Chief Banking Officer

Job Description Chief Banking Officer (CBO) Western Illinois | $135,000–$165,000 Base Salary + Excellent Benefits Our client is a well-respected, financially sound community bank seeking a Chief Banking Officer (CBO) to help lead the next phase of growth and expansion. This is an onsite executive leadership position located in Western Illinois, approximately 2 hours west of downtown Chicago and less than an hour from the Iowa border. The bank operates a network of community-focused branches throughout Northwestern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin and has built a strong reputation for customer service, community involvement, and employee engagement. This role reports directly to executive leadership and will have significant visibility with the executive team and Board of Directors. The successful candidate will help shape the future direction of the organization while leading retail banking, customer experience, deposit growth, treasury relationship development, and community engagement initiatives. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Highly visible executive leadership role Opportunity to help define and shape the future of the organization Direct interaction with executive leadership and Board members Strong community banking culture with local decision-making Established market presence with growth opportunities Leadership team committed to investing in people, technology, and customer experience Opportunity to make a measurable impact without the bureaucracy of a large national institution Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth Develop and execute strategies to drive deposit growth across all customer segments Partner with executive leadership to establish annual goals, branch performance targets, and market expansion initiatives Identify opportunities for organic growth, customer acquisition, and market share expansion Evaluate competitive trends, customer needs, and market opportunities Retail Banking Leadership Oversee all aspects of consumer banking, including branch operations, customer experience, sales performance, staffing, coaching, and electronic banking adoption Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Retail Banking leaders and future executives Foster a culture centered around accountability, relationship-building, teamwork, and exceptional customer service Treasury, Wealth & Business Banking Partner with commercial banking leadership to deepen treasury management relationships and customer engagement Support and enhance private banking and wealth management offerings focused on business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and centers of influence Promote collaboration across all business lines to deliver a seamless customer experience Community & Market Presence Serve as a visible ambassador for the bank throughout its markets Build relationships with local businesses, community organizations, and civic leaders Support initiatives that strengthen the bank's reputation as a trusted community partner