Universal Banker III (Senior Banker) at Availa Bank – Ames, Iowa

EEO Employer

Availa Bank believes our people make a difference, and we recognize that individual differences and experiences strengthen our teams. Each member of our team is empowered to inspire and enable our clients and the communities we serve to achieve financial success.

This is not a remote position.

UNIVERSAL BANKER III (SENIOR BANKER) POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting with a customer’s financial transactions in an efficient and friendly manner, providing the highest level of customer service. In addition, this position will assist with financial counseling, including opening and servicing of consumer accounts.

BENEFITS

Availa Bank offers a rich selection of benefits you can personalize to support you and your family’s needs. Benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Option for Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance (Company paid for employee)
• 401K and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care
• Eligibility for Tuition Assistance and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

UNIVERSAL BANKER III (SENIOR BANKER) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to understand their financial needs and objectives
2. Provide expert advice on a variety of banking products, including complex accounts, personal accounts, business accounts, and consumer loans
3. Identify opportunities to deepen customer relationships and proactively promote bank products and services to meet the customer’s financial goals
4. Identify business opportunities and drive customer acquisition through outbound business prospecting, networking, and referrals
5. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction
6. Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform business strategies
7. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies
8. Handle financial transactions efficiently and effectively with all customers (including, but not limited to, deposits, withdrawals, advances, loan payments and merchant transactions)
9. Maintain a balanced cash drawer
10. Assist with all branch operational tasks and duties as needed

UNIVERSAL BANKER III (SENIOR BANKER) ROLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• Accounting or banking experience encouraged

Other Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in typing with speed and accuracy; basic keyboarding skills are required.
• Strong math skills; add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to apply commonly understood knowledge to carry out instructions and instruct others, understand procedures, and write reports and correspondence
• Must be able to multi-task in a busy environment
• Understands computer and other equipment capabilities and limitations
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Maintain a complete understanding of regulatory and compliance policies and procedures
• Must be able to work flexible hours and shifts

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