Job Summary
Position Summary: The Deposit Operations Specialist is primarily responsible for ensuring that the various duties associated with retail and deposit operations are performed completely, accurately, and in a timely manner. This role works closely with the Retail and Digital Deposit Operations Manager(s) performing a wide range of retail and deposit operations support duties. Retail support may include non-mortgage consumer lending products such as the credit builder loan and associated bundles. Because this position involves the review of account, customer, and employee records, confidentiality and discretion are critical to every task. The Deposit Operations Specialist will report to the Retail and Digital Deposit Operations Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
● Adhere to all Bank policies and procedures.
● Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling account, customer, and employee records.
● Process garnishments, levies, subpoenas, and other legal process in coordination with the Legal Department, and perform related account maintenance including deposit holds.
● Perform and validate account maintenance duties including deposit rate changes, wiring of funds, interest adjustments, waiving of fees, and other maintenance.
● Review and validate procedures and processes used by Deposit Operations and the Branch to confirm adherence to Bank policy, and immediately report any errors, potential risks, or concerns, together with any recommended changes, to the Retail and Digital Deposit Operations Manager(s).
● Perform duties associated with CDARS and ICS as needed, including but not limited to loading new and renewed accounts, performing required transactions, interest transfers, and monthly reporting.
● Assist Branch, BSA, Accounting, Loan, and Call Center staff with operations-related challenges. Identify and report ongoing challenges, risks, or potential training opportunities to the Retail and Digital Deposit Operations Manager(s).
● Foster relationships across all Grand Bank departments.
● Execute and perform escheatment and dormant account verification as assigned.
● Review new accounts for checking, savings, certificates, and retirement plans to confirm that all coding and documentation is correct, including document images in the Bank's imaging system. Track and report exceptions.
● Complete return item management (RIM), automated clearing house (ACH), Regulation CC holds, remote deposit capture, and early closure or charge off activities daily.
● Identify, document, and escalate potential suspicious activity to the BSA Officer in accordance with the Bank's BSA/AML Policy.
● Review reports daily to monitor customer activity, transactions, and customer maintenance records. Report operational inconsistencies and trends to the Retail and Digital Deposit Operations Manager and escalate potential suspicious activity to the BSA Officer.
● Identify and report resource constraints and process gaps, with recommended solutions for overall improvement and stability.
● Identify trends or potential issues relating to teller losses, check fraud, fee waivers, and other assigned key areas, and elevate areas of concern along with proposed solutions or ideas for improvement.
● Support consumer loan products related to the Digital and Branch platforms, including adjusting holds, closing accounts, and account maintenance.
● Comply with the Bank's BSA/AML Policy, the privacy and safeguarding requirements of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, and all applicable state and federal banking regulations.
● Complete assigned training related to applicable products, services, and banking regulations in a timely manner.
● Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
● High school diploma or equivalent is required.
● Three (3) or more years of banking experience, ideally in branch banking, digital banking, and deposit operations roles.
● Advanced knowledge of branch banking and deposit operations procedures.
● Trustworthiness and the ability to act with integrity.
● Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
● Ability to task switch, meaning shifting focus from one task to another and back to the original task, which is critical to this position.
● Strong problem solving skills.
● Excellent verbal communication skills.
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
● Thorough understanding of and commitment to quality customer service.
● Always present a professional image and positive attitude.
Preferred Qualifications
● College degree from an accredited institution.
● One to two (1-2) years of core system experience.
● One to two (1-2) years of digital bank support.
● One (1) year of Fiserv EFT experience, or a comparable system.
● Experience with Web Capture SCO, Reclamations, IntraFi, Client 360, Bond Redemptions, and Card Management, or comparable systems.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, to speak or hear, and to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, including extended use of a keyboard and mouse. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus, including prolonged review of documents and computer screens. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Grand Bank offers a competitive salary along with the following benefits:
● 401(k) and Profit Sharing
● Health Insurance
● Dental Coverage Plan
● Vision Coverage Plan
● Disability Insurance
● Life Insurance
● Paid Time Off
● Community Service PTO Match (Bank approved)
● Tuition Reimbursement
Job Type: Full-time
Location: On-Site, Hattiesburg
Pay: Based on education and experience.
About Grand Bank for Savings, FSB: Grand Bank is exploding with growth and on the fast track to becoming a leader in providing affordable, innovative financial products to our customers throughout the U.S. Our mission is to deliver cost-effective financial tools to give our customers better ways to borrow, spend, and save. We thrive on creating solutions to help our customers live healthier financial lives and improve their relationship with money. From saving for retirement to buying their first home, whatever stage of life they are in, we are with them every step of the way.
Chartered in 1968, Grand Bank has a rich history of thinking out of the box to offer unique products to meet the needs of our customers. We value our team members and all they bring to the table. If you’re enthusiastic about delivering customer-focused solutions with a digital edge to help others build solid financial health, you want to work for us. You’ll discover a career full of excitement, challenge, purpose, and opportunity at Grand Bank. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse, talented, and engaged team.
We offer competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join our team today!
Equal Housing Lender / Member FDIC
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Banking: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
