Member Service Associate

Levo Federal Credit Union•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Member Service Associate (MSA) is responsible for receiving and paying out money, and keeping records of financial transactions. This role involves welcoming visitors, processing deposits and withdrawals, verifying signatures and balances, and entering transactions into the computer system. The MSA also places holds on accounts for uncollected funds, manages cash drawers, and promotes and sells credit union products and services. Additionally, they research and resolve member inquiries, handle various financial transactions like money orders and gift cards, and assist other departments as needed. The use of CDM/Recyclers is also part of the role.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to members, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to research data and make accurate decisions.
Ability to use and operate Contact Management systems, 10-key, faxes, copiers, scanning equipment, drive-up equipment, and Internet software (spread sheets and word processing).
Must complete ongoing sales and service training.
Employee must be familiar with credit union robbery preparedness procedures.
A MSA1 will be required to complete a pre-determined list of functions and training (see MSA1 training plan in Performance Pro forms) within the first 12 month of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Dependability - Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions, commits to doing the best job possible, keeps commitments.
Job Knowledge/Job Fit - Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, Displays understanding of how job relates to others, Uses resources effectively.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, accepts criticism and feedback, Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others adequately informed, selects and uses appropriate communication methods, speaks clearly & persuasively, Writes clearly & informatively. Participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, Gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, Puts success of team above own interests
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, monitors own work to ensure quality.
Planning & Organization - Adheres to attendance/punctuality expectations, prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, plans for additional resources, integrates changes smoothly, Sets goals and objectives, Works in an organized manner.
Sales and Service (INSPIRE SALES and SERVICE) - Displays courtesy and sensitivity, manages difficult/emotional member situations, meets commitments, focuses on & responds promptly to member needs, solicits member feedback to improve service, explains financial concepts clearly, explains product features & benefits, recommends products to members, and overcomes objections.

Responsibilities

Receive and pay out money, and keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in financial transactions.
Welcome on-site visitors, determine the nature of business and guide visitors to appropriate personnel or help them directly.
Receive checks and cash for deposit in person, via mail or by night deposit.
Verify amount and examine checks for endorsements.
Cash checks and complete withdrawals and pays out money after verification of signatures and member balances.
Enter members’ transactions into computer to record transactions and issue computer generated receipts.
Place holds on accounts for uncollected funds.
Order daily supply of cash, and count incoming cash.
Balance currency, coin, and checks in cash drawer at end of shift and compare totaled amounts with data displayed on computer screen.
Explain, promote and sell products or services that will benefit the member.
Research and resolve member inquiries.
Complete transactions for money orders, cash advances, gift cards, savings bonds, cashiers checks, verifications, and loan payments when necessary.
Assist other departments and areas as needed (i.e. filing, scanning, phones, etc.).
Use CDM/Recyclers to assist members in transactions.