Relationship Manager - Community Development

We are Addition Financial, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, offering comprehensive financial solutions that help members achieve their financial goals. Shareholder profits don't drive us and never have. Since 1937, we've been on a mission to bring financial success and education to everyone and make a positive impact in the lives of our members and the communities we serve. And we want your help to make that happen. We're looking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, but who also have a heart for service. If this sounds like you, keep reading and we'll dive into the specifics!

Job Summary

The Relationship Manager – Community Development at Addition Financial plays a pivotal role in advancing the credit union’s mission of promoting inclusive prosperity and economic well-being within the communities we serve. This position is responsible for cultivating strategic partnerships, supporting community development membership goals, and delivering expert financial guidance. The Relationship Manager also leads Community Development efforts, delivers financial educations, and works collaboratively across departments to drive growth through mission-aligned deposits and meaningful outreach initiatives.

Candidate must be familiar with Thomasville, GA market.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships that support Community Development goals and drive membership growth.
• Meet or exceed individual key performance indicators (KPIs) and maintain scorecard goals aligned with department objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, including our A Partners, nonprofit organizations, chambers of commerce, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute strategies to support membership acquisition, lending, and investment initiatives within the community development framework.
• Deliver impactful financial education workshops to community members and partners, promoting financial wellness and empowerment.
• Represent Addition Financial as a thought leader through participation in conference panels, workshops, webinars, and community forums.
• Plan and coordinate community events, site visits, and seminars—including logistics, staffing, materials, follow-up communications, and content development.
• Collaborate with Marketing and branch teams to deliver event support to business partners, schools, and community groups.
• Support the development and execution of strategies to attract and retain mission-aligned deposits that drive sustainable membership growth.
• Contribute to organization-wide initiatives and projects that align with the credit union’s strategic objectives.
• Stay informed on industry trends, community needs, and regulatory updates to ensure continued relevance and compliance.
• This role requires occasional travel within assigned market areas and may include evening and weekend availability to accommodate community events.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in support of department and organizational goals.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Masters Degree preferred. High School Diploma, or GED Equivalent minimum required.

Experience:

• 3 years of experience in banking, community development finance, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build, manage and strengthen internal and external relationships.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, along with ability to facilitate between groups of employees and clients to achieve common goals and corporate objectives.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to community development, lending, and investment.

Certifications:

• N/A

Any applicable system or program knowledge:

• Strong software skills, including all Microsoft Office suite products (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.), or other spreadsheet and word processing skills.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for long periods at a time.
• Regularly required to talk or listen.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies up to 20 lbs.
• Vision abilities including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

• Must understand and follow a set of clear oral and/or written procedures without deviation.
• Performs repetitive routine tasks.
• Withstand moderate amounts of stress.
• Must adhere to a provided work schedule to meet a set of qualitative production standards.
• Perform tasks that vary from day to day.
• Implements others’ decisions/procedures with little judgment required.
• Must relay information orally.

WORKING WITH US:

We’re continually recognized as a top employer because we understand people like you want more out of your career. Like making a difference in people’s lives and in the community. Being part of a team that supports each other. Feeling good about the time you spend at work each day. And being able to balance your life while also earning a competitive base salary and benefits, including:

• 401k with profit sharing contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage from leading insurance providers
• Continuing education and up to $5,000 in tuition assistance annually
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Major holidays off including Federal holidays that many other industries don't observe
• Credit union benefits including reduced consumer/mortgage loan rates, free checks, and other financial services discounts

At Addition Financial, we accept you for who you are. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, protected veteran status, or disability/handicap with regards to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, and any other areas of employment. Personal perspectives and beliefs are what helps our team members, and our company, grow as a whole and we seek to nurture that inclusiveness. We welcome our team member’s diverse viewpoints and work together so that everyone’s voices are heard. So, if you’re ready to take your career to the next level, Count Us In®.

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