Branch Manager

Columbia Bank•Escondido, CA

1d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Branch Manager leads a team of associates in delivering Breakthrough Client Service and establishing the branch as the bank of choice in the local community. The role is responsible for attaining growth goals by developing new relationships and growing existing ones, while ensuring the branch operates efficiently and follows operational guidelines. The Branch Manager leads, manages, and coaches associate performance and development; maintains appropriate staffing levels; and is accountable for branch P&L, growth targets, portfolio management, and expense control. The role promotes sound operational practices to achieve satisfactory audit results and partners with cross-functional leaders within Retail and across the bank to provide client solutions aligned with Retail business strategy. The position requires basic knowledge of core products and Columbia's Business/Consumer Financial Review process, along with the ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with consumers, public figures, businesses, and charitable organizations in the local community. The Branch Manager embodies and leads the bank's core values in interactions with associates, customers, and shareholders. This position works fully onsite at the posted location: 840 West Valley Parkway Suite 200, Escondido, CA 92025. The pay range is $90,000–$120,000. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation. The selected candidate's pay rate depends on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and geographic location. The position requires acting as a Bank MLO and completing applicable SAFE Act registration requirements. It is not authorized for closed-end mortgage loan origination activity and is limited to open-end transactions, such as home equity lines of credit.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of previous banking experience, including consumer lending and exposure to business lending origination experience.
Advanced knowledge of banking products and services, with business acumen to solve consumer and small business banking challenges.
Demonstrated proficiency in consumer lending and prior exposure to business lending.
Ability to manage deposit and loan portfolios, including less complex consumer and business relationships.
Membership in local community organizations demonstrating commitment to community leadership.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively.
Proficient use of spreadsheets, banking computer systems, related software, and a variety of office equipment.
Ability to perform repetitive movements for tasks such as counting cash, typing, and handling documents.
Compliance with Federal, State, and local consumer protection laws governing loan origination, including the SAFE Act and the bank's SAFE Act registration and renewal rules, if applicable.
Register as an MLO and comply with SAFE Act requirements.
This position is limited to Bank MLO activity for open-end transactions and is not authorized to act as a Bank Closed-End MLO.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or a vocational or technical degree in banking, business, or a related field; equivalent work experience is also preferred.
Three years of management experience in banking or retail, including team leadership, coaching, daily supervision, labor law compliance, performance management, hiring, and termination.
Notary certification.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of associates in delivering Breakthrough Client Service and establishing the branch as the bank of choice in the local community.
Attain established growth goals by developing new relationships and growing existing relationships.
Ensure the branch operates efficiently and within operational guidelines.
Lead, manage, and coach associate performance and development while maintaining appropriate branch staffing levels.
Manage branch P&L, achieve growth targets, manage the branch portfolio, and control expenses.
Achieve satisfactory audit results through sound operational practices.
Partner with cross-functional leaders within Retail and across the bank to provide client solutions aligned with Retail business strategy.
Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with consumers, public figures, businesses, and charitable organizations in the local community.
Embody and lead the bank's core values in interactions with associates, customers, and shareholders.
Act as a Bank MLO for open-end mortgage transactions, complying with applicable SAFE Act registration requirements.

Benefits

Competitive incentive plan.
Professional development through tailored premier banker programs.
Career growth paths.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible associates.
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.