Relationship Banker I

Coastal States Bank•Savannah, GA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Relationship Banker I is responsible for delivering exceptional client experience while supporting the operational soundness of the branch. This role combines frontline client service with strict adherence to bank security, compliance, and operational standards. Often, the Relationship Banker I serves as the first point of contact for clients, ensuring every interaction reflects Coastal States Bank’s core values: Character, Commitment, Service, Trust, and Community.

Requirements

Client Focus: Provides exceptional, proactive service to every client.
Operational Accuracy: Consistently maintains proficiency standards for balancing, reporting, and compliance.
Teamwork: Actively contributes to branch success and peer support.
Adaptability: Manages multiple priorities with professionalism and efficiency.
Values-Driven: Demonstrates CSB’s Core Values of Character, Commitment, Service, Trust, and Community daily.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
Knowledge of basic math.
Retail banking or cash handling experience is preferred but not required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are preferred, along with the ability to build trust and serve clients with professionalism.
Detail oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
Comfort with digital banking tools and ability to educate clients on their use.
Knowledge of a wide range of Microsoft Office software applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

Uphold CSB Consistent Client Service Standards e.g., greet and acknowledge every client timely both walk-in and telephone; communicate clear expectations; offer refreshments and ensure the coffee bar is clean and stocked.
Provide knowledgeable support across all CSB products and services, including Online Banking, Mobile Deposit, Zelle, Digital Wallet, and Card Hub.
Answer all incoming calls by the third ring and provide timely follow-up on unresolved issues.
Assist clients with opening, maintaining, and closing accounts (DDA, Savings, Money Market, Safe Deposit Boxes).
Issue, activate, and support debit cards (in-branch printing or ordered by mail); educate clients on digital card management.
Process address changes across applicable systems and coordinate with support teams for special account types (IRA, loan).
Process Stop payments.
Place check orders for both Consumer and Business Accounts
Perform daily teller functions: deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, Cashier’s checks, internal transfers, foreign currency exchange, and savings bond redemptions.
Maintain and balance cash drawer within established limits; promptly resolve outages.
Process night drop and mail deposits in compliance with procedures.
Ensure compliance with all KYC and BSA guidelines, including proper ID verification.
Work within approved limits for check cashing, counter checks, and client/non-client transactions.
Process Reg CC Holds on deposits as needed.
Balance and replenish ATM; order cash and prepare shipments.
Input Wire Transfers when requested by clients, following both in person and exception wire procedures.
Follow opening/closing branch procedures as outlined in the Branch Security Manual and Playbook.
Adhere to all security guidelines: secure keys, lock workstations, protect client information, and uphold privacy policies.
Maintain dual control for vault access, night drop/mail deposits, and other restricted functions.
Complete CTRs on the same day of qualifying transactions; assist with Verafin callbacks by designated deadlines.
Pull and review daily branch reports, including teller reconciliation, CTR logs, Lockbox and TCR Logs (if applicable).
Participate in monthly, semi-annual, and annual audits (teller drawer, vault, debit card, safe deposit, bait money, security).
Maintain 98%+ operational accuracy rating.
Complete all assigned compliance and security training on time.
Actively participate in monthly BSA/Retail calls, branch meetings, and team huddles.
Support branch and bank initiatives, contributing to a collaborative and service-oriented culture.
Uphold and model CSB’s commitment to community involvement.
Responsible for the timely completion of all required compliance training such as BSA, Information Security, and other job specific training as assigned.
Complies as required with relevant Bank policies and procedures related to BSA, including capture of required CTR data, capture of data for Monetary Instrument Log, and review of parties against the OFAC list. Promptly informs manager and/or compliance staff of potential suspicious activities.
The responsibility to acquire and maintain the required knowledge of State and Federal Banking regulations and policies.
Proficient in operating computers and calculators with accuracy and efficiency.
Must have excellent customer relation skills.