Teller

Freedomfcu; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off Accrual of 17 days in 1st year of employment

11 paid holidays with an extra floating holiday for your birthday

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage – Single and Family options available

Tuition Reimbursement options of up to $5,250 each year

Job summary

Freedomfcu in Edgewood, Maryland, is seeking a Teller to provide excellent member service by completing financial transactions and addressing member inquiries. The role requires strong communication and sales skills and offers starting pay at $19/hour with a $500 sign-on bonus.

This position includes various responsibilities encompassing member service, sales, and compliance tasks. The credit union offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 17 days paid time off in the first year and tuition reimbursement options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in customer service and cash handling.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet members and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Address member inquiries regarding account information, transactions, and credit union products and services.
• Perform teller duties such as cashing checks, accepting deposits, processing withdrawals, and handling payments.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Abilities

Technical Proficiency

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Position Overview

The Teller supports an environment of member loyalty by creating a positive experience and completing basic financial transactions for members. This role identifies and educates members on options for financial transactions by leveraging product knowledge and technology resources.

• Starting rate for this role is $19/hour (rate is commensurate with applicable experience).
• This position is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Member Service

• Greet members and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Address member inquiries regarding account information, transactions, and credit union products and services.
• Resolve member issues and complaints promptly and effectively or refer to appropriate personnel.

Sales

• Identify member needs by asking open ended questions around credit union products and services.
• Refer members to branch staff for further product presentation and enrollment.

Transactional Duties

• Perform teller duties such as cashing checks, accepting deposits, processing withdrawals, and handling payments.
• Balance cash drawers and reconcile discrepancies.
• Process wire transfers and other financial transactions accurately and efficiently.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Adhere to all credit union policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of member information.
• Identify and report suspicious activities in compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with other team members to ensure a cohesive and efficient branch operation.
• Participate in branch meetings and contribute ideas to improve branch performance and member satisfaction.

Administrative Tasks

• Maintain accurate records of member interactions and transactions.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by management.
• Keep abreast of changes in credit union products, services, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Customer Service Orientation
• Sales Skills
• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving Abilities
• Technical Proficiency
• Time Management
• Team Collaboration

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months experience in customer service and cash handling
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, as needed

Interpersonal Skills

A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required to be an effective subject matter expert in the position. In-depth dialogues, conversations, and explanations with members, direct and indirect reports, and outside vendors of a sensitive and/or highly confidential nature is a normal part of the day-to-day experience. Communications can involve motivating, influencing, educating, and/or advising others on matters of significance.

Company Information

Freedom Federal Credit Union is a community-chartered federal credit union offering consumer financial services to those who live, work, volunteer, worship, attend school, or have family in Harford, Baltimore, & Carroll Counties as well as Baltimore City. Additionally, Freedom offers a full line of banking services for all businesses, associations, and other organizations that are based in those same locations. To learn more, visit freedomfcu.org.

Freedom Federal Credit Union offers competitive compensation, and our benefit offerings include:

• Paid time off Accrual of 17 days in 1st year of employment
• 11 paid holidays with an extra floating holiday for your birthday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage – Single and Family options available
• Supplementary Health Benefit offerings including Critical illness insurance, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match options after 1 year, potential for additional discretionary contribution from the organization each year
• Tuition Reimbursement options of up to $5,250 each year

Freedom Federal Credit Union conducts credit, bond, and background checks. All new hires must present evidence of authorization to work in the US. Freedom Federal Credit Union participates in the E-Verify program. Freedom Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected Military/Veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

If you are a disabled applicant and cannot apply online, please contact Freedom directly at [e-mail] for assistance.