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First Financial Bank

Regional bank offering personal, business banking

Consumer Banker 2

Part-TimeUpdated on 9/30/2026
$18 - $20.19/hr
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
Joliet, IL, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • Three to four years of client service experience in a retail environment.
  • Three to four years of sales and service experience, with prior success meeting sales and service goals in a retail environment.
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • May obtain notary authorization.
  • Strong bank product knowledge and solid sales skills are required.
  • Ability to serve a wide variety of client needs according to bank policy and procedures.
  • Ability to lead teams as needed.
  • Works with limited supervision, follows established guidelines, applies guidelines proficiently, collaborates with a senior role or supervisor, and uses subject-matter expertise to advise others.
  • Occasionally lifts and carries up to 50 pounds; frequently lifts and carries up to 10 pounds; frequently sits, stands, walks, and drives.
  • Must meet all compliance requirements imposed by state and federal law and regulation and First Financial Bank policies and procedures, including Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC, suspicious activity reporting, and other lending and deposit compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Open accounts and perform account maintenance.
  • Run a teller drawer as needed by management.
  • Support client engagement through active calling, client conversations, and follow-up.
  • Partner with internal groups to bring clients the appropriate service or solution expertise.
  • Ensure client follow-up calls are conducted within the proper timeframe.
  • Maintain operational and risk-management standards.
  • Assist clients with transactions within the branch, drive-through, by phone, and by email.
  • Model First Financial Bank’s mission and values for peers and coworkers.
  • Adhere to compliance and regulatory procedures.
  • Partner with District Specialists to execute retail strategies and objectives to attract, retain, and grow core client relationships, fulfill clients’ financial needs, and provide a first-class client experience.
  • Act as clients’ trusted advisor by adding value and building deep client relationships using the First Client Conversation Model.
  • Participate in and lead the First Financial Bank Experience through active involvement in site-center huddles and meetings supporting sales and service activities.
  • Meet or exceed sales, service, and referral goals through collaboration with the team, the District, and lines of business to help clients meet their financial needs.
  • Provide digital assistance and service to clients establishing or needing support with the bank’s online offerings.
  • Stay informed about bank products, processes, and procedures, especially complex ones.
  • Support management needs for the FCM.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience in sales, is preferred.
  • Complete the Client Conversation Workshop; training in transaction processing and regulatory understanding; Consumer Banking Certification; Consumer Deposit Certification covering regulatory, risk, legal, and fraud topics; Consumer Lending Certification covering loan applications and communication; Consumer Deposit Certification covering estates, trusts, and powers of attorney; and Consumer Lending Certifications covering credit reporting, debt-to-income ratios, T-charts, underwriting and processing, tax returns, financial statements, and schedules.

About the company

First Financial Bank is a regional bank serving individuals and local businesses. It offers personal banking products such as checking and savings accounts, mortgage and home equity loans, and digital services like online and mobile banking for remote deposits, bill pay, and account management. For businesses, it provides commercial banking tools tailored to local clients. The bank makes money mainly from interest on loans and fees for services. It stands out by focusing on local needs and security, providing resources to help customers protect themselves from fraud and by maintaining a physical network of branches and ATMs alongside digital platforms. Its goal is to help customers manage money securely and conveniently while supporting the financial needs of the regional community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Cincinnati, Ohio

Founded

1863

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  • Finward adds 24 Peoples Bank centers and $1.7 billion deposits in Northwest Indiana.
  • The deal is 5% EPS accretive with only 0.4% tangible book dilution.
  • Q2 2026 loans grew to $13.7 billion and deposits to $17.7 billion.

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  • First Financial Bancorp posted 143 consecutive profitable quarters by June 30, 2026.
  • Its Midwest acquisition machine closed Westfield in 2025 and targets Finward in Q4 2026.
  • Management generated record adjusted EPS of $0.80 in Q2 2026 despite integration noise.

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Jul 21st, 2026
First Financial Bancorp misses Q2 revenue estimates despite 16.5% year-on-year growth to $264.2M

First Financial Bancorp reported Q2 2026 results that missed analysts' revenue expectations. The regional banking company posted sales of $264.2 million, falling short of the $270.7 million estimate, despite a 16.5% year-on-year increase. Net interest income reached $190.4 million, below the expected $194.5 million. The company's efficiency ratio came in at 61.2%, missing estimates of 56.9%. However, First Financial Bancorp's adjusted earnings per share of $0.80 matched analyst forecasts. Tangible book value per share was $16.64, broadly in line with expectations and up 6.6% year on year. The bank, which traces its roots to 1863, provides commercial banking, lending, deposit services, and wealth management. Net interest income represents 72.1% of its total revenue over the past five years.

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Jul 21st, 2026
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First Financial to acquire Finward Bancorp for $208 million

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Jul 21st, 2026
First Financial Deal Would Add 24 Peoples Bank Centers

Finward holders would receive 1.35 First Financial shares each; closing is expected in Q4 2026, pending regulatory approvals and Finward shareholder approval.