Entry Level Union Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Description

Report To: Asst. Branch Manager/Branch Manager

Grade 8, Non-Exempt: $21.97 - $32.96

This role is dedicated to enhancing lives, fulfilling dreams, and building communities by providing exceptional service and meaningful financial guidance to members. Working under direct supervision, the Financial Service Representative 1 (Personal Banker) serves as the first point of contact for members seeking assistance with accounts, consumer loans, and everyday transactions.

This position focuses on building trust through service and education, helping members achieve their goals while learning the foundations of sales within the credit union environment. Responsibilities include opening new accounts, supporting member transactions, assisting with HELOC and consumer loan applications, and maintaining basic knowledge of all credit union products and services-including deposit accounts, loans, and basic IRAs. The FSR 1 role is designed as an entry-level pathway into retail banking, offering the opportunity to grow into deeper relationship and sales responsibilities with experience and training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Contributes to the organization's mission statement and goals by providing the highest quality of service, treating each person professionally - with warmth, courtesy and respect, cross-selling additional services, and making a personal effort to make members feel they belong and are important to the credit union.

Sales Focus:

• Build relationships with members through trust-based conversations to understand financial goals and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Offer credit union products and services to meet member needs while delivering a warm, personalized experience.
• Basic product knowledge across checking, savings, consumer loans, credit cards, online banking, and basic IRAs.
• Consistently meet or work toward individual and branch sales and service goals through meaningful member interactions.
• Participate in ongoing sales training and coaching to develop confidence and product expertise.

Transactional:

• Welcome, listen to, and proactively assist members with transactions and account-related questions.
• Open new accounts, verify and maintain existing accounts, and handle account maintenance needs efficiently.
• Provide accurate and timely teller transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, payments, and account transfers.
• Ensure all interactions are compliant with policies, regulations, and service standards.

Member Support:

• Take and process consumer loan and HELOC applications under guidance, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Assist members in understanding basic lending principles and requirements.
• Support loan closings and follow-up activities as directed.
• Provide information and education on credit union products to help members make informed financial decisions.
• Refer members to appropriate staff or departments for advanced services or specialized needs.

Relationships/Behavior

• Foster partnerships across all Numerica business lines to deliver a consistent and exceptional member experience.
• Maintain a working knowledge of internal policies, regulatory standards, and compliance procedures.
• Effectively incorporates concepts of CARES Principles in daily behaviors and interactions:
• Connect - Create meaningful relationships
• Ask - Be intentionally curious
• Resolve - Actively seek solutions
• Elevate - Never stop improving
• Strengthen - Be the difference

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Developing proficiency in product and service knowledge and the ability to match solutions to member needs.
• Meets or exceeds individual and branch service standards and learning goals.
• Provides accurate, efficient, and compliant member service in all transactions.
• Displays professionalism, reliability, and a strong commitment to teamwork.
• Seeks growth opportunities through training and coaching to expand sales and service capabilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Six months to two years of experience in a customer service, retail, or financial environment.
• Strong interest in learning financial products, relationship banking, and consultative sales.
• Ability to use computer systems for data entry, account management, and communication.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a retail banking or credit union setting.
• Familiarity with account opening procedures and consumer loan applications.
• Ability to meet or exceed performance goals in a service or sales environment.
• Basic understanding of lending principles, deposit products, and IRAs.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• NMLS certification required (or must obtain within designated timeframe).
• Notary Public license required (or must obtain within designated timeframe).

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one situations to members, potential members, and other employees of the credit union.
• Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
• Work involves personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization, generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information, which may require some discussion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and credit union systems such as Symitar.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and sit or stand for extended periods.

Disclaimer: The job description does not imply an employment contract, nor is it intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which the employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business need and at Management's request.

Requirements

Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here-

https://www.numericacu.com/globalassets/images/pdfs/employee-benefits-summary-numerica.pdf

Numerica Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Numerica Credit Union provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with Numerica Credit Union. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Numerica Credit Union's career page at www.numericacu.com as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by calling your recruiter.