What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bank Branch Manager position at Liberty Bank & Trust Co?
Bank Branch Manager – New Orleans, LA
Liberty Bank and Trust, America’s first billion-dollar Black-owned bank, has proudly served communities across 11 states for over a century. We are building a team of mission-driven individuals committed to empowering people, businesses, and communities to thrive. By providing access to financial tools and services, we help achieve goals like homeownership, business growth, and financial education. Whether it’s a community, a burgeoning business, or untapped talent, we believe in the possibility of financial freedom. To find out more about our financial solutions and our community impact, visit us at https://www.libertybank.net.
We have a fantastic opportunity to join the New Orleans, LA market's Liberty Bank and Trust branch team.
Your Responsibilities as the Bank Branch Manager will include:
- Oversee and direct branch activities to ensure profitability and operational efficiency.
- Directly supervises employees in branch operations, carrying out supervisory responsibilities according to the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Address customer banking needs relating to new and existing accounts.
- Confer with customers and representatives of local businesses to evaluate current usage and promote improved and expanded services.
- Promote and cross-sell bank products and services as appropriate to customer requirements.
- Develop plans to use internal resources, equipment, and employees efficiently.
- Open new accounts, receive initial account deposits and ensure all new accounts are properly processed.
- Explain various bank services available, i.e., checking, savings, IRAs, Certificates of Deposit, etc., to customers; define the advantages and limitations of each program.
- Approve checks within the authority level.
- Accept loan and credit card applications.
- Participate in the recruiting process and make hiring decisions on job applicants.
- Set employee goals and regularly evaluate performance.
- Provide ongoing employee training.
- Perform other related duties as requested.
To thrive as the Bank Branch Manager, you should have:
- 2-3 years of banking experience as a branch manager, assistant branch manager, or lead teller at a financial institution.
- 2-3 years’ experience managing others, coaching, and leading a team; a working knowledge of banking principles, compliance, and practice.
- Must be able to make independent decisions and solve problems within the bank policy and compliance guidelines.
- Microsoft Office and Banking Software.
Liberty’s Bank and Trust’s Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:
As you might expect, we value every member of our team. That's why we offer competitive pay and an extensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Solid Work/Life Balance, including PTO and paid holidays
- Financial wellness, including an FSA 401K and match, Educational Reimbursement, and Life Insurance
- Family assistance, including Adoption Assistance and EAP/Health and Welfare Assistance
- Growth opportunities, including Training and Development and Leadership Development
- Substantial perks, including Online Marketplace* discounts on a variety of goods and services, ERG/ Ambassador Group, and Free and reduced-rate bank services
We do our best to ensure Liberty Bank and Trust is an incredible place to work and build a career. We want you to learn, grow, and share in the success you help create.
We want to hear from you if you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
