Teller

Title: Teller

Department: Retail Operations

Reports To: Branch Manager

Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-time

 

HOPE Overview

HOPE (Hope Enterprise Corporation, Hope Credit Union and Hope Policy Institute) provides financial services; leverages resources; and engages in advocacy that strengthens the financial health of people in under-resourced Deep South communities. Since 1994, these efforts have benefited more than three million people in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee, and influenced billions in persistent poverty communities across the nation. Learn more at .

 

Job Summary

The Teller is responsible for processing various financial transactions for members, including deposits, withdrawals, and payments. They ensure the accuracy of all transactions, maintain a balanced cash drawer, and provide excellent member service. Tellers also promote HOPE products and services to meet customer needs and support the bank's sales goals. They play a crucial role in maintaining customer satisfaction and trust. Confidentiality is involved, and sensitive situations may be handled. This position is in the HOPE branch network’s various locations. 

Essential Functions

·        Prepare and process teller transactions efficiently and effectively

·        Adhere to established cash handling and balancing procedures

·        Provide service excellence to all stakeholders

·        Achieve monthly growth and retention targets per individual Retail Work Plan 

·        Adhere to all HOPE policies, procedures, and security protocols

·        Adhere to all regulatory compliance requirements

·        Perform general administrative duties such as attending meetings, report production, etc.

·        Perform other duties as assigned

 

Accountability for Business Results

·        Cross-sell HOPE products

 

Specified Authority Level

·        Access to teller drawer balance up to $10,000, exact value to be assigned 

·        Access to vault with one member of management present 

 

Competencies/Skills

·        Attention to Detail – Taking responsibility for a thorough and detailed method of working. 

·        Customer Focus – Knowing the (internal and externa!) customer business needs and acting accordingly; anticipating customer needs, and giving high priority to customer satisfaction and customer service. 

·        Integrity – Upholding generally accepted social and ethical standards in job – related activities and behaviors. 

·        Organizational Awareness – Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. 

·        Results Orientation – Being persistent and showing perseverance on achieving concrete and tangible results out of personal responsibility; getting optimum results from situations and being ready to take action and show tenacity in case of obstacles or resistance. 

·        Teamwork – Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal and contributing to team development and effective team dynamics. 

 

Desired Qualifications

·        Highschool diploma or GED required 

·        2+ years of experience of cash handling and customer service experience 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Additional Comments

 

Limitations and Disclaimer

 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees occupying this position; it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

 

Hope Enterprise Corporation does not participate in or engage in any form of visa sponsorship, including employment-based visa applications or extensions (e.g., H-1B, TN, O-1, OPT, STEM OPT, etc.). Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

 

HOPE is a family of development organizations dedicated to strengthening communities, building assets, and improving lives in the Delta and other economically distressed parts of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Comprised of a regional credit union (Hope Credit Union), loan fund (Hope Enterprise Corporation), and policy center (Hope Policy Institute), HOPE has provided financial services, leveraged private and public resources, and shape policies that have benefited more than 650,000 residents in one of the nation’s most persistently poor regions.