Teller, Finance & Banking

About the Role

As the first point of contact for most clients, Tellers play a key role in delivering on the bank's Breakthrough Client Service Standards. Under the guidance of the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager, the Teller’s primary responsibility is to ensure banking transactions are performed accurately, ethically, and in compliance with Columbia Bank procedures and banking regulations. The Teller also maintains and enhances client relationships through meaningful conversations that uncover client needs and identify opportunities to provide additional bank products and services.

• Perform teller transactions and cash handling functions for clients with accuracy and confidentiality (e.g., deposits, withdrawals, cash advances, payments, transfers, check cashing, and balancing cash drawer).
• Support daily branch integrity tasks, such as double custody in balancing the ATM, processing night drop deposits, balancing negotiable instruments, processing returned mail, balancing the credit card machine, and updating lobby rate sheets and brochures.
• Mitigate risk by ensuring safekeeping of money in the cash drawer and prompt accounting or transfer of funds.
• Interact with external and internal clients, anticipate needs, provide proactive solutions, and resolve problems in alignment with the bank’s Breakthrough Client Service Standards.

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• At least 1 year of previous banking or customer service experience (preferred).
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to learn and comply with all Bank policies, procedures, and systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with written numbers, words, and verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to build relationships with clients and other bank associates.

• Pay range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and location.
• Eligibility for a performance‑based incentive compensation program.
• Competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays.
• Benefits eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.
• Professional development through tailored premier banker programs and clear career growth paths.

73 Northeast Estes Street, 1st Floor, White Salmon, WA 98672 – Ability to work fully onsite at the posted location.

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability or any other applicable protected status or characteristic.

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