First Financial Federal Credit Union of Maryland · 1 day ago
Assistant Branch Manager
First Financial Federal Credit Union of Maryland is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to assist in all aspects of branch management. The role focuses on staff and business development, service delivery, and member engagement while acting as a role model for staff and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
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Responsibilities
Adheres to regulations and organizational policies, maintaining awareness and knowledge required to perform the duties of the position including all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act, Fair Lending, and Information Security
Maintains strict confidentiality regarding security, policies, procedures, employee, and member information
Models exceptional member service delivery to provide memorable experiences, resulting in improved engagement and positive feedback (NPS)
Utilizes effective communication skills and follow-through in assisting staff and members
Maintains thorough knowledge of services and products, displays strong cross selling skills
Displays excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and technical proficiency
Serves as role model through a positive and professional demeanor by exhibiting dependability, accountability, impartiality and support of common Credit Union goals, policies, and decisions
Management team member to resolve after-hour ATM problems for branch network
Assists Branch Manager in ensuring the branch operations and service delivery support our Core 4 values, including but not limited to:
Focusing on service delivery and time management in handling member requests
Interceding in employee/member interactions as necessary, offering additional assistance, answering questions, and making exceptions
Acknowledging and responding to members from Member Satisfaction Surveys in a timely manner
Providing Medallion Signature Guarantees and notary services
Reviewing completed work for accuracy and quality control; documents and oversees corrections
Relays errors to staff and coaches on best practices to minimize mistakes, striving for accuracy
Overseeing consistent and appropriate documentation of member interactions through use of CRM
Assisting with management of credit union procedures and content review (Foogle, Website)
Providing overrides up to level 8 and approving wire transfers, new accounts, and voiding transactions
Vault and ATM management
Safeguarding branch office (including staff) by adhering to opening and closing procedures
Responsible for branch keys and security information, to include alarm codes and safe combinations
Fraud prevention and detection on behalf of First Financial
Coaches, motivates, and supervises staff; ensures adequate opportunities are given to cultivate/enhance skills for staff; addresses issues as they arise
Demonstrates ability to work well with varied personalities, adjusting leadership style to individual
Assumes responsibility for the continued development of branch personnel beyond formal training; recommends additional training as needed
Aids and inspires branch staff to identify opportunities for cross selling products and services
Acknowledges employee successes; provides feedback, assists with staff assessments/disciplinary actions
Provides ongoing training support for branch staff
Conveys employee’s readiness for additional responsibility and/or promotion to next level of FSR
Documents branch employee absences and communicates information to adjust staffing as needed
Contributes a relentless effort in assisting internal departments to strengthen and grow the CU
Demonstrates involvement within the community through participation in volunteer opportunities
Actively supports Marketing events and initiatives
Assists in management of support for the Member Services Call Center
Takes an active role in supporting credit union initiatives as a project team member
Navigates the many nuances of managing the main branch which includes:
Increased member traffic with more unique activity requiring enhanced focus on service delivery
Managing, coaching, and supervision of 6+ employees
Complexities of training branch environment
Employee related responsibilities
Assumes an advanced role in employee development
Heightened participation in employee discussions and performance reviews
Increased role in development, observation, and assessment of new hires
Provides ongoing support and training of new hires (post training program)
Ongoing assessment and review of Training Program
Documents and critiques trainers’ techniques, effectiveness, thoroughness, and adeptness in serving as a role model for staff
Demonstrates initiative in monitoring changes and new processes, works with trainers to create and incorporate into procedures
Assists in employee timecard management
May serve as Management Leader for weekend ATM response
In-Branch issuance of debit cards
Adheres to controls related to plastic management and auditing for debit cards
Performs other related duties of similar scope and complexity
Adheres to regulations and organizational policies, maintaining awareness and knowledge required to perform the duties of the position
Accountable for reading, understanding, and acting on the contents of all Company-assigned and/or job-related Compliance Programs, regulations, and policies and procedures, as well as ensuring Compliance Training assignments are completed by established due dates
Completes certifications to perform Medallion Signature Guarantees and Notary Services
Qualification
Required
Patient, good role model, professional
Organized, objective, service-oriented
Strong communication skills
1 or more years of managerial experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Preferred
Some college leading to a degree
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above
Company
First Financial Federal Credit Union of Maryland
Founded in 1953, First Financial of Maryland Federal Credit Union proudly serves the employees, students, and parents of the Baltimore, Carroll, Somerset and Worcester County Public School systems, as well as the employees and families of many area businesses, hospitals, private schools, and colleges.
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