Personal Banker

About the Role The Personal Banker is responsible for delivering exceptional client experience by adhering to our Breakthrough Client Experience Standards. Responsibilities Acquire new and expand existing relationships with clients by asking questions to identify needs, offering appropriate products and services, and referring clients to the appropriate business partners within the bank when needed. Uncover and originate consumer lending opportunities. Provide excellent client service by offering immediate acknowledgement, identifying needs, offering appropriate products and services, and responding to inquiries in a timely manner. Engage clients and prospects in client financial reviews and business financial reviews to provide solutions and uncover additional financial needs. Make recommendations and follow through on commitments to clients. Maintain direct contact with external and internal clients and consistently provide proactive solutions and problem resolutions in alignment with the bank’s Breakthrough Client Service Standards. Open Consumer and Business accounts for existing and new clients. Act as a resource to the Client Service Specialists by contributing to the team environment and filling in on teller functions (including cash transactions) when needed. Support the branch goal of identifying and referring a wide range of bank products and services to the appropriate internal business partners. Resolve client issues and requests, exhibiting strong follow‑through. Build familiarity with business, consumer, and trust entities. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED, required. 1 year of Teller or other banking experience preferred. Basic knowledge of consumer banking and business products and services offered. Ability and desire to actively develop consumer lending skills. Ability to accurately handle cash, balance accounts and drawers, and perform accurate calculations. Proficient in expanding the client relationship with emphasis on creating new relationships and expanding existing relationships utilizing a personal and business bio and rapport with customers. Ability to obtain a Nationwide Multistate Licensing and Registry (NMLS) preferred. Compensation The pay range for this role is $22.00 to $27.00. The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non‑discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process. Benefits Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision plans) 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying contributions Employee assistance program Life insurance Disability insurance Tuition assistance Mental health resources Identity theft protection Legal support Auto and home insurance Pet insurance Access to an online discount marketplace Paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays Primary Location 507 N Mullan Road Spokane Valley WA 99206. Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr