Service Associate I

Eastern Bank•Somerville, MA

64d•$22

About The Position

Service Associates are skilled in the duties of both a Customer Service Representative (sales on the platform), and Teller (transactions at the teller line). Simultaneously performs the duties of a traditional branch customer service representative and teller, primarily in specific traditional branch locations where such a "hybrid" position is authorized. Individuals in this position will have a mixture of time between platform and teller line. On some occasions more time might be spent on one side verses the other.

Requirements

Incumbent has the authority to use discretion in some circumstances, but if/when written policy is unclear or there is any uncertainty, the service associate should seek guidance from his/her immediate supervisor.
Incumbent must have the ability to work independently, multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Individual should be an outgoing self-starter and be technically literate.
High school diploma or equivalent required
Basic business acumen and professionalism is a must.
The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Ability to build relationships and strong alliances across the organization.
Ability to quickly learn all details about the products and services offered by the bank.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time without a break and with continuous customer contact.
Incumbent must be able to transport items weighing 15 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of sales experience in a retail, financial services or hospitality environment preferred.
Some banking experience is preferred (e.g., teller or otherwise) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Performs the duties of a traditional branch customer service representative and teller
Opens deposit accounts
Prepares and processes loan applications for various lending units (mortgage, consumer, small business, etc.)
Closes loans for customers for applicable business lines (i.e. consumer lending)
Makes referrals to other bank business lines and third-party partners
Proactively reaches out, by phone and in person, to high-value customers in efforts to retain and grow the portfolio
Responsible for operational compliance and adherence to policy
Handles daily account maintenance and other service issues as necessary
Understands and provides support in achieving quarterly sales
Process deposits to customer accounts; includes verification of cash, verification of endorsements, and providing customers with receipts
Cash checks for customers and non-customers according to bank policy
Process and properly record the sale of monetary instruments (i.e. official bank checks)
Properly file all government-mandated reports related to large cash transactions and the sale of all monetary instruments
Process foreign currency purchases and sales
Process various types of loan payments and credit card cash advances
Adhere to all bank policies and procedures