Development Associate

Description

We’re looking for an Employee Development Associate to partner with leaders across the Bank to support employee development, onboarding, training initiatives, and career growth. This role plays a key part in shaping the employee experience—from day one onboarding to long-term development planning.

As an Employee Development Associate, you’ll be at the heart of our learning and development efforts, including:

• Deliver engaging Day One onboarding for new hires at our Bangor Training Center or Damariscotta location
• Partner with training team members to support onboarding and training across multiple locations
• Collaborate with the Training & Education Manager to develop and enhance training materials for all roles
• Administer and expand the Bank’s use of Predictive Index (PI) beyond hiring, including:
  • Maintaining accurate PI data
  • Preparing coaching packets, team profiles, and analytics for supervisors
  • Supporting team building, coaching, and employee relations
• Coordinate PI training and support leaders in applying insights effectively
• Work with supervisors to identify development opportunities and create individual or group development plans
• Research and create educational and career development opportunities for employees
• Manage and grow key programs, including:
  • “Walk a Day” job shadowing program
  • Summer Internship Program
  • Bank-wide mentoring program
• Recommend and coordinate employee attendance at banking schools and professional development programs
• Represent First National Bank at career fairs within our footprint
• Pitch in on additional projects that support our people and culture

Requirements

Required Skills:

· Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

· Clear written and verbal communication skills

· Customer-centric mindset with understanding of community banking culture

· Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently

Education, Training, and

Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Direct customer contact experience desirable

· Banking and Predictive Index experience preferred

· Experience with Jack Henry or similar system preferred