Description

Verity is hiring for a Call Center Representative at our Seattle, WA Headquarters location. This is a hybrid position; or has the opportunity to be worked remotely. At Verity, we empower our member’s financial lives and create vibrant communities. Since 1933, Verity has been a local member-owned credit union. We are also the only financial institution in the Pacific Northwest that is a part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV).

How you can make a difference

The Call Center Representative processes basic transactions, educates members on alternate ways to transact on their accounts, checks member balances, assists members in disputing a transaction and discovers and recommends additional products and services that would benefit members.

We know it’s more than just a job

Verity has continued to maintain an open and positive work culture. We make sure people come first! Some ways we help employees live their best lives:

• Base Pay: This positionhas a salary range of $20.94 (minimum) to $29.14 (maximum), with a midpoint of $23.31. Starting pay is offered based upon an applicant’s experience and education relevant to the position.
• Paid Time Off: All Verity employees receive 11 paid holidays per year, as well as paid time off (PTO is combined vacation and sick leave.) PTO starts accruing immediately at a rate of 15 days per year.
• Benefits: Both full and part time employees (and their family) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, with a no cost option available for employee only coverage! Employees have the option to enroll in our 401k plan and receive an employer match up to 6%.
• Other Benefits: This position is eligible for annual cash bonuses up to 1% and a 1% profit-sharing bonus to 401k accounts based on company performance.
• Great Perks: Other Verity benefits include a wellness subsidy, a transportation reimbursement benefit and education reimbursement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Answers member questions and resolves problems with members’ accounts
• Listens to members, identify their needs, and offer appropriate products and service
• Provide referral assistance for investments and financial counseling
• Increase penetration in all Verity products and services
• Assists with the contact center operations, audits, and opening/closing procedures
• Implements and maintains policies and procedures to maximize efficiency and ensure proper documentation
• Adhere to established security procedures and compliance policies
• Identify issues of concern and contribute ideas toward the Credit Union vision
• Maintain knowledge of all state and federal regulations that are applicable to the transactions performed
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in financial industry or call center (preferred)

Please Note: If you feel you do not have all the qualifications and/or skills listed we still encourage you to apply.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong sales, cross-sales, networking and business development skills
• Strong and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial data
• Extensive knowledge of financial industry regulations and standards
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in order to meet deadlines
• Strong sales tracking and reporting skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access)
• Present positive and professional image to staff and members
• Problem solving skills
• Resourcefulness and ability to effectively meet Credit Union goals

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Verity Credit Union is committed to working with its employees to reasonably accommodate them with the physical aspects of the position. The following is a list of physical considerations that are normally encountered in this job:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

• Constantly operates computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer

Washington is an At-Will Employment State.

Your employment is at will, meaning you are free to resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. Verity Credit Union is also free to conclude the employment relationship with you at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

No statement or promise by a credit union representative or board member may be interpreted as a change in the at will policy, nor would it constitute an employment or other contractual agreement.