Teller Operations Supervisor & Universal Banker

Columbia Bank Northeast; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Bonus programs

ESOP

Life Insurance

PTO

Paid sick time

Bank holidays

401k program

Job summary

Columbia Bank is seeking a Branch Supervisor to oversee teller operations, supervise Universal Banker training, and help ensure accurate daily consolidations and security in the teller area.

This role requires strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work with branch staff to meet goals. Training may occur at a Northfield Bank site that will rebrand to Columbia Bank in early 2027. Weekday schedule with some Saturdays; 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of teller, platform and supervisory experience.
• High school diploma, GED or higher.
• Strong knowledge of banking products.
• Sound judgment in decision making and problem solving.
• Precise figure aptitude and strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Strong PC skills and demonstrated knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel);
• Ability to ask questions to learn about customer’s financial needs and, when the customer sees the value, introducing them to other bank team members;
• Ability to work with manager to increase customer advocacy effectiveness through feedback and coaching;
• Ability to supervise/ lead Teller line and coach and mentor as needed;
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time;
• Ability to work weekends as needed or scheduled;
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises teller operations including direct responsibility of teller portion of Universal Banking training. Schedules hours and work assignments for all teller personnel. Participates in performance appraisals;
• Ensures daily consolidation of teller sheets including all categories listed on office consolidation. Researches and resolves any problems pertaining to teller area;
• Maintains the security of the teller area, negotiable items and the opening and closing of the vault and contents. Assists in the overall security of the branch;
• Approves transactions on selected deposit accounts, including verification of signatures and endorsements on all withdrawals exceeding teller limits;
• Processes return items and items sent and received for collection. Handles uncollected and overdrafts for branch if assigned and within approved limits. Researches item and account. Determines action to be taken;
• Performs all teller activities outlined for the Universal Banker position as required. Assists in new accounts area when necessary;
• Handles adjustments to accounts and certificates. Processes business account transactions and night drops when applicable;
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Teller operations

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Job description

Columbia Bank is seeking a Branch Supervisor to oversee teller operations, supervise Universal Banker training, and help ensure accurate daily consolidations and security in the teller area.

This role requires strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work with branch staff to meet goals. Training may occur at a Northfield Bank site that will rebrand to Columbia Bank in early 2027. Weekday schedule with some Saturdays; 40 hours weekly.