Member Service Specialist I at First Heritage Federal Credit Union | New York, US | Rezi

Member Service Specialist I at First Heritage Federal Credit Union

Member Service Specialist I

First Heritage Federal Credit Union · New York, US

5 days ago

Member Service Specialist I

First Heritage Federal Credit Union · New York, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

First Heritage Federal Credit Union is seeking a Member Service Specialist I to accurately process financial transactions and serve as an information resource for customers. This role provides friendly, professional, and confidential assistance, ensuring a positive customer experience and minimizing wait times.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately process financial transactions for checking, savings, and loans.
  • Verbally confirm intended transactions with members to ensure needs are met and minimize errors.
  • Balance cash drawer daily and notify supervisor of any outages.
  • Process member requests for services such as money orders, certified checks, and check orders.
  • Cash checks according to Credit Union policies and federal regulations.
  • Assist other departments and branches with transactions as needed.
  • Provide support to managers in fulfilling member requests and merchant verifications.
  • Comply with all company policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
  • Remain flexible with hours, including Saturdays, and serve as backup retail coverage in all branches as needed.

Requirements

  • A high school degree or GED is required.
  • Cash handling and customer service experience is strongly preferred.
  • Must be capable of climbing/descending stairs in an emergency situation.
  • Must be able to operate routine office equipment including telephone, copier, facsimile, and calculator.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to work extended hours whenever required or requested by management.
  • Must be capable of regular, reliable, and timely attendance.
  • Must be able to perform job functions independently or with limited supervision.
  • Must be able to work effectively either on own or as part of a team.
  • Must be able to read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions.
  • Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence.
  • Must be able to use basic math skills and spell accurately up to a high school graduate level.
  • Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization.
  • Must demonstrate the highest levels of customer service and discretion when dealing with the public.
  • Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines/requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace.
  • Must be able to effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities.
  • Must be capable of exercising the highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.

Skills

  • Product knowledge
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Courtesy and tact
  • Basic math skills
  • Accurate spelling

Location

  • Multiple branch locations

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • Entry Level
  • 6 months performance and training completion for promotion

Education Level

  • High school degree or GED

Salary/Compensations

  • $18.25 - $18.75/hour

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Generous 401(K) contributions
  • Exceptional health/dental/vision plans
  • Educational assistance program
  • Support for external and internal leadership programs

About the Company

  • First Heritage Federal Credit Union is a leading employer and financial institution serving its communities.
  • Dedicated to the success and financial well-being of members and team members.
  • A strong, growing, dynamic organization with total assets over $800 million.
  • Operates nine full-service local locations.
  • Dedicated to being an employer of choice.

Equal Opportunity

  • EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETERANS/DISABLED