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Consumer Banker IV (Lincolnwood)

First Financial Bank · Lincolnwood, IL · $23.56–$28.37 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you made calls to customers or prospects. How did you keep it from feeling like a sales pitch?

What they are checking: Whether they can do active calling with a real reason for each call and a helpful tone.

Tell me about a time you deepened a relationship with an existing customer or client.

What they are checking: Whether they look for ways to serve more of a client's needs instead of only completing transactions.

Tell me about a time you helped a coworker or set an example for your team.

What they are checking: Whether they model good behavior for peers, which the posting names as part of the role.

What would you do

A client calls about a problem with a debit card while traveling. Walk me through how you help.

What they are checking: Whether they can solve urgent service issues quickly while following security and verification steps.

A client wants to open an account but something about their identification looks off. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they follow risk management standards and escalate without accusing the client.

Clients reach the branch in person, at the drive-thru, by phone and by email. How do you keep service consistent across all of those?

What they are checking: Whether they give the same care and accuracy no matter how the client reaches the bank.

About the work

This role books business directly and refers to Mortgage, Wealth, Small Business, Commercial and Treasury Management. How would you decide when to refer versus handle it yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they know the limits of their role and when a specialist will serve the client better.

You may run a teller drawer as needed. What habits keep you accurate with cash?

What they are checking: Whether they have concrete practices for counting, verifying and balancing a drawer.

Follow-up calls must be done in the proper time frame. How do you keep track of who you owe a call to?

What they are checking: Whether they have a system for follow-up, since dropped follow-ups lose clients and referrals.

How would you help a new client move their direct deposit and automatic payments from another bank?

What they are checking: Whether they can walk someone through account switching, which affects whether a new client stays.

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The full job description

As published by First Financial Bank.

We do the right things, right now. We do them in a way that is relevant to our clients. Become a part of our history as it continues to be written! If you are interested and qualified for this role, we invite you to apply. The Consumer Banker will work with existing FFB clients and prospect for new FFB clients to deepen client relationships by both booking business directly and by referring, as appropriate, to internal business partners such as Mortgage, Wealth, Small Business Banker Commercial, and Treasury Management. Essential Functions/Responsibilities • Perform necessary functions necessary to open accounts, perform maintenance. • Run a Teller drawer as deemed necessary by management • Support client engagement through active calling, client conversations, and follow up. • Daily activities that align with The First Financial Bank Experience (FFB Experience), including but not limited to: • Partner with appropriate internal constituencies to bring appropriate level of expertise to the client whether it is service or solution related • Ensure client follow up calls are conducted in the proper time frame. • Maintain all operational and risk management standards • Other duties as assigned to assist clients transact business within the branch, drive-thru, by phone and email. • Model the way for peers and coworkers aligned with First Financials Mission and Values. • The CB is responsible for adherence to all compliance and regulatory procedures. • Tracks, reports and communicates business results and activities to their FCM • Partner with the District Specialists to execute against retail strategies and objectives to attract, retain and grow core client relationships, fulfill client’s financial needs and provide a fIRST Class Client Experience. • Function as client’s personal trusted advisor by adding value and building deep client relationships by utilizing the First Client Conversation Model. • Participate and lead in the First Financial Bank Experience by being active in site center huddles and meetings to support sales and service activities. • Consistently meet or exceed sales, service and referral goals as set by management, by effectively collaborating as a team, the District and with lines of business in an effort to assist clients meet their dedicated financial needs. • Provide digital assistance and service for clients establishing or in need of support in utilizing the bank’s online offering. • Assist the branch team, FCM and other District leaders and associates in sharing knowledge, onboarding and developing newer associates, solving staffing challenges at a team, and participating in the success and overall improvement of the District/ Region; across all sales, service and operational objectives. • Stay informed and up to date on all bank products, processes and procedures and procedures; especially those that are most complex. Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed to Perform Essential Functions of the Job • 3-4 years client experience and retail banking • Demonstrated success with consultative, needs-based selling • Strong product knowledge related to consumer and commercial deposits, investments, consumer loans, business loans and treasury management. • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience • Strong oral and written communication skills • Familiarity with consumer and small business credit • Strong product knowledge relating to consumer and commercial suite of products and services Preferred Knowledge and Skills Level of Complexity and Scope Degree of Independence and Decision-Making Required Supervisory Responsibilities Physical Requirements • Occasionally lifts and carries up to 20 lbs. • Frequently lifts and carries up to 10 lbs. • Occasionally walks. • Frequently sits, stands and drives. Compliance Statement The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, as well as all other lending and deposit compliance requirements. Development and Training Pay Range $23.56- $28.37/hour Benefits We have relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates' holistic wellbeing. Please review our Benefits Guide . Incentive Eligibility All roles are incentive eligible with the exception of Co-Op, Intern, or Student positions. It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are an E-Verify Employer.

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