Citizens Republic Bancorp
Job Opportunity Bulletin 09-1563

Job Title:                Branch Manager
Department:          Retail Banking
Location:                Manitowish Waters

Description of Position:

Responsible for efficient and effective consumer banking sales, service delivery and relationship management as defined by consumer deposits, loans and number of customers. Leading both the internal and external sales effort in the branch through personal involvement in generating client contacts, identifying customer needs and proposing appropriate services and products. Developing and achieving annual sales plans for the office in concert with the District Executive. Maintaining excellent service levels by effectively allocating staff resources within the branch. Developing and achieving annual operating budgets and supporting business plans for the branch. Ensuring compliance  with bank wide standard operating practices within the branch. Resolving local sales and service problems in a timely and effective manner. Escalating unresolved issues in a timely, accurate and responsible fashion to appropriate Executives. Evaluating and coaching branch staff, preparing performance plans for staff and overseeing the development of performance plans. Exercising the usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations and terminations. The branch manager will participate from time to time in District meetings and will be assigned other duties and responsibilities as may be required to meet the goals and objectives of the Bank. The Manager is expected to complete continuing education and professional development courses, leadership development and product and service training to ensure skills are maintained and strengthened.

Qualifications:

Previous Sales experience in the Banking / Financial Services industry required. Bachelor's Degree in Business or equivalent work experience.   Previous management experience preferred. Strong knowledge of bank products and services.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Thinks through the client’s perspective and is committed to total client satisfaction.  Experience using PC with a focus on Microsoft Office Applications.  Qualified candidates must have proven success in the following areas; demonstrating results, exceeding client expectations, adaptability, team player and strong relationship builder, reliability and highly motivated.
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Please apply online at www.citizensbanking.com

~An "Equal Opportunity Employer"~

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