Branch Manager I

Overview Role: To direct the operations of a small to medium-sized remote bank facility, ensuring the branch meets organizational financial, operational, service, and growth plans. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Underwrites loans within authorized levels; reviews loan underwriting decisions of subordinate personnel (30%) Directs, develops, motivates, and disciplines branch personnel; administers performance evaluations and recommends appropriate personnel actions (15%) Monitors branch operating results relative to established objectives and ensures corrective actions for unsatisfactory conditions (15%) Maintains communications with main office; prepares and submits standard reports; attends scheduled management meetings (10%) Represents the branch in relationships with customers, business, community and civic organizations, suppliers, other financial institutions, and similar groups (10%) Controls past due and charged-off accounts for the branch (5%) Monitors all branch activities to ensure compliance with bank policies and procedures (5%) May serve as backup to customer service representative (5%) Performs other related duties as assigned (5%) Performance Measurements To comply with the bank's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics To meet or exceed annual budgeted operating and growth plan; maintain/improve the financial stability of the branch To maintain the confidentiality of customer and other sensitive information To be punctual and have regular attendance To maintain and develop a qualified staff to meet customer needs To keep management informed regarding key operating issues To provide friendly, prompt, professional, and accurate service and support To have sufficient familiarity with bank products and services to discuss them intelligently with customers and make appropriate recommendations To develop the skills and knowledge of department/branch staff; conduct performance reviews and foster development To acquire and maintain working knowledge of regulations and bank procedures; comply with Bank Secrecy Act and other laws To develop and maintain community business partner relationships To complete required training and undertake additional training to increase knowledge and productivity To develop and maintain a positive and productive working relationship with department/branch staff Knowledge and Skills Experience: Five to eight years of similar or related experience Education: (1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g., IT certifications in lieu of a degree) Interpersonal Skills: Work involves extensive personal contact; ability to motivate, influence, and train others; foster sound relationships with external entities Other Skills: Operate a 10-key calculator, typewriter, and computer keyboard Good communication skills Physical Requirements: Frequent movement within office; constant use of computer and office equipment Work Environment: Professional office environment; may require travel to branches; routine use of standard office equipment Location: First Farmers and Merchants Bank, 260 North Ellington Pkwy., Lewisburg, TN 37091 Education Level: (1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) formal certifications recognized as equivalent to a bachelor’s degree Job Type: Full Time EEO information: VEVRAA Federal Contractor; Request Priority Referral of Protected Veterans; EOE; Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact: Robert C. Matthews, email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr First Farmers Bank