What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teller/CSR Float position at Honesdale National Bank?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Teller/CSR Float is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and support across various locations. This role involves operating a full-service teller station, processing customer transactions, promoting bank services, opening new accounts, and assisting with consumer loan inquiries. The position requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of service and accuracy. The Teller/CSR Float plays a crucial role in managing customer relationships and enhancing the bank's visibility within the community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and DUTIES:
- Operate a full-service teller station to receive and process a variety of customer transactions.
- Prepare and maintain various reports and records.
- Promote the bank's services and cross-sell products.
- Accept deposits, process withdrawals, and cash checks.
- Process loan payments and various business payments, providing reporting as needed.
- Provide additional customer service, including cashier's checks, personal money orders, savings bonds, certified checks, credit card payments, cash advances, and access to safe deposit boxes.
- Balance cash drawer and complete the Branch Daily ATM Checklist.
- Process items for collection and open night deposit, recording night deposit bags.
- Wrap coin and maintain control of cash drawer.
- Solve customer problems and answer telephones to assist bank clients and prospects.
- Assist customers with balancing their accounts and processing check orders.
- Complete CTRs and the Monetary Instruments Log as required.
- Ensure the teller procedural manual is kept current and utilize it as a resource.
- Make recommendations to supervisors for department improvements.
- Assist with coverage at various locations.
- Greet and wait on lobby customers to help them or direct them to someone who can assist them.
- Explain the different types of accounts available to customers and assist in the selection of the most appropriate accounts for their needs.
- Open all types of personal or business accounts, prepare all related documentation, and maintain updated contact information.
- Assist customers with requests or complaints and research account problems.
- May assist customers with consumer loan inquiries by interviewing customers, assisting them in completing applications, and providing loan-related information.
- Order checks online and transfer funds to various accounts.
- Assist customers in the safe deposit box area.
- Correspond with attorneys with account information as needed.
- Manage customer relationships through quality customer service.
- Type correspondence when necessary.
- Make suggestions and recommendations to update the CSR manual as needed.
- Perform branch audits and reports.
- Have check signing responsibilities and teller override responsibilities.
- Keep abreast of current rules and regulatory requirements.
- Make recommendations to supervisors about possible methods to improve the department.
- Participate in community affairs to increase the bank's visibility and enhance new business opportunities.
- Assume additional responsibilities as directed.
REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle customer inquiries and issues effectively.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in processing transactions and maintaining records.
- Proficiency in using computers, including Microsoft Office applications and banking software.
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work at various locations as needed.
- Strong sales and cross-selling skills to promote bank products and services.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of customer information.
REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous cash handling experience desired.
- Previous customer service experience preferred.
- Prior teller experience desired.
- Good communication skills, good keyboarding and PC skills, and proficient telephone skills.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Willingness and ability to cross-sell services.
- Ability to travel for coverage as needed at various locations.