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Identify and sell products and services, provide personalized financial education to enhance member experience, and achieve individual and departmental goals.
Ensure accurate processing of member transactions in alignment with department and Credit Union processes and procedures, maintaining operational integrity and a high standard of service. Maximize accurate service delivery by effectively transitioning between tasks in a fastpaced environment.
Review member transactions, applications, and account activity for red flags such as unusual deposit or withdrawal activity, account access anomalies, and high-risk application indicators; ask clarifying questions to verify identity and intent; and promptly escalate concerns to the Fraud Department to ensure timely investigation and resolution, protecting both members and the Credit Union.
Process business account transactions using tools to mitigate risk while ensuring a thorough review of each member's unique financial position to successfully make product and service recommendations or referrals to business partners.
Operate within two separate cash drawers on two separate systems while ensuring accuracy and efficient member service, demonstrating proficiency in Credit Union tools and supporting others as needed.
Promote and guide members in using Credit Union technology, enhancing their experience and empowering them to manage their finances with ease and confidence.
Engage in branch, organizational, and self-paced training to strengthen competencies within the role while building skills and abilities required for future growth and readiness.
Utilize thorough review of each member's unique financial position during transaction processing, onboarding and outbound calling to further develop relationships with members, prospects, and new account applicants, offering products and services with measurable success, identifying and closing deposit opportunities and referring loan and digital products.
Engage with members and prospective members through community events to build relationships and grow the branch.
Support crossdepartmental operational needs by performing designated tasks to enhance efficiency, maintain productivity, and contribute to service and growth across the Credit Union.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent.
Availability to work during branch hours, including Saturdays, and to support other locations to meet needs across the branch network.
CompetenciesCore Competencies that must be demonstrated by all Credit Union employees include Communicate, Navigate Change & Evolve, Solve Problems & Make Decisions, Plan, Prioritize, and Achieve, and Collaborate.
Functional CompetenciesMember Sales
Product Knowledge
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Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
Financial Services Specialist West Side Branch
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Financial Operations Specialist specializes in foreseeing or carrying out financial transactions or other routine operations that are influenced by compliance needs. Requires some knowledge of accounting, billing, customer service and contracts. Helps businesses and their customers resolve financial billing and reconciliation issues.
$58,937 / year median in Michigan
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Description Position Summary:
The Financial Services Specialist role is responsible for providing superior member experience that leads to increased member engagement and satisfaction with the Credit Union. The Financial Services Specialist will deliver personalized service, making product and service recommendations after a thorough review of each member's unique financial position. Financial Services Specialists respond to member requests while recommending additional products and services that elevate the member's financial wellbeing and perform these tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Financial Services Specialists are responsible for problem solving to find the optimal solution for the member while mitigating risk to the member and Credit Union.Work Arrangement:
This position is scheduled for an onsite presence at the West Side Branch.Schedule:
This position requires working a standard 40 hour week during Branch hours of operationsMonday- Thursday 8:45am
- 5:45pmFriday 8:00am
- 6:15pmRotating Saturdays 8:45am
- 1:15pmEmployees work every other Saturday and receive a consistent day off during the week to offset their hoursScheduled hours could change based on business need and future department growth.
Compensation & Benefits:
Starting at $20/hour dependent on experience100% Company-Paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability PremiumsUp to 26 days of PTO within your first year, as well as Volunteer Time Off & 11 Paid Holidays401(k) with a company matchTuition ReimbursementUp to 12 Weeks of Paid Parental LeaveLearn more about our benefitshereEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Services SpecialistActively listen to uncover each member's stated and unstated financial needs, conduct a comprehensive analysis of their financial profile, and recommend tailored solutions that support their long-term financial well-being, while successfully cross-selling complimentary products and services that meet their needs.Identify and sell products and services, provide personalized financial education to enhance member experience, and achieve individual and departmental goals.
Ensure accurate processing of member transactions in alignment with department and Credit Union processes and procedures, maintaining operational integrity and a high standard of service. Maximize accurate service delivery by effectively transitioning between tasks in a fastpaced environment.
Review member transactions, applications, and account activity for red flags such as unusual deposit or withdrawal activity, account access anomalies, and high-risk application indicators; ask clarifying questions to verify identity and intent; and promptly escalate concerns to the Fraud Department to ensure timely investigation and resolution, protecting both members and the Credit Union.
Process business account transactions using tools to mitigate risk while ensuring a thorough review of each member's unique financial position to successfully make product and service recommendations or referrals to business partners.
Operate within two separate cash drawers on two separate systems while ensuring accuracy and efficient member service, demonstrating proficiency in Credit Union tools and supporting others as needed.
Promote and guide members in using Credit Union technology, enhancing their experience and empowering them to manage their finances with ease and confidence.
Engage in branch, organizational, and self-paced training to strengthen competencies within the role while building skills and abilities required for future growth and readiness.
Utilize thorough review of each member's unique financial position during transaction processing, onboarding and outbound calling to further develop relationships with members, prospects, and new account applicants, offering products and services with measurable success, identifying and closing deposit opportunities and referring loan and digital products.
Engage with members and prospective members through community events to build relationships and grow the branch.
Support crossdepartmental operational needs by performing designated tasks to enhance efficiency, maintain productivity, and contribute to service and growth across the Credit Union.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent.
Availability to work during branch hours, including Saturdays, and to support other locations to meet needs across the branch network.
CompetenciesCore Competencies that must be demonstrated by all Credit Union employees include Communicate, Navigate Change & Evolve, Solve Problems & Make Decisions, Plan, Prioritize, and Achieve, and Collaborate.
Functional CompetenciesMember Sales
- Effectively leverages opportunities and generates leads to cross-sell products and services with integrity, supporting member needs while achieving individual, department, and organizational goals.
- Prioritizes and acts on the needs of members and employees.
Product Knowledge
- Demonstrates knowledge of products, services, and relevant details offered or supported within the position.
- Includes knowledge of relevant external and internal policy and compliance procedures.
- Takes proactive and prompt action to.