Teller - 30 Hours

Columbia Bank•Templeton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teller is the first point of contact for many clients and helps deliver Columbia Bank’s Breakthrough Client Service Standards. With guidance from the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager, the Teller performs banking transactions accurately, ethically, confidentially, and in compliance with bank procedures and regulations. The role also builds client relationships through meaningful conversations, identifying financial needs and opportunities to offer appropriate products and services or refer clients to the appropriate business partner. The position supports daily branch operations and risk mitigation by handling cash and funds securely, maintaining accurate records, and completing tasks that preserve branch integrity. This role is fully onsite at the posted location in Templeton, California, and is scheduled for 30 hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to learn and comply with all bank policies, procedures, and systems.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with written numbers, words, and verbal and written instructions.
Ability and willingness to build relationships with clients and other bank associates.

Nice To Haves

One year of previous banking or customer service experience.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Perform teller transactions and cash-handling functions accurately and confidentially, including deposits, withdrawals, cash advances, payments, transfers, check cashing, and balancing the cash drawer.
Complete daily branch tasks that maintain operational integrity, such as balancing the ATM using appropriate double custody, processing night-drop deposits, balancing negotiable instruments and the credit card machine, processing returned mail, and updating lobby rate sheets and brochures.
Mitigate risk by safeguarding cash in the drawer and promptly accounting for or transferring funds.
Interact with internal and external clients, anticipate their needs, and provide proactive solutions and problem resolution consistent with the bank’s client service standards.
Maintain current knowledge of Columbia Bank products, services, and changes.
Discuss and uncover clients’ financial needs and identify and offer suitable products and services.
Support branch referral goals by identifying basic banking product needs and referring clients to the appropriate business partner.

Benefits

Competitive incentive plan and potential performance-based incentive compensation.
Professional development through tailored premier banker programs.
Career growth opportunities.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible associates.
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions.
Employee assistance program.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance.
Tuition assistance.
Mental health resources.
Identity theft protection.
Legal support.
Auto and home insurance.
Pet insurance.
Access to an online discount marketplace.
Paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays.