Teller

First Western Bank & Trust•Baxter, MN

10d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

First Western Bank & Trust is hiring a full-time Teller at its Baxter bank location. The Teller provides prompt, courteous, efficient, and accurate service while handling customer banking matters in support of the bank’s sales and service objectives and customer-service culture. The position pays $16.00 to $19.00 per hour, with pay based on factors such as education, professional background, work experience, and overall qualifications. The position may also be eligible to participate in an annual bonus program, with any award depending on individual and organizational performance. Eligible employees and their dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, and other insurance. Other benefits for eligible employees include a 401(k) with company match, company contribution to a Health Savings Account, banking benefits, short-term disability, life and long-term disability, bonding leave, holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
Team-oriented, with excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills, active listening skills, and proven customer service skills.
Detail-oriented; able to work under minimal supervision, remain poised under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and interact professionally with coworkers and customers.
Proficient spoken and written English skills.
Cash-handling, general math, and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of banking experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform teller opening and closing procedures to prepare teller stations and bank access areas each day.
Greet customers in person or by phone promptly, courteously, and professionally.
Identify customers in accordance with bank policy and protect confidential customer and proprietary information.
Maintain responsibility for a cash drawer and follow proper balancing procedures.
Handle customer banking matters accurately and efficiently, including cashing checks; processing checking and savings deposits and withdrawals; processing credit card, loan, and ACH payments; calculating loan payoffs; redeeming savings bonds; processing coin and currency orders; ordering new and issuing temporary checks; selling and issuing gift cards and travel cards; and processing wire transfers.
Assist customers with debit card maintenance and account maintenance, including name and address changes, deposit product changes, and CD renewals.

Benefits

Eligible employees and their dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and other insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Company contribution to a Health Savings Account.
Banking benefits.
Short-term disability.
Life and long-term disability.
Bonding leave.
Holidays.
Sick leave.
Vacation.
Potential eligibility for an annual bonus program, dependent on individual and organizational performance.