Business Banking Assistant at First PREMIER Bank in Watertown, South Dakota

Job Description:

Location: Watertown, SD

Shift: M-F 8am - 5pm

Job Schedule: Full-Time

Company: First PREMIER Bank

About the Role

Assist and support the Business Banking function.  Enhance relationships through customer service, product knowledge and financial analysis.

Job Duties and Responsibilities 

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  Obtain essential pre-closing documents needed for lender to make necessary lending decisions. Request/coordinate proper documentation needed from customers.

  
  


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  Responsible for preparing/updating loan files to ensure the bank has timely and accurate financial and collateral information.

  
  


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  Input customer information in bank systems to facilitate credit requests.

  
  


• Develop and prepare individualized loan packages.


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  Prepare documents for offsite storage and record retention within guidelines.

  
  


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  Communicate with Risk Management pre and post close to verify that bank security standards are met.

  
  


• Attend all compliance training, assist in training lenders as needed.


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  Assist in preparing documents requested for all internal audits, external audits and fed exams.

  
  


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  Responsible for processing customer transfers including deposit account and loan transactions.

  
  


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  Open deposit accounts and cross sell ancillary products.

  
  


• Expected to be well versed on all bank products to ensure customer satisfaction.


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  Act as a point of contact for employees and management.

  
  


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  Review customer’s current relationship with FPB to help determine appropriate ancillary product recommendations.

  
  


• Answer incoming customer calls and forward to appropriate staff members.


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  Assist and support bank administration with operational issues and document revisions.

  
  


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  Assist in the completion of special projects and attend task force meetings as scheduled.

  
  


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  Attend continuing education to keep current on changing regulations.

  
  


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  Schedule meetings, appointments, on and off site.

  
  


• Coordinate activities and events including customer appreciation events.

Skills and Qualifications 

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  Must possess basic understanding banking. 

  
  


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  Combination of education/experience that would enable incumbent to meet essential functions and required competencies of the position.

  
  


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  Basic PC skills and proficiency of the English language. 

  
  


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  Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

  
  


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  Ability to exercise independent judgment and exercise discretion regarding confidential matters. 

  
  


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  Adapt and prioritize within a constantly changing environment. 

  
  


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  Ability to concentrate and work independently. 

  
  


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  Attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills. 

  
  


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  Capacity to learn, adapt to change, and become proficient quickly. 

  
  


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  Ability to handle stress, exercise self-control, adheres to company policies and procedures and upholds the PREMIER Way.

  
  

Competitive Benefits Package

• Full medical benefits when working 20+ hours per week


• Traditional and High Deductible health plan options available


• FREE dental and vision coverage


• Generous Paid Time Off plans


• 401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of total compensation


• Special discounts and offers for events at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center


• PREMIER Wellness Program


• Paid Community Volunteer Hours – PREMIER averages 30,000 hours per year


• Fun Employee Parties

Our Culture

• Emphasis on personal success, respect, health, wellness, fun and giving back


• Employees are rewarded, valued, and celebrated for hard work


• Various Career advancement opportunities and growth


• Appreciation is shown through concerts, outdoor bashes, cash, car giveaways and more

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