Branch Manager - Hot Springs, AR

Southern Bancorp•Hot Springs, AR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Southern Bancorp is a different kind of bank. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), a special certification designated for institutions that serve predominantly underserved communities, Southern Bancorp combines traditional banking and lending services with financial development tools and public policy advocacy to help families and communities grow stronger. Inspired by the principle that building net worth drives economic opportunity, our mission is to be wealth builders for everyone in the communities we serve, with a focus on low-wealth and un(der)banked populations, as well as an emphasis on Black and Brown individuals. The Branch Manager manages a branch staff with three or more employees; Responsible for the day-to day operations, including customer service, product sales, and security in accordance with the Bank's objectives; May assume responsibility for lending under strict credit restrictions; Provides leadership, training, and supervision to staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required
Two years of extensive experience in a banking environment
Demonstrated proficiency in banking compliance
Ability to effectively communicate with employees and customers
Ability to operate a computer proficiently
Basic math skills (ability to add and subtract)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Experience in a supervisor or management role is a plus
Prior experience assisting with training new employees

Responsibilities

Oversee branch staff including coordinating, planning and assigning work schedules, answering questions and solving problems posed by the staff, conducting evaluations, and motivating staff to meet performance levels
Supervise all teller operations for accuracy, efficiency, and quality customer service.
Prepare various reports including Currency Transaction Reports (CTR's) and IRS Reports.
Handle vault function which includes calculating money requirement of branch and Tellers' cash requirements; ordering money; verifying, buying and selling cash for all Teller stations; daily opening and closing of the vault and ensuring proper and secure shipment of all cash.
Manage ATM operations to include supplying the equipment with cash, envelopes, and receipt paper; processing deposits; balancing; handling problems.
Review procedures and recommend changes to improve the service and thereby enhance the quality of the bank's customer service.
Participate in a team effort to cross-sell other services of the bank.
May occasionally perform duties of a Teller and/or a Customer Service Representative which includes performing all related opening, closing, and balancing activities; assisting customers with banking needs (deposits, withdrawals, credit card cash advances, federal tax deposits, issuing traveler's checks, cashier's checks, EE bonds, money orders, handling commercial deposits and night deposits etc.)
If responsible for lending, 1. Assist consumer loan customers with loan application process. 2. Assist loan administration with obtaining required updated documentation including collateral insurance and financial information. Complete loan set up sheet for loan documentation staff. 3. Perform thorough analysis of proposed loan feasibility by analyzing customer's financial records, cash flow, collateral valuation and credit history. 4. Achieve and maintain required loan portfolio balance and yield as directed by senior management. 5. Assign risk rating per regulatory guidelines.
Review and analyze maturing loans for renewal eligibility in compliance with regulatory requirements and bank loan policy. Complete loan set up sheet and communicate with borrower regarding documentation issues and new loan terms.
Prepare detailed and organized loan proposals for loan committee as required by loan policy Communicate with customer for additional information as necessary and when loan decisions are final.
Completes all required training
Performs other related duties as required or assigned

Benefits

401(k)/Roth plan with immediate eligibility and employer match up to 6%
Employee stock ownership plan
Discounted rate on primary home mortgage
Credit and housing counseling as well as free financial education tools available to customers and employees
No deductible medical insurance plan
Dental and vision insurance
Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Bonus plan
Opportunity for merit raises
Employee reward and recognition programs
Community service opportunities