What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payment Operations ACH Specialist position at Alpine Bank Opportunities?
General Purpose
The Automated Clearing House (ACH) Specialist, in the Payment Operations department, performs all daily ACH processing functions and other administrative activities in accordance with Alpine Bank’s procedures.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Processes ACH files and resolve exception items, such as, error register transactions, suspended batches, prenotifications, returns, and notifications of change, timely and accurately.
- Provides support and guidance to branches, internal departments, and financial institutions regarding ACH related questions, reversal requests, research requests, or investigations.
- Researches and responds appropriately to death notifications and reclamations.
- Gathers, reconciles, and logs processing totals for reporting purposes.
- Processes and assists with various other ACH related duties.
- Works closely and collaboratively with supervisor.
- Regular and reliable on-site attendance is required as an essential function of this position.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
Job Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time while meeting specific and structured timelines.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a desire for professional growth.
- Willing to train other employees and cross-train within the department.
- Understands the importance of and being able to maintain confidential information.
Education or Formal Training:
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
- Additional post-high school courses are preferred.
- Relevant certifications are preferred.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Colorado Driver’s License required.
Experience:
- A minimum of one (1) year banking experience is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis.
Working Conditions
Working Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and multifunction printers. Occasional travel may be required and in certain circumstances, evenings and weekends should be anticipated.
Physical Activities:
These are representative of those which must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This is largely a sedentary role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Employee may have to lift up to 25 pounds.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
Starting Rate of Pay is from $18.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experience.
For an overview of our employee benefits please visit: Alpine Bank Careers Page
Position anticipated to close June 12, 2026, or until filled.
Salary : $18 - $23