Client Service Specialist jobs in Yakima, WA

This role supports our Mattawa, Sunnyside, Othello, and Yakima branches. Reliable mode of transportation required; mileage reimbursed.

About Us:

Umpqua Bank is headquartered in the Pacific Northwest with 5,000 employees and offers banking services to customers throughout the nation. It’s an especially exciting time to join our team as, following the recent merger with Columbia Bank, we have grown to become a leading western-based regional bank with more than $50B in assets under management and an unwavering commitment to our associates, our customers, and our communities.

We create a great place to work by offering a special brand of relationship banking and by providing a culture where associates thrive. Associates who embody our core values fit in well here and we are eager to meet candidates who demonstrate behaviors that align with Trust, Ownership, Growth, Empathy, Teamwork, Heart, Enjoyment, and Relationships.

About the Role:

In this role, you will work on assignments that are routine in nature where limited judgment is required within a geographic area, but not limited to one facility.

• Process a variety of routine financial transactions including check cashing, withdrawals, deposits, and loan payments.
• Balance cash drawer, counting currency and coin accurately.
• Assist customers in determining the types of account that will meet their financial needs.
• Open and process all types of deposit and loan accounts including complex retail products such as consumer loans, VISA merchant accounts, and small business loans.
• Cross-sell other bank services and refers customers to other departments as appropriate.
• Answer questions and/or resolves complex technical problems on customer accounts.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrate compliance with all bank regulations that apply to your position and keep up to date on regulation changes.
• Maintain working knowledge of our policies and procedures regarding the Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security, and other regulations that apply to your position.

About You

• Cash handling experience.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel software applications and ability to operate a variety of office equipment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, use tact and diplomacy; maintains professional dress and demeanor.
• Demonstrated sales skills.
• Valid drivers' license.
• Completion of high school, vocational training, or equivalent.

Work Style:

Our Benefits:

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits. The pay range for this role is $18.00 to $20.00, and the pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Umpqua Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@umpquabank.com

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Umpqua Bank. Umpqua Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Umpqua Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Umpqua Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.