Universal Banker I
First Carolina Bank
Apply to this jobDescription
Join Our Team—Where Service, Trust, and Community Matter
At First Carolina Bank, our Universal Bankers are the face of the bank and the foundation of our customer relationships. Every interaction matters. If you’re customer-focused, detail-oriented, and motivated by helping people manage their financial lives with confidence and care, this role offers meaningful impact and growth within a trusted community bank environment.
Why You’ll Love This Role
• You’ll build lasting relationships with customers and serve as a trusted financial resource
• You’ll work in a collaborative, team-based branch environment
• You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of banking products, services, and systems
• You’ll develop strong operational, compliance, and customer service skills
• You’ll be recognized for accuracy, professionalism, and reliability
• You’ll have opportunities to grow your career within retail banking
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, values consistency and precision, and takes pride in doing things the right way.
Where You’ll Spend Time
• Assisting customers with daily banking transactions and account needs
• Processing deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, transfers, and official bank items
• Maintaining accurate cash handling and balancing responsibilities
• Supporting branch operations, documentation, and audit readiness
• Collaborating with branch leadership and fellow Universal Bankers
• Identifying customer needs and making appropriate referrals to senior banking staff
Work is performed in a fast-paced, customer-facing branch environment that values professionalism, accuracy, and teamwork.
What Makes You a Great Fit
• You enjoy working directly with customers and providing exceptional service
• You are detail-oriented and comfortable following established procedures
• You communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• You balance teamwork with the ability to manage tasks independently
• You are dependable, organized, and take ownership of your work
• You adapt well to change and are open to learning new systems and services
What You’ll Do (Highlights)
• Deliver prompt, accurate, and courteous service to customers in person, by phone, and electronically
• Process a variety of financial transactions with precision and confidentiality
• Maintain balanced cash drawers and support branch cash controls
• Perform account maintenance and verify required documentation
• Explain and promote bank products and services based on customer needs
• Support branch operations, audits, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with training and cross-training of team members as needed
• Uphold all bank policies, procedures, and risk management standards
Qualifications
Required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior banking or financial services experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with basic computer systems and Microsoft Office
Preferred
• Experience in a retail banking or branch environment
• Familiarity with core banking systems and online banking platforms
• Some college coursework or banking-related education
Benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• Paid time off and company-observed holidays
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance programs
• Opportunities to serve and support local communities
Risk Management Requirements
This position requires adherence to Workplace Policies, Code of Conduct, privacy and information security standards, and all applicable Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), and USA PATRIOT Act requirements. Employees are expected to operate within authorized limits, follow established controls, and actively support efforts to protect customers, the bank, and our communities.
Our Core Values
Enterprising – We find responsible solutions that serve our customers and communities
Intentional – We do what we say we will do, with care and consistency
Responsive – We act promptly and thoughtfully to meet customer needs
Considerate – We treat everyone with respect, professionalism, and integrity
#JoinOurTeam #UniversalBanker #RetailBanking #CommunityBank #CustomerService #BankingCareers
Requirements
Position Purpose:
· This position is responsible for serving customers by managing information, financial transactions, and documents in an organized, efficient, and secure manner.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Represent the Bank by assisting customers in a prompt, efficient, accurate, courteous, and professional manner in person, through the drive-thru, through email or written communication, and/or over the phone
· Assist with balancing discrepancies amongst Universal Banker Is
· Assist Branch Supervisor in maintaining vault cash, reports, and drawers
· Balance and service ATM (if applicable)
· Service Night Depository (if applicable)
· Ensure cash shipments and orders are placed on time
· Ensure teller line has adequate coverage, especially during short-staffed periods (lunch, vacation, unexpected absences, etc.)
· Assist with training/cross-training of Universal Banker I
· Assist Branch Supervisor in overseeing monthly branch audit schedule
· Accept checks and cash for deposit or withdrawal on savings and checking accounts
· Receive and accurately process payments for loans
· Transfer requested amounts between customer accounts
· Place holds on accounts according to the First Carolina Bank Teller Policy
· Process Cashier’s Checks, Stop Payments, and Wires as requested by customer
· Accurately balance cash drawer at end of day
· Answer customer questions and inquiries
· Perform maintenance on accounts upon customer request
· Enter credit card applications into CUE
· Enter merchant service referrals through the Axiom portal
· Verify customer documentation is completed accurately and sent to the appropriate department for processing
· Explain and promote bank products and services to customers
· Make customer referrals to Universal Banker III and gather requested documentation
· Set up and service existing and new online banking customers
· Sort incoming mail and process outgoing mail
· Assist other Universal Bankers, Branch Supervisor, Senior Banking Officer, Market Executive/President, and Loan Officers as needed
· Assist with other duties as assigned by senior management
Authority, Impact, Risk:
· Official Check Authority
· Wire Signing Authority
· Check Cashing Authority
· Comply with all requirements, policies, and procedures of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and attend all mandatory BSA training as needed for this position
· Complete all required compliance and regulatory training, not limited to BSA
· Building an understanding of the Silverlake system including online banking platform
Key Relationships:
· Close partnership with Universal Banker IIIs, Branch Supervisor, Senior Banking Officer, and Market Executive/President
· Partnership with Managing Director – Retail Delivery, Product Management, & Marketing, Retail Operations Manager, and Retail Operations Specialist
· Routine interaction with other department heads across Operations, IT, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Sales
· Strong customer interaction
Managerial Accountability:
· Supervise Universal Banker Is if Branch Supervisor is unavailable
Working Conditions:
· Ability to work in fast paced environment
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to work under tight deadlines
· Ability to operate information terminal and other standard office equipment
· Ability to foster a positive work environment
· Limited Travel
Time Allocation:
· Customer Transactions……………………………35%
· Assist with teller duties & balancing……….30%
· Maintenance to Accounts…………………..….25%
· Verifying and Scanning Documentation….10%
Job Specifications:
Position adheres to confidentiality policy, code of ethics and knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act and best practices and other pertinent Regulatory laws and regulations.
Required:
· High School Diploma or equivalent
· At least 2 years of banking experience
· Relevant computer skills
Preferred:
· Some college
· JHA Silverlake experience
Risk Management Requirements:
Understands and adheres to Workplace Policies, Code of Conduct, privacy, and information security guidelines. Understands and adheres to Anti-Money Laundering, Bank Secrecy Act, and Compliance with the USA PATRIOT Act policies and procedures applicable to position, completing any supporting requirements within defined timeframes. Acts within authorized limits and delegated authorities and role applicable policies and procedures. Follows processes and controls to protect shareholder interests. Mitigates risk to the bank and customers by following all applicable security procedures.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans/Disabilities
Summary
Manage financial transactions, assist customers, promote bank products, and support branch operations.
Job title
Universal Banker I
Experience level
2+ years
Minimum experience
2+ years exp
Industry
banking
Location requirements
Virginia Beach, onsite, remote not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Virginia Beach, VA, USA