Teller

Ascentra Credit Union; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascentra Credit Union in Bettendorf, IA seeks a Teller to greet members, complete transactions, and refer credit union products. You will handle currency, coin, and negotiable items with accuracy, projecting a professional image daily.

The role emphasizes excellent member service, accuracy, and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong cash handling and math skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Professional, pleasant and outgoing personality.
• Team player with a service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and balance cash and daily work accurately.
• Complete member transactions accurately with positive interaction.
• Apply critical thinking to recognize potential fraudulent activities and mitigate risks.
• Process night drop and mail payments.
• Maintain and balance ATM, cash, and coin machines.
• Balance vault daily.
• Perform opening and closing procedures of the office.
• Scan, process, and balance checks.
• Provide members with information about Ascentra’s products and services.
• Attain satisfactory ratings of service referrals.
• Assist members with problems or questions and know where to refer them.
• Communicate with supervisor and plan development, taking accountability.

Skills

Cash handling

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Knowledge of computer programs

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Home Office - Bettendorf, IA 52722, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.56 - $19.30 Hourly, 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.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This position exists to provide exceptional member service by greeting members, completing transactions, solving problems, and making referrals of credit union products and services in an efficient, courteous, and timely manner. This position is responsible for handling currency, coin, and negotiable items, and projecting a professional image to the members.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Maintain and balance cash and daily work accurately.
2. 2. Complete member transactions accurately in a timely manner while providing a positive member interaction.
3. 3. Apply critical thinking skills to recognize potential fraudulent activities, take proactive measures to prevent and mitigate risks.
4. 4. Process night drop and mail payments.
5. 5. Maintain and balance ATM, cash, and coin machines.
6. 6. Balance vault daily.
7. 7. Perform all opening and closing procedures of the office.
8. 8. Scan, process, and balance checks accurately.
9. 9. Provide members with information about Ascentra’s products and services.
10. 10. Attain satisfactory ratings of service referrals.
11. 11. Assist members with problems or questions and know where to refer them.
12. 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. 13. Promote products and services.
2. 14. Attend all meetings as required.
3. 15. Maintain clean and professional work area and appearance.
4. 16. Maintain positive public relations and promote credit union within the community.
5. 17. Complete educational programs as required.
6. 18. 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. 19. 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions if they are otherwise qualified.

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