Job Information
Byline Bank Teller in River Forest, Illinois
About Byline Bank:
Headquartered in Chicago, Byline Bank is a full-service commercial bank serving small- and medium-sized businesses, financial sponsors and consumers. Byline Bank has approximately $9.6 billion in assets and operates 46 branch locations throughout the Chicago and Milwaukee metropolitan areas. Byline Bank offers a broad range of commercial and community banking products and services, including small-ticket equipment leasing solutions, and is one of the top Small Business Administration lenders in the United States according to the national SBA ranking by the U.S. Small Business Administration by volume FY2023. Byline Bank is a member of FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.
At Byline Bank, we take pride in being an award-winning workplace. Some of our recent recognitions include:
U.S. News & World Report named Byline Bank as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the Midwest in 2024-2025
Best Workplaces in Illinois in 2024 by Best Companies Group and Illinois SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)
Forbes America’s Best Small Employers 2023
By joining our team, you will become part of an organization that values growth, collaboration, and innovation. We strive to create an environment where employees feel supported and are empowered to excel in their roles. If you're looking for a career with a company that puts people first and makes a difference in the communities we serve, Byline Bank is the place for you.
About the Opportunity:
At Byline Bank, we're looking for hardworking, client-focused individuals to join our dynamic team. As part of our organization, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our clients and make a real difference in the communities we serve. If you're passionate about delivering quality service and thrive in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, let's connect to discuss the Teller opportunity today!
The Teller is responsible for interacting with customers and delivering a high level of customer service by processing customer transactions. Duties include following bank policies to ensure ethical business practices, greeting customers and helping them with their needs and speaking with customers about new products and other offerings.
Byline Bank Tellers are expected to periodically travel to other branch locations to help with staffing coverage. Tellers are expected to demonstrate scheduling flexibility, demonstrate an openness to new ideas and identify process improvements. Business dress as outlined in the Byline Bank dress code is mandatory.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Customer Service
Adheres to service standards/expectations.
Answers branch phone/electronic inquiries according to etiquette standards for the Bank.
Provides service to all customers and prospective customers, following the Bank’s service standards and guidelines.
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with customers and employees.
Sales
Meets or exceeds monthly sales production goals for products and services as assigned by manager.
Demonstrates in-depth product and services knowledge.
Identifies cross-selling opportunities by assessing customer needs and explaining product features and benefits. Identifies and refers business regularly.
Operational Responsibilities
Organizes and balances cash drawer daily and adheres to the cash limit policy and usage procedures.
Follows proper policy regarding the processing of transactions: deposits, withdrawals, check cashing, savings bonds, tax payments, traveler’s checks, cash advances, etc.
Maintains customer confidentiality, adheres to Bank Security Act and Privacy Policy. Safeguards and secures customer information in work area to ensure it is not viewed by others.
Maintains and adheres to Branch security procedures, follows open & close procedures, and protects bank assets and documents, etc.
Ensures proper work batching, re-verification, encoding, account numbers on checks, large item copies, etc.
All other duties as assigned.
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Qualifications :
High School Degree or GED required.
Excellent customer service and oral communication skills.
Previous cash handling and/or Teller experience preferred.
Previous retail experience preferred.
Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish/English or Polish/English preferred for select locations.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office equipment. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
Compensation & Benefits:
Byline Bank offers competitive industry rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals. We regularly review and adjust our compensation structure as needed to ensure equity across teams and levels.
The targeted hourly range for the position is between $18.00 - $20.00.
In addition, Byline provides benefits including medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, paid time off and much more! Depending on the specific role, compensation may also include discretionary bonuses and other benefit programs. The actual compensation package may vary based on factors such as skill set, experience level, and candidate's location.
Additional Information:
Byline Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where the unique differences of our employees are welcomed, respected, and valued. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
All employment decisions at Byline Bank are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Byline Bank will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Byline Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us directly at 773-475-2900, Option #2.
If applying within the US, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Note to Recruitment Agencies and Third-Party Recruiters:
Byline Bank kindly requests that third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, and recruitment firms refrain from submitting resumes or candidate profiles without a prior agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Byline Bank, and no fees will be paid for placements resulting from such submissions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Byline Bank is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Byline Bank are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Byline Bank will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.