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Pathfinder Bank

Customer Service Specialist

Pathfinder Bank, Syracuse, New York, us, 13235


Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your local community? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging work environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Pathfinder Bank!

About Us:

At Pathfinder Bank, we take pride in being more than just a financial institution - we are a community-focused bank committed to building lasting connections in Central New York. As a key player in our Market, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the people and businesses in our community while developing long-lasting, trusted relationships.

Why Join Us:



Community-Centric:

Your role at Pathfinder Bank goes beyond being a trusted financial advisor; it's about actively contributing to the growth and prosperity of the local community we serve.



Collaborative Environment:

Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and engaging work environment where your ideas are valued, and teamwork is celebrated. We believe that together, we can achieve more.



Employee Support:

We understand the dedication and hard work our employees put in, and we are committed to ensuring you feel supported, appreciated, and rewarded for your contributions.



Flexibility:

Enjoy the flexibility of a family-friendly work environment that understands the importance of work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:



Relationship Building:

Cultivate and strengthen personal and business relationships within the local community. As a Customer Service Representative you will be "face of Pathfinder Bank".



Customer Service:

Lead by example and inspire those around you to deliver exceptional service. Your interactions with internal and external customers will be instrumental in creating a positive and inclusive environment.



Local Touch:

Embrace the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique needs and aspirations of our local community. Your insights will guide our efforts to provide tailored financial solutions.



Identify Needs:

Interacting with customers and creating relationships is how everyone here at Pathfinder Bank can help turn dreams into reality.

What We Offer:

• A fulfilling and rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, medical (including virtual care and work-life balance services), vision, and dental insurance, a 401K with a generous match, tuition reimbursement, banking discounts, and more!

• The chance to be part of a bank that believes in bringing out the best in its talent.

Requirements

Summary/Objectives

Customer Service Specialist (CSS) is responsible for coordinating and supervising all aspects of the CSR operations within the branch to ensure the daily activities of the CSR are performed in a timely and courteous manner. This includes managing the daily customer service operations of the branch, implementing staffing schedules, vault/cash management, performing CSR duties and identifying customer needs and cross-selling products and services to help meet those needs. Actively participates in the branch incentive program promoting and participating in a sales and service culture. Provide working leadership and guidance to CSR staff through assignment of work and by providing technical guidance.

Essential Functions

Deliver exceptional customer experiences including proactively greeting customers, smiling, using their name, and ending each interaction (whether in person or phone) by saying, "Thank you for banking with Pathfinder Bank." Maintains confidentiality of all customer records and documents.Process a variety of retail and commercial transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, and check cashing, in an accurate and efficient manner. Assist with support work.Promotes the Bank's products and services and refers customers to the appropriate sales personnel. Answers customers' routine banking questions; refers complex inquiries to management.Supervises, coaches, and mentors all CSR's and assists or advises employees in the performance of their duties. Oversee and process all retail banking transactions for personal and commercial customers.Maintains cash supply at each CSR station, vault and oversees vault security and teller alarm equipment.Ensures compliance/adherence to all policies, procedures and federal regulations in order to attain a satisfactory or better branch audit.Participate and assist CSR staff in identifying customer needs and matching needs with appropriate product or service, as well as making qualified referrals to other team members, including across lines of business.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, printers and filing cabinets.

Required Education, Experience and QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent3+ years bank experienceABA Supervisor Certificate completed or equivalent along with another non-required ABA Certificate (or equivalent)CSR Supervisor trained and 3-6 months working shifts as supervisor on dutyKnowledge of basic platform duties including the ability to open accounts and process loansEffective rating or higher on annual performance reviewsExcellent customer service and communication skillsKnowledgeable on CSR duties and bank policies and procedures (balancing, how to find differences, etc.)Good leadership, training and coaching skills

Salary Description

$17-$21/hour