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Honor Credit Union · 1 month ago

Community Development Officer

St Joseph, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Honor Credit Union has been putting members first since 1934, focusing on extraordinary member service and community engagement. The Community Development Officer will be responsible for fostering relationships within the Shoreline Region to promote financial solutions and enhance community presence.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceLending

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and cultivation of prospective and current relationships by promoting products and services that align with needs

Develops a strong understanding of the served communities/region to maximize impact by realizing and accommodating to the members financial needs

Deepens relationships by identifying, educating, and connecting prospective and current relationships with internal subject matter experts

Responsible for maintaining strong relationships and processes with internal teams to ensure fluidity, providing an efficient experience to the relationship

Demonstrates a high level of initiative to identify opportunities to build business through community outreach and education, media and public relations, events, and community partnerships

Works with internal stakeholders to evaluates successes and misses, and course corrects as needed to ensure goal achievement and increased community presence

This role does not always follow the typical workday. Timely after-hours communication, presentations, community events, text, emails, and calls with members is critical for success in this position and expected

Qualification

Banking products knowledgeSales skillsRelationship developmentCommunity outreachOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationCollaboration skills

Required

College degree or completion of a specialized course of study from a business or trade school; or an equivalent combination of training and work experience

Three to five years of similar or related experience, including time spent in preparatory positions

Robust knowledge of banking products and services

Background in development and cultivation of relationships with local organizations, businesses, community leaders, and local officials

Ability to connect, communicate, collaborate, and close opportunities by acting as the single point of contact for members and communities

Must have a demonstrated ability to keep finances in order

Excellent Sales and organizational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills