Branch Manager
Transit Employees Federal Credit Union (TEFCU) Washington D.C., United StatesBranch Manager
Transit Employees Federal Credit Union (TEFCU) is a member-focused, community-driven financial institution dedicated to serving the employees of transit agencies and their families in the Washington, D.C. region. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional financial services with a personal touch, backed by a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Branch Manager to lead daily branch operations, inspire a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional member service. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening member relationships, driving operational excellence, supporting lending activities, and ensuring compliance within a collaborative credit union environment. If you are passionate about leadership, service, and community banking, TEFCU is the place for you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Branch Operations & Member Services- Oversee all daily branch operations, including branch readiness, security, maintenance, and cash management.
- Ensure smooth and accurate processing of member transactions and balancing procedures.
- Deliver and support exceptional member service across accounts, transactions, digital banking, and inquiries.
- Resolve escalated member concerns professionally and maintain strong member relationships.
- Monitor branch performance and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and member satisfaction.
- Ensure compliance with all credit union policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct branch audits, reporting, quality control reviews, and operational assessments.
- Collaborate with internal departments to support branch initiatives, audits, and operational goals.
- Supervise, train, coach, and motivate branch staff to achieve individual and branch goals.
- Establish clear expectations and monitor employee performance and accountability.
- Foster a positive, service-driven, and collaborative team culture.
- Support employee development through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities.
- Conduct regular staff meetings and performance evaluations.
- Support consumer lending activities, including loan origination, processing, and member education.
- Interview applicants, explain lending options, and recommend appropriate products and services.
- Approve, deny, or escalate loans within assigned authority limits.
- Ensure loan documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with regulations and internal policies.
- Promote credit union products and services through relationship-building and cross-selling initiatives.
- Assist with branch budgeting, operational planning, and efficiency initiatives.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement operational enhancements.
- Support branch growth initiatives, marketing campaigns, and community engagement efforts.
- Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to maintain branch functionality and service quality.
- Ensure branch materials, systems, and communications reflect current products, services, and policies.
- 5–7 years of experience in financial services, banking, or credit union operations, including leadership experience.
- Proven experience managing branch operations, member services, and lending functions.
- Strong background in team leadership, employee coaching, and performance management.
- Experience with operational efficiency initiatives, budgeting, and process improvement.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance, audits, and risk management practices within financial institutions.
- Experience with loan origination, processing, and approvals preferred.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong member service orientation and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences.
- Proficiency with banking or credit union systems, digital banking platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Must be available to work extended hours as needed
- Must be available to work 1–2 Saturdays per month
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with 5% company match
- In-Person