Branch Leader I

Members First Credit Union•Bangor Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Members First Credit Union is seeking an enthusiastic Branch Leader I to lead their new Bay City branch. The ideal candidate is a leader who fosters a vibrant culture of purpose, belonging, and joy, and is passionate about helping members in their financial journey. This role is crucial in delivering on the credit union's mission, vision, and brand promise by embodying core values in every interaction with internal and external members. The company aims to create an atmosphere of belonging, empowering team members to flourish and make a meaningful impact, ultimately helping to create thriving communities.

Requirements

Strive to exceed credit union, department, and personal goals.
Understand deadlines and meet set timelines.
Excellent typing and computer skills, including in-house email and core system, Word and Excel.
Strong leadership skills.
Team oriented.
Strong communication skills, including active listening, clear and concise communication, and adaptability to various communication styles (both interpersonal and written).
Highly organized.
High reasoning ability.
Produce accurate work results.
Readily keep others adequately informed.
Maintain a high level of knowledge of credit union philosophy, products/services, policies and procedures.
Maintain good knowledge of all State and Federal laws governing credit union operations (BSA, Patriot Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Truth in Savings, Truth in Lending, etc.).
Implement new procedures efficiently and effectively.
Ability to work overtime, attend meetings, seminars and travel.
A significant level of trust diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact.
Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature.
Work will involve motivating and influencing others.
Outside contacts will be important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) is necessary.
Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
Work involves personal contact with others inside and /or outside the organization generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information, which may require some discussion.
The ability to attain the Financial Counselor Certification (CCUFC) through CUNA within the first 6 months.
The ability to attain State of Michigan Credit Producers License within 6 months.
Effectively apply and maintain financial counseling concepts, gained through America's Credit Unions' Financial Counseling Certification Program (FiCEP), to promote financial well-being.
Minimum of one year of experience in management or supervisory capacity.
Minimum of one year of previous banking and/or credit union experience.
Three to five years similar or related experience.
Minimum high school graduate or equivalent.
Ability to operate a 10 key calculator and a typewriter.
Ability to communicate with members and other staff clearly and concisely.
Good working knowledge of all credit union products and services.
Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Lead the team to maximize productivity, efficiency, and potential, including hiring, onboarding, designing/implementing development plans, creating/assigning goals, monitoring development/performance, coaching, training, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational strategic plan, mission, vision, values, policies, and work rules.
Appraise performance and provide recommendations for team compensation, promotion, and progressive discipline through termination, as appropriate.
Oversee and uphold the visual standards for facilities and equipment of the branch office to ensure the branch is always presentable.
Collaborate with the Facilities/Marketing team to handle branch needs.
Successfully obtain Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor (CCUFC) designation through America's Credit Unions within the first year of service with M1.
Complete orientation of new employees in overall branch procedures.
Actively participate in cross-training personnel and ensure that the staff is kept abreast of all products and services, promotions, and other company initiatives.
Conduct branch security training.
Ensure personnel are well trained in all phases of their respective jobs.
Collaborate with Branch Operations Director and HR for hiring, employee development, branch performance management, and compensation review for branch staff.
Develop and implement department budget; review monthly to analyze variances and ensure expenditures remain within limits.
Monitor closely industry trends in deposit operations to propose development activities and ensure that the company’s products, services and processes are remaining competitive.
Ensure members’ requests and questions are promptly resolved.
Handle members’ complaints.
Ensure members are informed of Company services and policies.
Counsel members regarding their financial needs and services requested.
Investigate and resolve member complaints, and research member situations to resolve issues involving fees, deposit servicing, etc.
Become subject matter expert in all branch software.
Troubleshoot and resolve internal and external inquiries.
Engage in continual process improvement and update branch procedures and policies in collaboration with Branch Operation Specialists.
Ensure all branch transactions are balanced at the close of each day.
Oversee individual accountability for the handling of cash and assist in resolving balancing problems.
Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control, in addition to all company policies.
Thoroughly explain products and services to members.
Prepare and process documentation for new accounts and collect share deposit.
Oversee the audit process for new accounts that are opened.
Prepare an adverse action letter when products are denied.
Successfully use effective Sales Champion skills and behaviors.
Build relationships with current and new members.
Offer products and services that will help to fulfill their financial needs.
Oversee the onboarding process that continues to build relationship with new members.
Ensure members are fully served.
Answer telephones and handle member inquiries.
Process mail as required.
Attend education functions as required.
Maintain good, working knowledge of all credit union products and service.
Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time.