Job Description

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About connectFirst Credit Union

As a credit union, we\'re different than a bank - and we like it that way.

At connectFirst, we spend our days helping our members achieve their financial aspirations through a community-focused approach to banking that\xe2\x80\x99s true to our co-operative principles. You\xe2\x80\x99re our member, not a number. We\xe2\x80\x99re your neighbours and your partner. Over 80 years ago we started from humble beginnings. Through the years, we\xe2\x80\x99ve grown to become one of Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s leading financial institutions through a desire to connect the dots between your dreams, your goals, your community, and your financial wellness and we echo these desires through our new, consolidated connectFirst brand.

We believe that banking is about more than money - it\xe2\x80\x99s a cornerstone of every vibrant community and that our members should expect us to positively impact the financial success and viability of the communities that we call home. We invest meaningfully in the potential and well-being of our employees, and what matters most to our members. We have honest conversations about real things, as real people. Our members are owners, they have a say in how we operate, they earn dividends on common shares and investment shares, and they have access to an extensive array of financial products and services.

• Our mission: Make money make a difference.
• Our vision: Do what\'s right for every member.
• Our values: Think big, act local, take charge, and make it easy.

We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to providing remarkable experiences to our members, our communities, and our employees, and we\xe2\x80\x99re proud to be regarded as one of the best:

• Named among Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Most Admired Corporate Cultures\xe2\x84\xa2 by Waterstone Human Capital
• Recipient of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Managed Companies award for 21 consecutive years
• $12.3 billion book of business (Deposits=45%, Loans=43%, Wealth Management=10%, Syndicated Loans=2%)
• 750 employees
• $585 million in Member\'s equity

Key Accountabilities:

• Provides exceptional member service that builds trust through responsive service and support to deliver what is right for every member, while balancing the interests of the credit union.
• Processes a variety of cash and non-cash member service transactions including deposits, withdrawals, payments, account updates, balances, money orders, credit card advances, calculations of foreign and domestic exchanges, cheque cashing, electronic funds transfers, and account closures.
• Builds trust with members, resolves routine problems with member accounts and refers complex questions to the appropriate internal personnel.
• Applies policies and procedures in daily activities to meet safety, legal and privacy requirements.
• Accountable for area security and internal security audits.
• Educates and demonstrates to members how to use other service delivery channels such as digital and self-serve with the goal of making it easy.
• Provides support to other branch team members such as making outgoing calls to members, composing routine member correspondence and reports, completing compliance and/or audit activities, completing end-to-end processes related to ATM and night deposits, reconciling branch reports (dependent on branch location), etc.
• Assists with opening/closing duties such as balancing of branch daily transmittals, reconciling ATM and night deposit contents, and provides support in administering branch cash services with the associated risk management and control policies.
• Acts as joint custodian on specified combinations; rents, controls, and provides access to safety deposit boxes; maintains related records.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all credit union products and services in order to foster business development through service excellence and product knowledge.
• Promotes and participates in branch campaigns and initiatives.
• Acts as the accessible middle ground between the convenience and flexibility of supporting transactions through automation and providing additional personal advisory member service.
• Conducts interviews with members and provides information on the full range of loan, investment, and deposit products and services to meet their needs and further relationships. including making referrals to Wealth Management, IB & Ag, and Corporate &Commercial Banking, by analyzing member needs and recommending products or services.
• Makes recommendations and processes appropriate documentation associated with the sale of all credit union products based on policies and procedures; ensuring application of appropriate rates and service charges.

Experience and/or Educational Requirements:

• 3 - 4 years experience in a customer service or administrative role.
• 1 - 2 years experience in retail banking with a demonstrated strong ability to build member relationships.
• Knowledge of deposit products, including deposit accounts, term deposits, registered accounts, etc.
• Basic investment experience considered an asset.
• Demonstrated achievement of sales and referral targets.
• Proven informal leadership experience.
• Experience utilizing technology and mobile banking applications.
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of courses such as CUIC courses, Credit Union Service Representative Accreditation, etc.
• Working towards or completed a certificate, diploma, degree or designation program.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong computer skills; able to pick up new and existing programs related to the job quickly.
• Strong communications skills; both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, analytical, organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Good influencing and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong aptitude for numbers, with fast and accurate data entry skills.
• Good knowledge of the broader financial services industry, and competitors products and services offerings.
• Good financial literacy.
• Good investigative skills for uncovering member needs.
• Strong aptitude and competency using digital solutions.
• Excellent agility and adaptability.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note applications will only be accepted online and only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

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