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Gesa Credit Union

Personal Financial Representative (Personal Banker)

Gesa Credit Union, West Richland, Washington, United States, 99353

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Location: Richland, WA. Hourly salary range: $19.50 – $29.86. Full‑time entry‑level position.

Take a leap and join our team! At Gesa we believe in the power of our people. Coming from all walks of life, our team members’ individual stories and unique experiences are our most valuable asset. We succeed by uniting our collective compassion and commitment to empowering our communities.

Role Summary The Personal Financial Services Representative (PFR) is an entry level position that assists members by establishing new member relationships, opening consumer deposit accounts, maintaining accounts, taking credit applications, reviewing credit reports, working through loan documentation, closing loans, and serving as a Notary Public. The PFR fluidly transitions between customer service tasks and branch support as an MSA or Sr. MSA, and deepens member relationships through referrals, follow‑ups, and outbound calls.

What You Will Be Doing

Provide exceptional member service to all whom we serve.

Resolve member concerns, provide prompt resolutions, and follow up. Escalate complex issues to senior team members.

Maintain a core understanding of financial literacy, products, and services, and converse fluently with members.

Recommend appropriate products/services to deepen member relationships and refer to other team members as appropriate.

Make outbound calls to members to establish, grow, and nurture member relationships.

Ensure branch equipment is functioning properly and report non‑repairable issues to leadership.

Assist non‑members with establishing membership.

Accurately take consumer lending applications.

Review credit reports, obtain approvals, and submit loan documentation.

Close loans and communicate next steps to members.

Discuss IRAs and HSAs with members and non‑members and meet predetermined goals.

Process international and domestic wire requests.

Act as a Notary Public and perform notarial services in accordance with state regulations and credit union policies.

Monitor cash activity to ensure bank limits are followed.

Open consumer deposit accounts and perform account maintenance.

Place cash and supply orders, balance vault cash, and maintain ATMs.

Review and process overrides/approvals within authority while minimizing risk.

Mentor and help train new Member Service Associates (MSAs).

Assist leadership with branch certifications, cash drawer audits, cash drawer overages, and OFAC reports.

Perform transactions and service requests on member accounts accurately and timely.

Accurately follow all cash handling procedures and balance the cash drawer daily.

Issue, record, and file monetary instruments and reports in accordance with the Bank Secrecy Act.

Assist members with Digital Banking enrollment, navigation, resets, and maintenance.

Assist members with complex and sensitive fraud disputes.

About You

Professional written and verbal communication.

Make sound decisions that minimize risk in a timely manner.

Ask open‑ended and clarifying questions to understand member needs and deepen relationships.

Display professional interpersonal skills toward members, the public, colleagues, and leadership.

Respect and support diversity in the workplace and our membership.

Complete assigned training programs accurately and on time.

Participate in and support a team environment.

Perform work to a reasonable, acceptable standard, including attentiveness to detail.

Exercise discretion and sensitivity when assisting with member transactions.

Qualifications

Education: High School Degree (or equivalent) required.

Experience:

Sales/relationship building experience required.

Cash handling experience preferred.

At least one year of customer service experience preferred.

Notary Public.

Demonstrate and support credit union values and service standards.

Attend and engage in community events on behalf of the credit union.

Maintain confidentiality, control risk, and manage operations in accordance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity and ethics.

Report for work on time and maintain regular attendance.

Some travel may be required.

Proficient with varying levels of technology.

Our Team Member Value Proposition

Competitive Pay.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.

20 days/year accrual of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays.

401(k) Match.

Incentive Program.

Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment.

Commuter Benefits.

Paid Time Off to Volunteer in the Community.

Product discounts.

Engaging Work Environment.

Rewards and Recognition Programs.

Full Salary Range Richland, WA: $19.50 – $29.86 per hour. Most new team members typically start between the minimum and midpoint based on experience and qualifications.

Get wise to what’s possible with a career at Gesa. Join us!

Disability Accommodations We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact the HR Department at (509) 378‑3100 or hrmail@gesa.com to request an accommodation.

Gesa Credit Union reserves the right to revise or change the job description as the need arises. This job description is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Selected candidate(s) must be able to pass a pre‑employment credit/background check.

Gesa Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Equal Employment Opportunity (gesa.com)

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