About the Role
Member Advocates are responsible for delivering an excellent service experience by understanding member needs and offering products and services that improve their financial well-being. As the face of the Credit Union, the Member Advocate must be a proactive team member who takes ownership of issues, seeks solutions, and maintains our tradition of excellence.
Responsibilities
- Maintain ongoing product and service knowledge to identify and meet member needs through needs-based conversations, follow-through, and outreach.
- Meet or exceed individual and branch product sales goals by proactively identifying member needs, recommending appropriate solutions, and following up to ensure satisfaction.
- Research and resolve basic member inquiries related to all Credit Union accounts, products, and services.
- Provide a high-level enhanced member experience by going the extra mile.
- Follow through with members to provide a WOW experience.
- Perform balancing duties and process accurate transactions according to standard operating procedures and regulations.
- Process authorized data changes on membership accounts.
- Educate members on self-service options.
- Complete assigned reports, tasks, and projects within established guidelines and timeframes.
- Contribute to a team environment by showing respect and support, practicing positive and respectful workplace communication, and fulfilling commitments.
- Partner with branch leadership and cross-functional departments to maintain operational integrity while mitigating risks.
- Maintain the Credit Union’s tradition of excellence by taking ownership, being reliable, and being solution-focused.
- Actively participate in business development activities, such as community events, local partnerships, and networking opportunities, to build relationships and generate new membership and lending opportunities.
- Participate in Team Huddles and contribute improvement tips and share latest news.
- Perform other work as requested by the Branch Manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Experience in a Universal Agent role at a financial institution; credit union experience a plus.
- At least 2 years of experience in a customer service role; experience with cross-selling preferred.
- Previous cash handling experience in a financial institution is preferred.
- Passion for serving members and helping them achieve their financial goals by anticipating needs and advising on products and services.
- Ability to manage time efficiently and enjoy being productive.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trusting relationships.
- Act as an advocate for members.
- Ability to quickly learn and effectively use financial systems, software, and digital tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- Flexibility to work at other branch locations as business needs require.
- Demonstrates critical thinking and effective decision-making skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a high-paced environment.
- Takes a consultative approach to problem resolution.
- Has a sense of ownership and thinks like an owner; is solution-oriented.
- Is a self-starter; willingness to take initiative.
- Demonstrates strong learning agility and courage to seek out assistance.
- High emotional intelligence – Empathetic.
- Possess and demonstrate active listening skills.
- Must be a team player, seeking to collaborate.
- Outgoing/Personable/Persuasive/Influencing.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
- May occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include the ability to adjust focus.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills
- Cross-selling
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Interpersonal skills
- Financial systems
- Microsoft Office products
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Active listening
- Collaboration
- Persuasion
- Influencing
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years of customer service experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $33.00 to $49.00 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k) and Employer Match
- Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
- Annual Incentive/Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 11 Paid Holidays + Competitive PTO package
- Home & Consumer Loan Program (Discounted Rates)
- Professional development and training programs
- On-demand personal coaching resource
- Wellness Program (Discounted Gym Membership)
About the Company
- SF Fire Credit Union was founded in 1951 and has grown to $1.7B in assets with a membership across San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties.
- The credit union values shared trust, continuous innovation, competitive rates, and excellent member service.
- SF Fire Credit Union has approximately 200 employees.
- The company culture defaults to trust, embraces feedback, and desires to innovate.
- The company vision is to help empower members to accomplish their dreams and build lasting financial security.
Equal Opportunity
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
