Ag Banking Administrative Assistant II

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Administrative Assistant to provide support to our growing Ag Banking team. This in-office position can be based in Sioux Falls, Flandreau, or Chamberlin.

Position Summary :

As an Administrative Assistant for our Ag Banking team, you will support Ag Bankers or function managers along with various departments by performing a variety of administrative and coordination tasks. Responsibilities include preparing complex documents, coordinating activities, and compiling data to produce standard and customized reports that support decision-making. You will apply a basic understanding of banking laws and regulations related to bank operations, ensuring that all duties are performed in compliance with these regulations.

This role requires exercising independent judgment and discretion, making non-routine decisions within established guidelines, and working with minimal supervision. A thorough knowledge of bank products and procedures is essential. Additionally, you will regularly communicate with and provide direct service to customers, ensuring a high standard of professionalism and customer support

In addition, our FIRST Values apply to all teammates without exception.

FIRST Values

• Family – We support, trust, and respect each other, our customers, and our shareholders.
• Independence & Innovation – We embrace change as vital to our success.
• Relationships – We build relationships that are based on strong character, mutual loyalty, trust, and respect.
• Stewardship – We take care of ourselves so we can take care of others.
• Teamwork – We help each other grow and succeed.

Who we are :

The First National Bank in Sioux Falls began its long-term commitment to the Sioux Falls area in 1885. The oldest bank in Sioux Falls owes its longevity to a combination of service, stability, innovation, and family involvement. Over the past 135 years, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls has worked diligently to promote the growth and vitality of our city and the surrounding area. The Bank strives to continually be recognized as a community leader by reinvesting financial resources back into the communities it serves and encouraging active employee involvement in community volunteer organizations.

The First National Bank Way, which is a blend of our Mission Statement and FIRST Values, serves as the foundation of our culture. It is a gift that has been passed down to us and is the legacy that we will protect and preserve. Nothing is more important to us – it is the cornerstone of our success.

Our culture is driven by integrity, service, and strong values; nothing has shaped it more than our FIRST Values.

Our FIRST Values are not just words; they are truly felt by our employees, customers, shareholders, and communities. They tell us who we are as a business and guide our behaviors and decisions as we move forward and build successful relationships.

Although banking has evolved over the years, our mission and values have not and will not change.

What will you do : Accountabilities

File Maintenance

Perform file maintenance in an efficient and accurate manner that aligns with department goals and objectives.

Establish Loan Documents

Create loan documentation that is accurate and in compliance with laws and regulations.

Liaison

Serve as the liaison between lenders and other Bank departments.

Compliance

Maintain a working knowledge of guidelines, policies, laws and regulations associated with work responsibilities. Ensure compliance in processes and related communication(s). Monitor and audit work regularly. Identify, address and / or escalate issues appropriately.

Qualifications

Secondary education in related field preferred. Three or more years of relevant work experience or a combination of education / experience that would enable incumbent to meet accountabilities and required competencies of the position.

Skills and Abilities

What’s in it for you?