Branch Support Specialist

Unity Bank•Clinton, NJ

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for fostering branch employee development through a combination of operational support, coaching, and training. Provides guidance on policies, procedures, products, and systems while identifying opportunities to enhance employee knowledge and confidence. Analyzes support trends to uncover training needs, recommend learning solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Works closely with Retail Administration and Learning and Development to deliver education, reinforce best practices, and promote employee self-sufficiency, resulting in reduced support volume, improved operational consistency, and an enhanced internal customer experience.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience in banking in a retail or operations position.
Associate degree or Equivalent preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Strict attention to details and thoroughness in the completion of job duties.
Use of critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the financial services industry
Ability to display an engaging, on-screen presence, positive attitude, and effective communication style through video conferencing
Uses knowledge of operating and security procedures/systems in order to make on-the-spot decisions, including exceptions, adjustments and overrides within guidelines.
Strong organizational skills
Works independently and with a team
Ability to proficiently perform a wide variety of tasks with a strong attention to detail
Solve internal client questions and concerns with warmth and a collaborative spirit
Compliance It is the responsibility of each bank staff member and of management to adhere to policies and procedures designed to implement compliance with the laws and regulations to which the bank is subject. Each bank staff and management member shall be accountable for understanding how compliance with laws and regulations affects the performance of their day-to-day duties, for completing compliance training as assigned and for carrying out those duties in a manner to achieve compliance with those laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Teller Experience is preferred, but not required
Cash handling experience preferred

Responsibilities

Respond to employees inquiries by phone, or email on systems/programs including, but not limited to Integrated Teller, Business Process Manager, Director, Premier Navigator, 360 View, Online Banking, and other retail applications
Proactively serves as a liaison for the internal customer and takes ownership of employee questions. Pursues solutions on behalf of branch staff and promote employee self-sufficiency through coaching and education
Proactively identifies and advises management of opportunities for improvement in branch staff knowledge, training, development performance and consistency
Efficiently interprets and explains bank policies, procedures, special programs, technologies, and processes while ensuring employee understanding and retention of information.
Track and analyze support trends to identify recurring questions and report them to the Learning and Development Associates for resolution.
Participate in testing new retail systems and processes to ensure they meet operational standards and requirements.
Assist in developing supporting training and communication materials as needed.
Regularly communicate with other department of the bank to ensure alignment and effective collaboration and consistent messaging to branch staff.
Provide guidance, coaching, and support to employees on systems, products and processes as needed, fostering a knowledgeable and competent workforce.
Assist in identifying Retail resource documentation and training materials needed due to change in processes, policies, regulations and system enhancements
Provide exceptional service by addressing employee inquiries, resolving issues, and offering tailored solutions to ultimately enhance our customer satisfaction and loyalty, delivered through the branch network.
May require direct interaction with customers to support operational inquiries and issue resolution.
Partner with Retail Administration to support branch-related initiatives, operational needs, employee development efforts, and training-related projects to promote consistency and operational excellence across the branch network.
May require travel offsite locations within bank footprint.