Personal Banker

Personal Banker - Park Ridge - Full-TimeHow would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? Provident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar bank that continues to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and New York. Our longevity is a testament to our commitment to placing our employees, customers, and the communities we serve at the center of all we do. At Provident Bank, we are committed to enhancing our customer and employees' experience.Position Overview:As a Personal Banker at Provident Bank, your primary role is to establish relationships with customers and prospective customers to understand, identify and satisfy their financial needs and to provide a positive customer experience while conducting transactions during every branch interaction.The Personal Banker position is a dynamic position that performs both transaction and sales and service duties. The responsibilities may vary day to day based on the needs of the branch office. Responsibilities include responding to customer needs by processing a variety of financial transactions, including but not limited to opening accounts, cross-selling, tele-consulting, developing relationships through a book of business, servicing accounts, check cashing, withdrawals, deposits, loan payments, greeting customers, and performing customer needs-based assessments. The Personal Banker may also research and resolve account issues and/or inquiries and promote organizational products and services by referring current or prospective customers to other departments within the organization.This position is responsible for meeting sales expectations, which include deposit, loan and revenue expectations, generating sales and referrals as well as managing and balancing cash drawers. Responsibilities also include assisting the Assistant Branch Manager with daily branch responsibilities and processes, end of day functions, and reporting according to branch tasks, policies and procedures.This position may be eligible to obtain Life and Health Licensing.All Provident Bank employees are expected to adhere to the Bank's Code of Ethics, Core Values, and Mission Statement. Works under general supervision.Key Responsibilities:Sales:Meet sales referrals and cross-selling goals by knowing the features and benefits of all products and services to satisfy the needs of the customersPromotes bank products, refer or resolve customer inquiries concerning accounts or other banking servicesActively refers customers for commercial products or services to branch manager, market manager, or appropriate business partnerExceed customer expectations through active engagement, commitment and dedication to servicing and building customer relationshipsAdvance the Bank's Corporate Sales Program through the consultative need's assessments of customers, developing new relationships, expanding existing ones and is responsible for managing and growing a book-of-business.Service:Identify opportunities with customers and prospective customers through lobby management.Assist customers and prospective customers with digital technologies and provide referrals to other lines of business.Helps maintain cost efficiency to achieve goals of the branch; assures quality of customer service and adherence to sales and brand standardsResponsible for sales and serviceExecute expectations for a positive customer service experienceOperations:Ensures operational and financial safety and soundness in accordance with Bank's policies, compliance, and applicable laws and regulationsLeverages lobby management as a tool for controlling and mitigating riskEstablishes customer identity according to guidelines and adheres to all other compliance proceduresAssists branch management with branch operations as neededPerforms transactions including but not limited to check cashing, withdrawals, deposits and loan paymentsPrepares and/or completes Currency Transaction Reports and Suspicious Activity Forms (CTR/SAF) for appropriate transactionsAssists in training other branch employeesProvides support to the contact center when there are high call volumesHandles customer inquiries by telephoneProvides access to safe deposit boxesMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GEDMinimum of 6 months of sales and service experience in a customer facing retail environmentStrong interpersonal skills, including listening, written and verbal communicationAbility to work a flexible schedule based upon the needs of the businessDemonstrations positive and professional demeanor with all customers and co-workersStrong math and analytical skillsUnderstand and adhere to safety and security practicesDemonstrate and apply good relationship building skillsProficient at establishing strong connections with customers and prospective customers through consultative conversations affording presentations of sales opportunitiesStrong customer service/advocacy skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsStrong PC skills. Ability to quickly learn various computer programs, including Microsoft officeRequired to register as a mortgage loan originator with the NMLS prior to being allowed to take mortgage loan applications, negotiate or extend terms of a mortgage or other loan secured by a residence.Preferred Qualifications:Prior Retail banking experienceLife and Health Licenses to support investment programWorking Conditions:Retail Banking Branch AreasWork is mainly performed under general office conditions in a retail-banking establishment. Willing and able to work required overtime. Willing and able to travel to other locations/branches. Must be flexible and demonstrate the ability to adapt to new job locations and reassignments as directed.Lifting from 5 to 25 lbs. (Coins)Prolonged sitting/standingOccasional bending or stooping (To retrieve coins from individual vault)Work is performed in a normal office environment. Noise levels are usually moderate. May also involve travel to customers and property locations.This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.Provident Bank recognizes and supports the importance of creating a socially and culturally diverse employee base. We understand, value, and appreciate the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce can contribute to our organization. We put the employee and the customer at the center of strategy because culture is a critical differentiator for why people choose to work here.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.Pay Details:$17.90 - $22.36Please note, the base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, education, geographic location, internal equity, and other applicable business and organizational needs.This role is incentive eligible based upon company, business, and/or individual goal achievement and performance.Team members accrue paid time-off (PTO), receive Holiday (PTO) and are eligible to participate in the bank's Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan. In addition, the company provides Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Basic Life Insurance. Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs are also available. Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.