Account Opening Specialist

About Company:

More than 130 years ago, we started with core values that never go out of style: listen, learn and help businesses and individuals reach their goals. Our financial strength and stability are key reasons Forbes names us one of the Best 100 Banks in America the past eight consecutive years and Newsweek names Banner one of the Most Trustworthy Companies the past four years. With more than $15 billion in assets and over 150 locations throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California, we understand our role in the economy and take that responsibility seriously. In addition to offering a source of capital to personal banking clients and businesses of all sizes, we place a high importance on employee volunteerism and donate millions of dollars each year to community organizations.

Job Summary of Account Opening Specialist:

As a Account Opening Specialist for Banner Bank you will provide an excellent experience for clients acting as the face of the Bank and process transactions accurately and efficiently. Assist clients in achieving their financial goals by actively referring Bank products/services and sell Bank products and services via in-person and telephone conversations. You’ll maintain a high level of personal reliability and punctuality and work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.

Qualification of Account Opening Specialist:

• 3 or more months of job-related experience including cash handling, client service and sales required
• Previous Teller experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills; basic skills in math, negotiation, and problem solving
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; proper phone and email etiquette
• Good interpersonal and relationship building skills; excellent customer service skills
• NOTE: higher levels of experience may be considered for a higher-level role in the same job.

Our Process:

• Complete a rudimentary application form and address a few prompts
• Take a swift test to help us better comprehend your approach to tasks
• Coordinate a discussion over the phone with the hiring manager or recruiter
• Engage in an interview with the manager and a couple of essential team members at the company's location
• Secure a deal if it meets the requirements of both you and Banner
• Start working after a background check and kick-off an amazing career

Benefits of Account Opening Specialist:

• Commencing hourly payment scope (depending on individual skill set)
• The employee benefits program is holistic, covering medical, dental, vision, long-term disability (LTD), short-term disability (STD), and life insurance benefits
• Employees have access to paid vacation days, sick leave, and are granted 11 paid holidays by the company
• Employees have access to a 401k retirement savings plan with an accompanying option for an employer match that can reach 4% of the employee's contribution
• Tuition reimbursement

The ethos of Banner Bank centers around promoting inclusivity in the workplace, ensuring that all competent candidates are given fair employment opportunities irrespective of their race, religion, or marital status.

Banner Bank does not welcome unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms regarding any job opportunities listed on this website. If a third-party agency or search firm submits a resume to a Banner Bank employee without a valid written agreement, the bank will claim ownership of that resume. Banner Bank will not compensate any agency or search firm for referring a candidate who is hired without prior solicitation.