WEOKIE FCU is looking for a forward-thinking leader who doesn’t wait to be told what’s broken—but spots opportunities, takes initiative, and brings solutions to the table. If you’re passionate about delivering an exceptional credit union member experience and believe digital innovation is key to building deeper, more meaningful relationships, this role is for you. You’ll help shape a seamless, human-centered member journey while proactively identifying gaps, leveraging technology, and driving continuous improvements across our digital channels.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Digital Relationship Manager

The Digital Relationship Manager is responsible for the strategy, performance, development, enhancement, service delivery and support of the credit union’s digital member experience. This leader is responsible for strategically deepening member relationships, frictionless onboarding, and risk mitigation for digital account opening. This leader ensures digital services deliver a seamless, secure, and high-quality member experience while aligning with the organization’s mission, vision, and principles.

Strategy & Performance

• Develop and execute strategies to grow member relationships through digital channels and our digital account opening.
• Establish performance metrics, monitor outcomes, and adjust strategies to optimize engagement and adoption.
• Translate data insights into actionable improvements across digital services.
• Lead strategic planning, forecasting, and execution of departmental goals.

Digital Experience & Operations

• Oversee daily operations of the Digital Relationship Center to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.
• Ensure appropriate staffing, training, and performance management to meet service expectations.
• Continuously improve communication flows, processes, and service efficiency.
• Maintain strong operational controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and risk mitigation.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Hire, coach, and develop team members to achieve high performance and professional growth.
• Provide clear expectations, ongoing feedback, and accountability for results.
• Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and member-centric thinking.
• Serve as a mentor and escalation point for complex issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison across departments to identify opportunities for member relationship growth (loans, deposits, referrals).
• Partner with internal teams to improve products, services, and digital capabilities.
• Support enterprise initiatives related to digital services and member experience.

Issue Resolution & Support

• Lead resolution of escalated member and employee concerns with sound judgment and timeliness.
• Identify root causes of issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Serve as a knowledge resource and coach for Digital Relationship Representatives.

AI & Digital Innovation Responsibilities

• Lead the evaluation, testing, and implementation of AI-driven tools that enhance member experience, operational efficiency, and employee effectiveness.
• Design and oversee AI testing frameworks, including:
  • User acceptance testing (UAT)
  • Scenario-based validation
  • Member experience impact assessments
• Identify gaps, defects, and optimization opportunities within digital and AI platforms; document and submit detailed tickets with clear problem statements, reproduction steps, and business impact.
• Partner with IT, vendors, and product teams to prioritize and track resolution of defects and enhancements.
• Drive continuous improvement cycles by analyzing AI performance, accuracy, and adoption trends.
• Support the build-out and evolution of AI capabilities across channels (chat, SMS, online banking, internal tools), ensuring alignment with business goals and member expectations.
• Establish governance and guardrails to ensure AI solutions are compliant, ethical, and aligned with risk management standards.
• Train and support staff in effectively utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and member interactions.SE

• Digital services deliver a consistent, high-quality, and frictionless member experience.
• The Digital Relationship Center is recognized as a high-performing, forward-thinking function.
• Operational plans balance member value, employee experience, and organizational risk.
• Projects, testing, and enhancements are executed efficiently and on time.
• Service issues are minimal, addressed promptly, and resolved with sound judgment.
• The department consistently meets or exceeds performance, productivity, and quality standards.

1. Specialized or Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in digital/electronic services and customer experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in a call center, branch, or service-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Experience with digital platforms, emerging technologies, and process optimization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational systems.
• Drives results through accountability, data, and clear expectations.
• Leads through change with confidence and adaptability.
• Builds strong teams through coaching, feedback, and development.
• Communicates effectively across all levels of the organization.

1. Behavioral Competencies: Behavioral competencies are the skills and personal characteristics that an individual should possess in order to be successful in this position.

1. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

1. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential fun counts of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

WEOKIE does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of Protected Status, marital status, and political belief or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal and/or state law. Bona fide occupational qualifications will be applied impartially. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all our members, our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.