Branch Manager (Kirkland Experience Center) (Full Time On-Site)

First Tech Federal Credit Union
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Kirkland
Oct 10, 2025
Description The Manager, Experience Center (XC) oversees all aspects of the daily operations of the XC, deepening and acquiring member relationships and ensuring member service levels are consistently exceeded. Primary Responsibilities: Lead a team of high-performing and engaged employees through effective people leadership practices including regular communication of performance expectations and feedback to employees to maintain high team performance; provide coaching and corrective action as required; actively support employee professional growth and development Monitor and coach Assistant Managers in the areas of quality, productivity, employee relations/coaching and evaluation, member sentiment, and overall work performance Partner with Assistant Managers in handling all aspects of XC operations (including monthly self audit, general ledger audits, balancing debit cards, locating transactional errors, cash and vault balancing, negotiable items) Handle escalated member issues, resolving on a timely basis to satisfaction Effectively using KPIs and reports to analyze and determine necessary actions to identify gaps in the business and take action to resolve Maintain and enforce systems, policies, procedures and productivity standards Ensure member service projects (change initiatives) meet objectives on time and on budget Partner with other business units to resolve member issues or grow member relationships; actively participate in cross-functional meetings Research, resolve and communicate operational issues and potential problems to leader and/or other business units Identify, manage and mitigate risk within XC (including identify theft, overdrafts, etc) Manage vendor relationships to support operational excellence and member service levels Experience and Education Requirement: Minimum Education:Bachelor's degree is preferred Minimum 3 years' experience in retail operations with a proven successful track record in deepening and acquiring customer relationships, preferably in financial services Minimum 2 years' experience leading people or teams, ideally in the sales sector Proven people management and development skills, adept at providing frequent and valuable performance feedback to develop and build employees to achieve department goals Ability to use data and analytic information to gain insights and drive strategic direction Ability to work autonomously to manage time effectively and prioritize work appropriately to meet deadlines Strong business communication skills; able to write/speak clearly and professionally for a variety of audiences Familiarity with CRM software is preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Certification/License: N/A Location: Kirkland Urban Experience Center \| Kirkland, WA 98033 (FULL TIME ON-SITE) Target Compensation: $85,000 to $96,000 annually + monthly incentive Benefits options include: Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage 401K matching up to 5% per pay period Accrue up to 17 days of Paid Time Off your first year of employment 11 paid federal holidays Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility for special employee pricing is subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria) First Tech is not currently offering Visa sponsorship or transfer for this position What makes First Tech different? Click hereto learn more! #FTFRetail