to use various computer programs.
• Decision making skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

The following physical activities will be required on a day-to-day basis: climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, walking, pulling, fingering, feeling, hearing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, standing, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking, repetitive motions.

VISUAL/PERCEPTION ACTIVITY:

Administrative, Clerical, Data Entry operators, Inspection, (work at distances close to the eyes).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work.)

HUMAN RELATION SKILLS NEEDED:

The ability to communicate effectively with members, staff, and contacts outside of the credit union in a polite, courteous timely, accurate and efficient manner. Patience in dealing with a difficult member.

INTERNAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Please refer to the credit union intranet for the internal training requirements for this position.

ANNUAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Compliance and Regulatory (BSA, OFAC, etc.)
• Security Awareness Training
• Diversity, Ethics, Sexual Harassment, and Sensitivity