Assistant Branch Manager

SUMMARY OF THE JOB

The Assistant Branch Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the branch, ensuring quality customer experiences while delivering results that align with Liberty Bank’s business objectives. This position partners with the Branch Manager to implement strategies and activities to achieve the Bank’s overall goals for their branch. In addition, the Assistant Branch Manager is responsible for growing market share and implementing appropriate strategic sales activities within the team to drive new business.

The Assistant Branch Manager is responsible for building and deepening new banking relationships through coaching of teammates, proactive outreach, and networking.

Additionally, the Assistant Branch Manager is responsible for ensuring operational and regulatory controls are adhered to, including bank policies and procedures related to but not limited to compliance, loss, and security.

• Oversees daily branch operations, provides comprehensive and prompt retail services; participates in daily operational and business development activities to achieve customer service and business growth objectives.
• "Satellite" Assistant Branch Managers will conduct weekly pre-scheduled in-person business calls to acquire and deepen new and existing business relationships.
• Achieves individual sales goals through knowledge of all banking products and services, teammate coaching, consistent behaviors, and accountability.
• Manages account/deposit portfolios of the assigned branch; maintains strong relationships with top customers and seeks to grow and retain these relationships.
• Improves efficiencies and control operating costs. Manages revenue and expenses to assigned budget with a focus on maximizing revenue opportunities and reducing expenses.
• Ensures that audit controls are followed to protect the Bank from unnecessary risk and exposure by supporting compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Resolves complex customer service issues, ensuring quick and proper responses to all reasonable customer requests.
• Develops new business relationships, representing Liberty Bank in professional associations and community networking events to enhance its image and develop additional business/referral sources.
• May oversee Human Resources activities, including but not limited to, recruiting, onboarding, training, delegation of work, performance appraisals, promotions, career development, and salary recommendations.
• Facilitates teammates' career growth through development planning, coaching, and training.
• Models and ensures a positive culture throughout and across the entire branch team as well as with interdepartmental contacts and resources; communicates and models our Corporate Mission and Values and direction to teammates.
• Ensures teammates are informed of any internal policies and procedures changes to ensure compliance.
• Ensures compliance with State and Federal Regulations.
• Adheres to and complies with Liberty Bank policies, standards, operational controls, including legal, corporate, and regulatory procedures to ensure the safety and security of customer and bank assets.

• Promotes a positive image of Liberty Bank; develops and maintains effective business relationships with customers and staff, serving as a liaison between branch and corporate departments.
• Participates in community events and establish relationships for the benefit of the bank.
• Staffs the branch at an appropriate level; maintains schedules to always provide adequate coverage.
• Applies demonstrated knowledge of applicable banking laws and regulations; responds effectively and in a timely manner to organizational, business, and regulatory changes.
• Creates a collaborative environment where teammates are encouraged to share thoughtful, constructive suggestions to promote innovation and efficiencies.
• Ensures branch facilities and equipment are well maintained in support of Liberty’s brand and reputation.
• Analyzes problems and develops sound strategies to provide optimum solutions for all aspects of branch management.
• Performs other duties as requested.

• College degree or equivalent work…