Description

Oregon Pacific Bank

Oregon Pacific Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, or veteran's status.

JOB SUMMARY: The Trust Administrator lends general administrative assistance to Director, Trust Officers, and other trust assistants. Assists with the administration of trust accounts.  Communicates with clients and relays this information to various members of the staff.  Has completed trust school and received CTFA certificate. Mentors with Trust Officer.  Works as a member of the trust team.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Education:  High school Graduate or equivalent.  College degree preferred or equivalent professional experience, proficiency of essential functions of Trust Assistant I and II, CTFA certificate.
• Experience: At least 7 years trust administration experience processes or equivalent.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Mastery of essential functions of Trust Assistant I and II.  Minimum of 1 year of additional experience mentoring with Trust Officer and profession development which includes:
• Ability to lead client meetings
• Ability to provide estate planning strategies that are relevant to the client's objectives
• Effective communication with estate planning professionals
• May be asked to appear at court hearings
• Community involvement with the objective of increasing revenue for the trust department
• Increasing the number of referral sources for the trust department 
• Be knowledgeable of bank compliance rules and adhere to Federal and State banking regulations relating to this position
• Follow all Bank compliance policies and procedures relating to this position
• Other duties as assigned to meet client and departmental needs

 

WORK CONTEXT:

• Ability to concentrate and focus on essential functions in appropriate priority order is required.
• Requires being punctual, dependable, detail oriented and responsible for work outcomes and results. 
• Requires sitting for long periods and traveling to other departments and locations, as needed.  
• Requires contact with others by telephone conversations, use of electronic mail, and face-to-face discussions.  
• Requires completion of assigned on-line training courses with a passing percentage.  
• Professional environment requiring appropriate professional demeanor and attire. 
• Work is performed indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.

 

 

 

SKILLS:

• self-motivated team player
• ability to successfully navigate changes in departmental systems and software
• ability to adapt to changes in policies and procedures
• willingness to assume additional responsibilities as requested
• willingness to train for the position of Trust Officer
• superior computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook and the ability to learn accounting systems and data bases
• excellence in client service
• excellence in oral and written communication skills
• ability to maintain strict confidentiality on all sensitive issues
• understanding and application of administration activities
• ability as detail oriented and organized
• analytical and problem-solving skills
• ability to manage time
• ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner
• ability to understand trust, agency and probate terms and documentations
• ability to understand tax and legal concepts
• competency in basic mathematical skills
• ability to operated ten-key calculator or adding machine
• ability to accurately type up to 30 words per minute or better
• ability to use scanner and photocopying equipment
• ability to lift up to 30 lbs. if necessary
• ability to work with others in a cooperative manner that supports a team environment

 

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Responsible to the Director and Trust Officers for the fulfillment of functions and responsibilities.
• Mentor with Trust Officer
• Contact with co-workers and the public in a professional manner that will enhance the overall marketing effort of the bank.
• Required to collaborate, cooperate, and communicate with supervisor, co-workers and clients.

 

CORE BEHAVIORS for DELIVERING ON THE PROMISE:

• Be Genuine.  Conduct yourself in a consistent, honest and compassionate manner at all times.
• Work Ethic.  Be willing to go the extra mile for the client, whether internal or external.
• Influence.  Be an active player in participating, building and contributing to service.
• Continuous Learning.  Commit to gaining knowledge, skills and experience on an ongoing basis in order to better serve the client, increase personal satisfaction and improve the Bank.
• Team Play.  We win together.  Individuality is encouraged to advance and enrich the work of the team.
• Problem Solving.  Being creative, problem-solving mentality to every situation.   See alternative, take initiative and assume responsibility for your actions.
• Communication.  Keep other informed and up-to-date.  Actively listen and learn from each other.  
• Have a Sense of Community.  We firmly believe that we're only as strong as the communities we serve.  Your involvement is an important part of who we are.

 

Oregon Pacific Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, or veteran's status.

 

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