Universal Operations Specialist I - Broad St., Newark, NJ

Columbia Bank • Newark, NJ

1d • $23 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Columbia Bank is a full-service consumer and commercial bank serving individuals, businesses, and communities across New Jersey, Staten Island, and Brooklyn. Through our banking, title, insurance, and wealth management businesses, we provide a broad range of financial solutions tailored to our customers’ needs. We are also committed to strengthening the communities we serve through employee volunteerism, community partnerships, and the Columbia Bank Foundation. This role supervises teller operations, including responsibility for the teller portion of Universal Banker training. It oversees daily consolidations of teller proof sheets and maintains security for the teller area, negotiable items, and the opening and closing of the vault and its contents. The position also assists in reaching all goals set for the branch.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of teller, platform and supervisory experience
• High school diploma, general education degree (GED) or higher
• Strong knowledge of banking products
• Sound judgment in decision making and problem solving
• Precise figure aptitude and strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Strong PC skills and demonstrated knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to ask questions to learn about customer’s financial needs and, when the customer sees the value, introducing them to other bank team members
• Ability to work with manager to increase customer advocacy effectiveness through feedback and coaching
• Ability to supervise/ lead Teller line and coach and mentor as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work weekends as needed or scheduled
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Comfortable using multiple systems and digital tools in a fast-paced banking environment.
• Strong computer skills, including virtual collaboration, document management, and reporting tools.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Independent and highly motivated self-starter
• Results oriented with proven track record to motivate self and others to accomplish objectives
• Dedicated, enthusiastic, and driven; possesses a strong work ethic
• A collaborator and team player, translating knowledge and experience into strong and productive relationships
• Ability to deliver a seamless experience to the customer.
• Exposure to or willingness to learn emerging workplace technologies is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Supervises teller operations including direct responsibility of teller portion of Universal Banking training.
• Schedules hours and work assignments for all teller personnel.
• Participates in performance appraisals.
• Ensures daily consolidation of teller sheets including all categories listed on office consolidation.
• Researches and resolves any problems pertaining to teller area.
• Maintains the security of the teller area, negotiable items and the opening and closing of the vault and contents.
• Assists in the overall security of the branch.
• Approves transactions on selected deposit accounts, including verification of signatures and endorsements on all withdrawals exceeding teller limits.
• Processes return items and items sent and received for collection.
• Handles uncollected and overdrafts for branch if assigned and within approved limits.
• Researches item and account.
• Determines action to be taken.
• Performs all teller activities outlined for the Universal Banker position as required.
• Assists in new accounts area when necessary.
• Handles adjustments to accounts and certificates.
• Processes business account transactions and night drops when applicable.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx which are contributory.
• Bonus programs.
• Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP).
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (LTD&AD&D).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) which includes Personal and Vacation Time.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Bank Holidays.
• Employees may participate in the 401k program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED