Branch Manager

Columbia Bank • Newport Beach, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lead, manage and coach associate performance and development while managing appropriate branch staffing levels. Responsible for branch P&L, achieving growth targets, managing the branch's portfolio, and carefully managing the branch's expenses. Achieves consistent satisfactory audit results through sound operational practices. Partners closely with cross-functional leaders within Retail and across the bank to provide meaningful client solutions in line with Retail business strategy. Demonstrates basic knowledge of core products and Columbia's Business/Consumer Financial Review process. Develops and maintains strong, long-term relationships with consumers, public figures, businesses, and charitable organizations in local community. Embodies and leads the core values of the bank every day in interactions with associates, customers, and shareholders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• 5 years of previous banking experience, including consumer lending and exposure to business lending origination experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of banking products and services with demonstrated business acumen that enables solving consumer and small business banking challenges.
• Demonstrates proficiency in consumer lending, prior exposure to business lending.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Proficient use of spreadsheets and other banking computer systems and related software, and ability to operate a variety of office equipment and to perform repetitive movements for tasks such as counting cash, typing, and handling documents.
• Complies with all Federal, State, and local consumer protection laws governing loan origination including the SAFE Act and SAFE Act registration and renewal rules as defined by the bank, if applicable.
• This position requires you to act as a Bank MLO, which is defined as an individual authorized by the Bank to take mortgage loan applications, offer a mortgage, arrange a mortgage, assist a consumer in obtaining or applying to obtain a mortgage, negotiate a mortgage, otherwise obtain or make a mortgage for another person, represent to the public (through advertising or other means of communication) that such person can or will perform any of these activities, or refer a consumer to a loan originator (Note: Except those employees of the Bank who do not discuss particular credit terms available and do not refer the consumer, based on the employee’s assessment of the consumer’s financial characteristics to a particular Bank MLO) for compensation or gain.
• All MLOs will be required to register as an MLO complying with the SAFE Act requirements.
• This position IS NOT authorized to act as a Bank Closed-End MLO, which is defined as any position designated to perform the activities of a Bank MLO for closed-end transactions, and therefore this position is limited to acting as a Bank MLO for open-end transactions (i.e., home equity lines of credit) only.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s, Vocational, or Technical Degree in banking, business, or related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 3 years of management experience in banking or retail including team leadership, coaching, daily supervision, labor law compliance, performance management, hiring and termination preferred.
• Membership in local community organizations, demonstrating commitment to community leadership.
• Notary certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and coach associate performance and development.
• Manage appropriate branch staffing levels.
• Manage branch P&L.
• Achieve growth targets.
• Manage the branch's portfolio.
• Manage the branch's expenses.
• Achieve consistent satisfactory audit results through sound operational practices.
• Partner closely with cross-functional leaders within Retail and across the bank to provide meaningful client solutions in line with Retail business strategy.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with consumers, public figures, businesses, and charitable organizations in local community.
• Embody and lead the core values of the bank every day in interactions with associates, customers, and shareholders.
• Manage deposit and loan portfolios including less complex consumer and business relationships.
• Act as a Bank MLO for open-end transactions (i.e., home equity lines of credit) only.
• Register as an MLO complying with the SAFE Act requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive Incentive Plan: Earn rewards that match your efforts.
• Professional Development: Grow your skills with our tailored premier banker programs.
• Career Growth: Clear paths to achieve your professional goals.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Mental health resources
• Identity theft protection
• Legal support
• Auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Access to an online discount marketplace
• Paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees