Assistant Branch Manager I (Ward Branch)

Job Description

Under the direction of the Branch Manager, this position assists with the execution of market strategy to meet financial goals, while providing the best possible customer and employee experience, personifying and furthering the Bank of Hawaii Brand, and overseeing branch operations.

Responsibilities

• Works with Branch Manager to interpret the market and brand strategies and customer experience expectations for the mix of employees on the team so the branch becomes a hub of activity supporting the programs and each individual understands that this is accomplished by how they are, rather if they merely complete a list of tasks. Accountable for performance of branch. Supports and assists the Manager in the monitoring, evaluation and critique of own and staff performance relating to customer (including lobby engagement) and employee experience. Personifies the branch programs and goals. Communicates regularly and often with branch staff on one and in groups to reinforce expectations, praise and redirect, answer questions, etc. Involves and engages team members, encouraging them to speak up, learn from each other, customer interaction, and business unit experts brought in to provide services for or to educate customers. Teaches staff about providing the best customer experience for all segments. Identifies and resolves or escalates customer situations.
• Personally meets regularly with each team member from hire or transfer to check status, set career goals and establish/adjust development plan. Sets appropriate sales, work performance and development goals and meets regularly to evaluate performance against those goals. Meet regularly with team to discuss customer experience, set goals and develop performance measures. Evaluate team performance. Use coaching, role playing, etc. to achieve desired behavior. Notice potential conflict between team members and counsel before serious problems arise. Resolve, involving Human Resources if necessary. Use each job opening to identify and acquire the best possible talent complementary to team. Responsible for the timely and effective management of Human Resources forms and documents relevant to immediate staff.
• Responsible for the day to day operation of the branch-staffing, scheduling, customer service, sales and service, operational risk, compliance, etc. In the absence of the Branch Manager assumes branch manager responsibilities.
• Responsible for interaction with high net worth clients, identification of high value clients, sales and service, introduction or hand off to business unit specialists, and issue resolution or problem escalation. Trains branch staff to identify high value customers and to recognize difficult problems or issues which should be referred to Manager or business unit specialists, without requiring customer to repeat entire story too many times. Works with Premier Banking Officer (if any), Community Banking Officer and Community Banker on procedures to determine if individual is current customer, name of relationship manager, and when to refer to Manager or business unit.
• Responsible for compliance with Bank policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations. Keeps current on legal changes and new requirements, new products, etc. Provides regular training and updates for team. Responsible for complying with audit recommendations, identifying and monitoring high risk activity at branch.
• Represents Bank of Hawaii in the community served. Identifies community activities and encourages staff to be involved in community service activities. Learns what the community is interested in. Finds events that serve the community. Invites all employees who live in the market to participate. Attends after hour and weekend community events.
• Performs all other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry. If not yet registered, registration to be completed and accepted no later than 30 days from employment or transfer date. If not registered and accepted, employment may be terminated.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited l institution, major in business or related area preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Leadership and management experience to include understanding of retail and small business markets in Hawaii, as well as financial services industry and regulatory environment. Minimum 3 - 5 years of related retail banking experience or equivalent work experience. Degree with major in business or related area can substitute for up to 3 years of experience. Completion of the Bank Associate program may also substitute for work experience. Minimum 1 - 2 years of lead/supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency and advanced expertise with personal computers in a networked environment and Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) or similar software. Knowledge of or ability to use Bank software.
• Other Job Qualifications: Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills. Must be a good listener and problem solver, who inspires trust in others. Able to build strong working relationships and partnerships across organization with a collaborative and consultative approach. Must be able to develop relationships with direct reports who work at different locations. Should have strong project management and organizational skills, required to execute and complete projects on-time. Able to simultaneously manage multiple projects and assignments with varying deadlines. Possesses strong intellectual curiosity, business acumen and knowledge of market. Able to work flexible hours including holidays, weekends and evenings as necessary. Must be able to provide own transportation or to operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license, and able to commute and arrive at intended destination timely. May require travel by air. Able to lift/carry/push up to 10 lbs.

As a Bank of Hawaii employee, you ensure (or assist with ensuring) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, regulatory requirements and Bank policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to Fair Banking, Anti-Money Laundering laws and regulations, Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT Act.

Delivering exceptional customer experiences is at the heart of what we do at Bank of Hawaii. We listen, understand and deliver what our customers need to help them build a better tomorrow.

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