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This is a very exciting time in the world of financial services. It's a very competitive industry and we are committed to providing the best customer service and products, the best in efficiency, and the best in stability and security — for our employees, our customers and of course our shareholders.

Our greatest asset is our people. Therefore, it is vital that we attract, train, retain and motivate the very best qualified employees to serve our banking and investment clients. West Bank and our investment company, WB Capital Management, seek service-minded candidates to join our financial services team. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and recognize and value the diversity of our employees, customers and business partners.

West Bank and WB Capital Management invite you to search our job bank for a career suited to your talents.

 

Available Positions:

 


Business Development Officer / Trust Department

Contact:

Jill Hansen
West Bank
Ph. (515) 222-2305
Fax (515) 222-5760
Email: jhansen@westbankiowa.com

Position Summary:
Identifying, calling on, qualifying, and closing prospects for new business for the trust department

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Solicit new business through networking with financial, legal, and accounting professionals in a position to refer business, calling on prospects, presenting proposals, and following up with prospects and referral sources.
  • Participate in marketing efforts of non-trust bankers and investment advisor sales officers to cross-sell trust services. Refer prospects to appropriate bank departments for other bank services, keeping the entire enterprise in mind to provide solutions to prospects.
  • Develop marketing plans and counsel with senior management and marketing department to coordinate efforts with Bank's marketing plans.
  • Develop and present seminars, or participate in other public speaking opportunities to enhance visibility of the Trust Department.
  • Provide input in development of fee schedules for services provided by the Trust Department, reviewing competitive information and counseling with senior management regarding implementation of any changes.
  • Participate in continuing education related to trust administration, financial and estate planning, through in-house or external training opportunities.
  • Read industry publications, attend seminars, and attend local professional group meetings and conferences to keep abreast of the latest events, techniques, and products.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA, CFA, CFP, JD, CPA, or other advanced education/certification preferred
  • Ten or more years experience in financial planning, estate planning, or related financial services field, with an emphasis on relationship development and sales
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Sufficient professional and community relationships to enable candidate to develop referral sources and identify prospects efficiently and effectively

 

Teller

Employee Type:

Part-time

Hours:

2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Mon.-Fri., Sat. 7:15 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

Base Pay:

$10.00 per hr.

Contact:

Ruby Pleva, 2nd VP/Teller Manager
West Bank
Ph. (515) 223-2312
Fax (515) 223-2346
Email: rpleva@westbankiowa.com

Job Description:

Tellers must represent West Bank in a friendly, professional manner and extend high-quality customer service to all clients. Teller responsibilities include: cashing checks, accepting deposits and loan payments, making change, filling customer cash orders, processing withdrawals, selling travelers checks and U.S. savings bonds, being alert to expressed customer needs and suggesting appropriate services, processing all transactions accurately, and balancing a cash drawer daily.

Candidate Requirements:
  • High School degree or equivalent required. AA degree preferred.
  • Prior cash handling experience required.
  • Candidate should possess organizational skills, meet and greet the public in a professional manner, communicate effectively with a diverse client base, and show attention to detail.
Employment Requirement:

Candidates will be subject to a drug screening.

 

West Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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