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First Financial Bank

Regional bank offering personal, business banking

Consumer Banker 2

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$18 - $20.67/hr
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
North Vernon, IN, USA
In Person
Finance & BankingRetail & Commercial Banking

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 previous success achieving sales and service goals in a retail environment.
  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
  • May obtain notary authorization.
  • Strong knowledge of bank products and solid sales skills.
  • 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 with proficiency, 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.
  • Responsible for meeting compliance requirements imposed on the bank by state and federal law and regulation, including Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, Office of Foreign Assets Control, suspicious activity reporting, lending and deposit compliance, and related bank policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
  • Perform the necessary functions to open accounts and perform account maintenance.
  • Run a teller drawer as deemed necessary by management.
  • Support client engagement through active calling, client conversations, and follow-up.
  • Partner with appropriate internal constituencies to bring the appropriate level of expertise to clients for service or solutions.
  • Ensure client follow-up calls are conducted within the proper time frame.
  • Maintain operational and risk management standards.
  • Assist clients with transactions within the branch, drive-through, by phone, and by email, and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Model the 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.
  • Serve 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 set by management by collaborating with the team, 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.
  • Complete development and training in client conversations, transaction processing and regulatory understanding, consumer banking certification, consumer deposit certification, consumer lending certification, regulatory and fraud topics, estates and trusts, credit reporting, underwriting and processing, and financial statement and tax return analysis.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience in sales.

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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Company News

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Jul 21st, 2026
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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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