Lead Teller -1st Shift

Be a problem solver, trusted advisor, and partner to the people and businesses in our KeyBank communities. As a Lead Teller, you act as a resource in identifying and resolving client servicing issues, serve as the primary troubleshooter for complex problems and client service needs, and enhance client relationships with Key by providing distinctive quality service in branch. Lead Tellers ask questions and listen to clients to uncover financial needs and transition clients to a banker to have a deeper financial wellness conversation. Lead Tellers help observe and provide coaching to Tellers to enhance the client experience and operational effectiveness and are responsible for day-to-day Teller scheduling, staffing issues, and branch compliance with regulatory, security, and internal audit controls. At KeyBank, we believe it's our opportunity and our privilege to help our clients move forward in their financial journey. We take pride in serving our clients and making them feel that no bank will fight harder for them.
Assumes responsibility for the efficient, effective, and accurate performance of teller functions while coaching other tellers to do so as well in an in-person branch setting.
Listens for clues for financial wellness opportunities during client conversations, and then appropriately transitions the clients to a Banker.
Assists clients in achieving their financial goals and objectives through the use of financial wellness tools.
Attends and participates in in-person morning huddles and end-of-day debriefs.
Follows compliance, audit, and security procedures, balances cash drawer within balancing guidelines.
Manages day-to-day duties for the branch teller line, including scheduling of tellers, observing, and providing coaching to tellers to enhance effectiveness, and overseeing branch operational standards; provides direction and guidance for branch staff on operational/regulatory procedures.
Reviews and maintains knowledge of product guides, fees, and policies to stay current on offerings.
Supports the Branch Manager in onboarding and training new Tellers to the team.
Work on Saturdays as directed by management
Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key’s clients and Key.
High School Diploma , GED, or equivalent business experience (required)

Work Experience
Minimum of 3 years' experience in cash handling (required)
Working knowledge of PC with Windows based applications and calculator (required)
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and foster teamwork (required)
Demonstrated organizational skills while managing multiple tasks (required)
Knowledgeable about the client’s accounts and business with the bank and uses sound judgment with clients and transactions.
ATM, Online and Telephone Banking).
Excellent time management skills.
Managing the daily activities of the teller line, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of transactions, maintaining compliance with banking regulations, and providing exceptional client service
Accurately and securely processing of cash transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and balancing cash drawers at the end of each shift
Helping clients achieve their financial goals through education and the use of financial tools
Consumer Retail - Prolonged Standing (5-8 hours per day), frequent use of hands to manipulate/grasp objects, ability to communicate face to face and on the phone with clients, occasional bending and lifting from floor height, frequent forward reach, frequent lifting of 1 – 10 lbs., This position is eligible to earn a base hourly rate in the range of $18.75 - $25.00 per hour. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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