Job Overview
The Member Service Representative plays an integral role serving as an ambassador between the member and the Credit Union. This role involves engaging with our members and offering a range of cash and non-cash services. It requires an independent thinker with excellent decision-making abilities who can operate with minimal supervision. The individual will be responsible for adhering to all policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations while delivering professional, courteous, and efficient customer service to our members.
Key Responsibilities
- Performing member transactions including, but not limited to, deposits, withdrawals, transfers, and loan payments.
- Discusses certificate of deposit options with members and open on core system.
- Balances general ledgers and inventory items, as assigned.
- Develop and maintain quality member relationships by providing personalized, professional service to all members in an exceptional manner, seeking out opportunities to exceed member expectations and deepen relationships.
- Ensures that all member requests are processed accurately and efficiently.
- Displays sound judgment in handling member requests and exceptions, seeking and documenting approval as needed.
- Assumes responsibility for the efficient, effective, and accurate performance of teller functions.
- Takes ownership of problems, shows empathy, apologizes for errors, and follows up appropriately. Utilizes member feedback to enhance service quality, creates equitable solutions, and increases member loyalty.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- The accurate operation of the vault.
- Cash ordering.
- Opening and or closing accounts.
- Opening, renewing and or closing certificate accounts.
- Show professionalism, empathy, and respect in all interactions with members, internal and external.
- Takes personal responsibility to actively listen to the members, understand their needs and take initiative to help.
- Offer team members assistance when necessary to help develop a fully competent and cohesive workforce.
- Responsible for personal development through training, collaboration, and teamwork. Understands and adheres to all policies, procedures and regulations and attends all training as it relates to position.
- Adheres to M-O FCU’s security procedures and safeguards member information.
- Consistently acts as part of a cohesive team, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively with other employees. Maintains open and respectful communication with other departments. Manages conflict directly and discreetly.
Desired Job Competencies
A. Demonstrate analytical, accurate and problem-solving skills.
B. Strong attention to detail.
C. Able to work independently, organize and prioritize work.
D. Must be fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
E. Desire to provide remarkable member service.
F. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Capable of using financial calculators.
G. Understands and complies with all annual mandated training that pertains to the position, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC, Cybersecurity and Fair Lending.
H. Ensuring that information collected, provided, and/or evaluated is consistent with all related information available, holding to regulatory standards.
I. Listening and adapting to receive instructions, concerns, and spoken/written needs.
J. Demonstrates professionalism in dress, tone, flexibility, and communication.
K. Consistently acts as part of a cohesive team, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively with other employees. Maintains open and respectful communication with others.
L. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Qualifications / Skills
To be successful, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Our team members need to be bondable, pass a background check and possess a valid driver’s license.
Education and/or Experience
- High School graduate or equivalent
- One to three years of retail / customer service experience
- Must be proficient with computers, with basic to intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook required
- Capable of learning credit union's core operating system to access member information to complete transactions.
Work Setting
In-person, not available for remote work
Schedule
Monday - Friday
8am – 5pm
Saturday
9am – Noon (On average, employees work 8 to 9 Saturdays per year with a quarterly set schedule. You can provide input on your preferred Saturdays to work, includes Saturday incentive pay.)
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary dependent on education and/or experience.
Health, Vision, PTO, 401K profit sharing and matching contributions, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flex Plan and 11 paid Federal Holidays.
Language Skills
Excellent communication and public relation skills. Displays a professional image and attitude that promotes M-O Federal Credit Union’s brand and culture. Demonstrated ability to provide remarkable member service and staff support.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time, walking, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. Professional office environment. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, qualifications, efforts, or requirements associated with the position.