Employment Opportunities

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy

• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts
• Redeem Savings bonds
• Process credit card cash advances
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift
• Prepare bank cashier’s checks
• Explain bank services and charges to customers
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff
• Balance ATM and coin machines

CSR duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answering phones
• Troubleshooting a variety of customer issues
• Opening accounts in Navigator/Fiserv (personal & business) including HSA, IRA, & Trust accounts
• Assist customers with opening or renewing Certificates of Deposit
• Closing accounts
• Placing check orders
• Scanning
• Back up each CSR
• Be knowledgeable of Patriot Act

Required Qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy in handling various negotiable instruments
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided)

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts
• Redeem Savings bonds
• Process credit card cash advances
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift
• Prepare cashier's checks
• Explain bank services and charges to customers
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff
• Balance ATM and coin machines

Required Qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy in handling various negotiable instruments
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided)

CSR duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answering phones
• Troubleshooting a variety of customer issues
• Opening accounts in Navigator/Fiserv (personal & business) including HSA, IRA, & Trust accounts
• Assist customers with opening or renewing Certificates of Deposit
• Closing accounts
• Placing check orders
• Scanning
• Back up each CSR
• Be knowledgeable of Patriot Act

Primary Responsibilities:

• Inspect farm operations, analyzing the use of land, labor management and capital, and developing projections used to extend credit
• Conduct field inspections of farming operations at regular intervals to update projections and ensure loans remain properly secured
• Maintain current knowledge of agricultural market conditions and real estate prices to accurately determine valuations in support of loans
• Participate in agricultural associations to aid in developing farm business and keep abreast of conditions affecting the industry, and advise other team members and team leaders of potential customers, changes and problems
• Make decisions involved in farm management, including inspection, annual reports, buying and marketing. Work closely with Trust department in following proper procedure
• Adhere to policy and procedure as established by management
• Make loans within assigned limits; others to be submitted to Officer Loan Committee
• Be able to perform financial evaluations of existing and potential customers to support lending functions, as well as risk rate customers
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Sr. Lending Officer

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field such as Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Two (2) or more years of previous banking experience in agricultural lending or commercial banking .  Pay will be commensurate with experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with computer literacy in Windows, Word and Excel
• Position requires a team player with excellent and effective personal skills
• Must be able to interact with co-workers and the general public in a professional manner
• Be able to maintain respect and confidentiality regarding customer financial information
• Community commitment is a must

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Review existing operations and procedures to ascertain compliance with FSM and/or bank policies, laws and regulations.
• To assist external auditors and coordinate FSM and/or FSB internal audit to help achieve the objectives.
• To plan internal audits and coordinate required activities in such a manner as to efficiently achieve FSM and/or FSB operating objectives as well as audit objectives. This may mean requesting that bank personnel assist with certain audit activities.
• To maintain a professional level of industry and audit proficiency through appropriate training, education and learning efforts.
• Become and remain current on fraud schemes and detection on insider fraud
• Provide support for any fraud investigations
• Communicate the results of the internal audits to appropriate levels of management and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Review daily reports.
•  Any additional job duties that may be requested of you.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledgeable in banking laws and regulations.
• Must be able to prioritize workload and plan work activities as to use time efficiently.
• Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to independently monitor work for quality.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

• Sufficient education, training, and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the above listed knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Qualified candidate must have discipline, Integrity, teamwork, be detail oriented and able to work with little supervision.
• Associate degree required.  Bachelor's degree preferred.

Vista Club Coordinator Essential Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Market Vista Club in First State Bank markets. Work with different venues, and advertising sources such as newspaper, radio, etc. as needed and as budget allows.
• Research, plan and coordinate future Vista Club trips in your market. This will require working with the vendor. You will be responsible for reviewing the contracts of each trip. Trips will be reviewed and approved by the Vista Club Manager.
• Communication is key when working with the other coordinators.
• Must be able to escort day trips as well as extended trips.
• Enjoy working with Vista Club members who are 50 years old or better. Be willing to work with any special needs required for this age group.
• Process deposits/payments for trip. Update check registers on the fileserver. Make payments to vendors.
• Helpful to have knowledge of Publisher to assist in generating the quarterly Newsletter.
• Assist in maintaining all current Vista information on First State Bank’s website.
• Plan and prepare for meetings that will introduce new trips. Also, be able to assemble the information required for Document meetings. This will include organizing the materials needed for the trip such as name badges, venue tickets, tips, additional guidelines, etc.
• Report to the Vista Club Manager on a regular basis the activity of the club, i.e. organize calls/meetings to review the progress of the trips taking place, as well as future trip ideas.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills.
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy.
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts.
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift.
• Prepare cashier's checks.
• Explain bank services and charges to customers.
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality who is detail-oriented, well-organized and self-motivated. This person has the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others.
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to clearly communicate.
• Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Excel, Publisher.
• Strong understanding of marketing, branding, strategy/development and project management.
• Travel industry experience and knowledge preferred but not required.
• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices.
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products.
• Requires being able to multi-task.

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts
• Redeem Savings bonds
• Process credit card cash advances
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift
• Prepare bank cashier’s checks
• Explain bank services and charges to customers
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff
• Balance ATM and coin machines

Required qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices.
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others.
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers.
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products.
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy in handling various negotiable instruments.
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided).

Required Qualifications:

• Will be required to work from the Mendota office
• CPA is preferred or possess strong accounting knowledge and experience, including:
  • Experience with regulatory filings and agencies
  • Knowledge of banking regulations and Accounting standards
• Ability to implement software changes, as needed
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (specifically in Excel) and Fiserv (preferred)
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to details
• Ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently and adhere to confidentiality

DUTIES will include but not be limited to:

• Assist with the day to day operations of the HR functions and duties, as assigned.
• Become familiar with First State Bank’s HR management system, currently UltiPro/UKG in order to prepare and maintain employment records.
• Responsible for payroll processing, including computing wages, confirming employee salaries are accurate and paid on schedule.
• Assist with conducting benefit enrollment process.
• Address employee relation issues, including but not limited to, work complaints, employee concerns.
• Perform file audits to ensure that all required employee documentation is collected and maintained.
• Analyze policies to ensure compliance with legal requirements, including both Federal and State.
•  Assist in developing job descriptions for job postings internally, as well as on the bank website and Indeed.
• Maintain compliance with First State Bank’s Affirmative Action Plan.
• Must be able to protect confidentiality of applicants and employees at all times

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be able to prioritize workload and plan work activities to use time efficiently.
• Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in employment law (i.e. federal, state, Affordable Care Act, HIPAA, Affirmative Action, etc.).
• Knowledge and ability to use applicable software systems to meet work needs.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Sufficient education, training, and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, which would typically be acquired through:

• Associate degree in HR-related field required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• At least 2 to 4 years of related administrative experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to):

• Provide support to the lenders to assist in loan closing, loan documentation, loan modifications, and loan servicing. Participate in and adhere to processes to expedite the loan closing and servicing functions, providing professional and dependable support.
• Responsible for booking loans, processing pending loans and related duties in commercial loan documentation and processing efficiently, accurately and in adherence to loan documentation regulations and guidelines.
• Ensures timeliness and accuracy of all loan disbursements, collection of all fees, controls of advances, proper documentation in place to support disbursements, and reconciliation of disbursements with proper internal controls.
• Responsible for the collection and maintenance of customer information. This includes updating and maintenance of tracking systems and the generation of periodic reports. Responsibility includes maintenance of all credit files in an acceptable manner.

Additional Functions: 

• Attends Loan department meetings as assigned.
• Prepares various Loan department reports as assigned.
• Participates in Loan department projects and initiatives.
• Responsible for security cameras and detailed searches when required.
• Responsible for scheduling the calendar for employees.
• Assist with Farm Management projects.

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts.
• Redeem Savings bonds
• Process credit card cash advances
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift
• Prepare bank cashier’s checks
• Explain bank services and charges to customers
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff
• Balance ATM and coin machines

Required Qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices.
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others.
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers.
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products.
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy.
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided).

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills.
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy.
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts.
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift.
• Prepare cashier's checks.
• Explain bank services and charges to customers.
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices.
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others.
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers.
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products.
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy in handling various negotiable instruments.
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided).

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills.
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy.
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts.
• Redeem Savings bonds.
• Process credit card cash advances.
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift.
• Prepare bank cashier’s checks.
• Explain bank services and charges to customers.
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff.
• Balance ATM and coin machines.

Required Qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices.
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others.
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers.
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products.
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy.
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided).

Teller duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receives cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements. Examines cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit bills.
• Cashes checks for customers after verifying identification and checking account balances in accordance with bank policy.
• Enter transactions into the Fiserv teller product and issue customer receipts.
• Redeem Savings bonds.
• Process credit card cash advances.
• Count cash balance at beginning of shift and balances cash and checks against computer records at end of shift.
• Prepare bank cashier’s checks.
• Explain bank services and charges to customers.
• Observe suspicious behavior and reports any such activity to head teller and/or security personnel as appropriate. In the event of a robbery, remains calm and follows bank procedures to safeguard customers and staff.
• Balance ATM and coin machines.

Required Qualifications:

• Willing to learn bank policies, procedures and general banking practices.
• Requires a mature, professional person with an outgoing personality, and the ability to conduct themselves with tact, courtesy, and have a genuine desire to serve others.
• Possess the necessary judgment that is required to assess, interpret and meet the needs of customers.
• Represent and promote the bank and its various banking products.
• Requires multi-tasking while paying attention to detail and accuracy.
• A thorough knowledge of forms and proper use of them in processing the various transactions is essential (training will be provided).