Join Our Team, Where Accuracy, Service, and Trust Shape Every Customer Experience
We're seeking a Universal Banker I to provide prompt, accurate, and professional service to our customers while supporting the daily operations of our Wilmington branch. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, takes pride in getting the details right, and works well within a collaborative, process-focused team.
As part of our continued commitment to operational excellence and strong risk management, First Carolina Bank is guided by our core values: Intentional, Responsive, Enterprising, and Considerate. These values shape how we serve our customers, support our teammates, and uphold the trust placed in us every day.
Why You'll Love This Role
Serve as a front-line representative of the Bank in a customer-facing environment
Build meaningful customer relationships by providing dependable, courteous, and professional service
Develop hands-on experience across customer transactions, account servicing, online banking, and branch operations
Work in an established team environment that values collaboration, consistency, and accuracy
Gain exposure to multiple areas of banking, including Retail Banking, Operations, Risk, Compliance, IT, Marketing, and Sales
Build your banking knowledge while supporting experienced branch teammates and leaders
Contribute directly to customer trust, operational accuracy, and a positive branch experience
What Makes You a Great Fit
Detail-oriented and conscientious, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality
Patient and dependable when completing repetitive or process-driven work
Helpful, cooperative, and comfortable working as part of a supportive team
Service-oriented and professional when interacting with customers and teammates
Thoughtful and cautious when handling financial transactions and confidential customer information
Comfortable following established policies, procedures, and security requirements
Able to maintain a steady pace while checking and double-checking work
Communicates clearly, respectfully, and professionally in person, by phone, and in writing
Key Responsibilities
Assist customers promptly, accurately, and professionally in person, through the drive-thru, by phone, and through written communication
Accept and process deposits and withdrawals for checking and savings accounts
Receive and accurately process loan payments
Transfer funds between customer accounts and place account holds in accordance with Bank policy
Process cashier's checks, stop payments, wires, and other customer transactions
Balance the cash drawer accurately at the end of each business day
Answer customer questions and complete requested account maintenance
Review customer documentation for accuracy and route completed documents to the appropriate department
Explain and promote Bank products and services and make appropriate internal referrals
Set up and service online banking for new and existing customers
Assist with vault cash, reports, drawers, incoming mail, and outgoing mail
Support Universal Bankers, Branch leadership, Senior Banking Officers, and Market leadership as needed
Complete additional responsibilities as assigned to support customers and branch operations
Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous clerical, administrative, cash-handling, sales, or customer service experience
Relevant computer skills and the ability to learn banking systems and technology
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work under deadlines while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Some college coursework
Previous Bank Teller or financial services experience
Experience with Jack Henry SilverLake or a similar core banking system
Risk Management Requirements
Adheres to workplace policies, the Code of Conduct, confidentiality, privacy, and information security standards
Complies with all applicable regulatory requirements, including BSA, AML, and USA PATRIOT Act policies and procedures
Completes all required compliance, regulatory, and role-specific training
Acts strictly within authorized limits and delegated authorities
Follows established controls and procedures to protect the Bank, its customers, and shareholders
Mitigates risk by following all applicable security, cash-handling, and operational procedures
Benefits
Competitive total compensation
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development and internal growth opportunities
Employee assistance programs
Opportunity to build a banking career while directly supporting customers and branch operations
Our Core Values
Enterprising: We take ownership of our work and approach each responsibility with sound judgment and accountability.
Intentional: We deliver careful, consistent work and follow through with accuracy and purpose.
Responsive: We provide dependable, timely service to our customers and teammates.
Considerate: We treat others with respect and contribute to a supportive, collaborative environment.
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