Full-Time
Float Teller
Posted on 2/11/2026
BankNewport
201-500 employees
Rhode Island community bank providing deposits
No salary listed
Providence, RI, USA
In Person
Must drive to area branches within the West Bay area.
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- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Possess good communication and sales/service skills.
- Must be able to problem solve, perform basic math procedures, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
- Individual must be proficient with technology.
- Performs any functions necessary, within scope of authority and expertise, to provide the highest level of service and responsiveness to customers.
- Provides exceptional Customer service by meeting all Customer transactional and service demands. Performs any functions necessary, within scope of authority and expertise, to provide the highest level of service and responsiveness to customers.
- Knowledgeable of all Teller functions and independently performs all requirements of position. Makes appropriate decisions within the scope of job responsibility and demonstrates accountability for their actions.
- Maintain full proficiency in cash handling transactions by performing transactions accurately and in a timely manner. Accurately process transactions within balancing guidelines.
- Maintains knowledge of all the bank’s products and services. Responsible for recognizing customer needs and making appropriate referrals to relationship bankers and business partners.
- Demonstrates ownership of any customer problem or request by utilizing available resources and following up to ensure effective resolution and customer satisfaction.
- Maintains proficiency and knowledge of various bank channels and services such as ATM functionality, e-Banking products/services including mobile banking, bill pay and other services. Ensures customers are aware of and know how to use the various channels
- Communicates clearly and effectively to co-workers and customers, promoting a positive work environment. Maintains customer confidentiality and presents themselves in a professional manner. Adheres to the code of ethics.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with all procedures and applicable laws and regulations affecting their assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Follows branch security procedures and understands the function and operation of security devices.
- Performs related and unrelated duties as may be needed.
- This role is one that covers multiple locations. Will be required to drive to area branches as needed within the West Bay area.
BankNewport is a community savings bank serving Rhode Island, offering personal and business banking services. Its products include FDIC‑insured savings and checking accounts, loans, and other banking services accessed through a network of local branches. The bank operates as part of a mutual holding company (OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC), which reflects its member-owned structure. Customers interact with the bank via branch offices and a range of deposit, lending, and financial services, with services designed to meet local financial needs. BankNewport differentiates itself through a long regional history (founded in 1819) and a community-focused, member-owned model rather than a pure investor-owned bank. Its goal is to provide reliable, accessible financial services to individuals and businesses in Rhode Island while maintaining strong customer service and local presence, supported by its FDIC insurance and Equal Housing Lender status.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Middletown, Rhode Island
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $1.75M philanthropy and 10K volunteer hours in 2025 enhance BankNewport's local brand.
- Promotions of Erin Lynch and Jessica Couto bolster commercial and branch operations.
- Best Banks to Work For award in 2025 attracts talent via internship program.
What critics are saying
- Green PayTech integration disrupts merchant services, causing client attrition by November 2026.
- $1.75M 2025 donations erode profitability as competitors expand lending in 2027.
- Vague SHOP401 fails to increase deposits, losing share to Square within 12 months.
What makes BankNewport unique
- BankNewport partners with Green PayTech for PCI-compliant POS systems launched April 1, 2026.
- SHOP401 initiative uniquely boosts Rhode Island small businesses per 2025 annual report.
- BNWise delivers financial workshops to over 2,000 locals, strengthening community ties.
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BankNewport teams up with Green PayTech to streamline merchant payments. 04/06/2026 NEWPORT - BankNewport recently announced a new partnership with Green PayTech, providing business customers with upgraded merchant services across Rhode Island and beyond. The collaboration gives businesses access to payment processing tools designed for in-person, online and mobile transactions, aimed at streamlining operations, supporting cash flow and enhancing customer experience. Vendor management and procurement integrity are among the most critical and vulnerable functions within the... BankNewport has long offered merchant services to help local companies accept payments securely and efficiently. The new partnership expands the bank's merchant services with Green PayTech's platform, offering advanced point-of-sale systems, contactless and online payment options, transparent pricing and local support. - Advertisement - John Sweeney, vice president and director of cash management at BankNewport, said the collaboration strengthens the bank's ability to deliver secure, innovative and cost-effective payment solutions to business clients. "Supporting local businesses is at the heart of what we do," Sweeney added. The updated offering is available immediately to BankNewport business clients. Matthew McNulty is a PBN staff writer. He can be reached at [email protected] or on X at @MattMcNultyNYC.
BankNewport donates $1.75M, 10K volunteer service hours to R.I. in 2025. 03/02/2026 NEWPORT - BankNewport reported more than $1.75 million in philanthropic giving across Rhode Island in 2025, alongside 10,000 volunteer service hours logged by employees for the third consecutive year. The Newport-based community bank said its charitable grants, sponsorships, branch donations and contributions supported more than 500 organizations statewide. Funding focused on four key areas: basic human needs, educational success, arts and culture, and healthy lives and thriving communities, the bank said. Women's health is not static. It evolves with us - through our teens, childbearing years, midlife, menopause,... Employee engagement remained a centerpiece of the effort, with 85% of staff participating in volunteer initiatives ranging from board service to financial education. "Supporting our neighbors is at the heart of who we are as a community bank," said Jack Murphy, CEO and president of BankNewport. "As we reflect on the past year, many of our neighbors continue to face difficulties. BankNewport is extremely proud to partner with hundreds of nonprofits who work tirelessly to provide safe housing, offer pathways to employment, strengthen financial confidence, and ensure access to healthy food and vital services. These partnerships reflect our shared commitment to building stronger, more connected communities, and we remain dedicated to helping Rhode Island families thrive." - Advertisement - Among the key funding initiatives were hunger relief partnerships with the East Bay Food Pantry, North Kingstown Food Pantry, Central Falls Foundation for its Mobile Food Pantry, and the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. The bank also supported the Central Falls Children's Foundation, Jamestown Community Farm and the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation. Through BNWise, its financial education initiative, the bank delivered budgeting, savings, homeownership readiness and credit workshops to more than 2,000 students and community members through in-person and virtual presentations. BankNewport's "Kind Souls, Full Bowls" campaign collected more than 500 nonperishable food items for Operation Stand Down Rhode Island. Employees also partnered with A Bed for Every Child to assemble 10 beds for families served by Crossroads Rhode Island. Beyond its community investments, the 207-year-old institution also earned workplace recognition in 2025. BankNewport was again named one of the "Best Banks to Work For" by American Banker and received both a Healthiest Employer of Rhode Island award and an Exemplary Worksite Health Award for its Vitality Wellness Program. The bank also marked the 10th anniversary of its paid internship program, which has hosted more than 95 interns since 2015 as part of its broader talent development strategy, it said. Matthew McNulty is a PBN staff writer. He can be reached at [email protected] or on X at @MattMcNultyNYC.
BankNewport promotes Erin Lynch to vice president, commercial operations manager. NEWPORT - BankNewport has promoted Erin Lynch to vice president and commercial operations manager, the bank recently announced. Lynch, who has been with the bank for more than 13 years, has held several leadership positions on the Commercial Banking team, most recently serving as assistant vice president and commercial operations manager. The Amgen Foundation is guided by the belief that all students should have the opportunity... In her new role, Lynch will oversee the bank's end-to-end commercial loan operations, including documentation, compliance and regulatory workflows for BankNewport's commercial business line, the bank said. The Portsmouth resident is a graduate of Manhattan University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in international studies with a concentration in Africa and the Middle East. Lynch is also active in the community as a member of Tropigals, a vintage dance troupe that performs at local events. Matthew McNulty is a PBN staff writer. He can be reached at [email protected] or on X at @MattMcNultyNYC.
BankNewport grant powers solar upgrade at student-run AgInnovation Farm.
NEWPORT - BankNewport was recognized with an Exemplary Worksite Health Award from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce for its programs aimed at improving employee health and well-being.