Bank of the Sierra is currently the largest independent bank headquartered in Tulare County. With a focus on personal service, Bank of the Sierra is positioned as an independent bank serving the financial needs of individuals and businesses, including agriculture and real estate customers, in Fresno, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Tulare and Ventura counties. The mission of Bank of the Sierra is, "To provide the highest return on equity to our shareholders consistent with sound banking practices."
As a full service bank, Bank of the Sierra looks to fill a variety of positions which require many different skill sets. We hire those who will display strong moral and ethical behavior in day-to-day dealings with individual consumers, businesses, employees, and communities.
Bank of the Sierra was honored to be chosen as one of the 'Best Companies to Work For in Central California.' Only a small number of organizations in the nation receive this honor and Bank of the Sierra is one of 16 in the Central Valley to make the list.
According to employees, our bank is known for its 'family-like' atmosphere. We offer competitive salaries and benefits packages, professional development through education, tuition reimbursement and promotions.
The generous benefits our eligible employees receive include medical, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.
Apply online or at any one of our branches.
Visalia Downtown (40 Hours)
Responsibilities and duties include meeting with prospective customers, request credit reports, background checks, reference checks, analyze applicant financial status, credit and property evaluation, compile loan packages and facilitate negotiation of loan structure with applicants, approve loans, ensure accuracy of loan agreements and assure timely loan closing and funding activities. Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel and be comfortable with loan presentations to loan committees. Must be able to schedule work flow and complete assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
Bakersfield - 40 Hours
Responsibilities and duties include meeting with prospective customers, request credit reports, background checks, reference checks, analyze applicant financial status, credit and property evaluation, compile loan packages and facilitate negotiation of loan structure with applicants, approve loans, ensure accuracy of loan agreements and assure timely loan closing and funding activities. Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel and be comfortable with loan presentations to loan committees. Must be able to schedule work flow and complete assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
Porterville (SITEC) - 40 Hours
Candidate must be very organized and perform multiple tasks under pressure and work well with Mortgage Warehouse clients and Loan Officers. Candidate will be responsible for examining the conditions of real estates loans and ensuring that they are accurate and structured properly according to bank policy. Real Estate is a fast-paced environment and candidate must be able to handle pressure and change well. Must be able to write and communicate effectively. Must be able to work well independently, understand how to prioritize and multi-task as required in a timely manner. Candidate must have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Visalia Mooney - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Tulare County - 40 Hours
Candidate will train to perform the duties of an Operations Manager. Duties will consist of training with various departments for the understanding of how their operations function, performing the daily activities and practices of branch routines, monitor, plan, organize and control all operational functions of the Bank. Learn to hire, train and supervise operations staff personnel, complete operational reports, handle customer inquiries and complaints, ensure general ledger balancing and control on a daily basis, maintain the daily operational function of the branch security system, and ensure good lobby/drive-up and walk-up teller coverage.
Fresno Sunnyside - 29 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Dinuba - 29 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Porterville Main - 40 Hours
Responsibilities and duties include meeting with prospective customers, request credit reports, background checks, reference checks, analyze applicant financial status, credit and property evaluation, compile loan packages and facilitate negotiation of loan structure with applicants, approve loans, ensure accuracy of loan agreements and assure timely loan closing and funding activities. Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel and be comfortable with loan presentations to loan committees. Must be able to schedule work flow and complete assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
Commercial Loan Officer - San Luis Obispo
Responsibilities and duties include meeting with prospective customers, request credit reports, background checks, reference checks, analyze applicant financial status, credit and property evaluation, compile loan packages and facilitate negotiation of loan structure with applicants, approve loans, ensure accuracy of loan agreements and assure timely loan closing and funding activities. Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel and be comfortable with loan presentations to loan committees. Must be able to schedule work flow and complete assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
Bakersfield Cal Ave - 40 hours
Construct Ag related spreads of financial statements, identify credit weaknesses and transaction risks as well as areas where further information must be obtained and analyzed. Perform trend analysis and process amendments and waivers in a timely manner to meet customer expectations. Ability to meet externally with borrowers/prospects to inspect, valuate and complete inspections reports. General knowledge of Agriculture required. Degree in Agriculture preferred.
Reedley - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include opening new accounts, providing loan services, selling bank products, assisting customers with bank transactions, receive deposits, cashing checks, etc. Must be a quick learner and be able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person who enjoys working with the public. Strong communication skills required.
Porterville Main - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include opening new accounts, providing loan services, selling bank products, assisting customers with bank transactions, receive deposits, cashing checks, etc. Must be a quick learner and be able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person who enjoys working with the public. Strong communication skills required.
Porterville West Olive - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include opening new accounts, providing loan services, selling bank products, assisting customers with bank transactions, receive deposits, cashing checks, etc. Must be a quick learner and be able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person who enjoys working with the public. Strong communication skills required.
San Luis Obispo - 40 Hours
This employee would be responsible for loan production, underwriting, and loan servicing and monitoring of U.S Small Business Administration (SBA) Guaranteed Loans. The loan officer would assist the SBA Manager in meeting production goals
It is desirable for the employee to have prior experience in working with SBA Loan products, a good understanding of the S.O.P., loan documentation and credit underwriting including cash flow analysis and loan structuring. Must have good management and leadership skills and ability to assure completion of detailed tasks in a timely manner. Must have good communication skills and work well with co-workers and customers. Must be well organized, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Pismo - 40 Hours
Candidate will perform daily activities and practices under the direct supervision of the Market President and indirect supervision of the Director of Bank Operations. Will monitor, plan, organize and control all operational functions of the branch. Hire, train and supervise operation staff personnel. Will complete operational reports, handle customer inquiries and complaints, ensure general ledger balancing and control on a daily basis, maintain the daily operational function of the branch security system and ensure good lobby/drive-up and walkup teller coverage. Candidate will perform other tasks as deemed necessary by the Market President.
Pismo - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Fresno Herndon - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include opening new accounts, providing loan services, selling bank products, assisting customers with bank transactions, receive deposits, cashing checks, etc. Must be a quick learner and be able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person who enjoys working with the public. Strong communication skills required.
Fresno Shaw - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting the Operations Manager (OM), with ability to take over when OM is unavailable. Will assist customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, Certifications, CTR's. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Fresno Sunnyside - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include opening new accounts, providing loan services, selling bank products, assisting customers with bank transactions, receive deposits, cashing checks, etc. Must be a quick learner and be able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person who enjoys working with the public. Strong communication skills required.
Fresno Herndon - 29 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Lindsay - 40 Hours
Candidate will perform daily activities and practices under the direct supervision of the Market President and indirect supervision of the Director of Bank Operations. Will monitor, plan, organize and control all operational functions of the branch. Hire, train and supervise operation staff personnel. Will complete operational reports, handle customer inquiries and complaints, ensure general ledger balancing and control on a daily basis, maintain the daily operational function of the branch security system and ensure good lobby/drive-up and walkup teller coverage. Candidate will perform other tasks as deemed necessary by the Market President.
Porterville (Corporate) - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include providing support to the Credit Administration Department. These duties include but are not limited to: ordering and follow-up on appraisal and environmental reports, construction loan monitoring, and other duties as assigned.
Proficient in Word, Excel, and have good typing skills. Must have good communication skills and work well with others. Well organized; self-starter; and motivated to learn.
Porterville (Sitec) - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include handling incoming calls to appropriate departments or individuals. Assisting customers with account inquiries and general bank information/bank products, etc. Reordering of checks, stop payment requests, assisting customers with Internet banking. Enjoy working with the public via telephone. Must have a minimum of two years bank branch experience.
So Cal Area - 40 Hours
Candidate will train to perform the duties of an Operations Manager. Duties will consist of training with various departments for the understanding of how their operations function, performing the daily activities and practices of branch routines, monitor, plan, organize and control all operational functions of the Bank. Learn to hire, train and supervise operations staff personnel, complete operational reports, handle customer inquiries and complaints, ensure general ledger balancing and control on a daily basis, maintain the daily operational function of the branch security system, and ensure good lobby/drive-up and walk-up teller coverage.
Atascadero - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting the Operations Manager (OM), with ability to take over when OM is unavailable. Will assist customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, Certifications, CTR’s and back up FSR. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Porterville West Olive (40 hours)
Responsibilities include assisting the Operations Manager, with ability to take over when OM is unavailable. Will assist customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, Certifications, CTR’s and back up FSR. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Fresno County - 40 Hours
Candidate will train to perform the duties of an Operations Manager. Duties will consist of training with various departments for the understanding of how their operations function, performing the daily activities and practices of branch routines, monitor, plan, organize and control all operational functions of the Bank. Learn to hire, train and supervise operations staff personnel, complete operational reports, handle customer inquiries and complaints, ensure general ledger balancing and control on a daily basis, maintain the daily operational function of the branch security system, and ensure good lobby/drive-up and walk-up teller coverage.
Visalia Mooney - 29 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Porterville (Corporate) - 40 Hours
QUALIFICATIONS:
Primary responsibilities include, assisting the Treasurer in the day-to-day management of the Securities Investment Portfolio, and being a backup in running the Bank’s Asset/Liability Interest Rate Risk model. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the preparation of monthly and quarterly interest rate risk reports and investment reports for the Asset and Liability Committee, the Investment Committee and the Board Meetings. This position also provides support to the Accounting Department under the direction of the Controller or Assistant Controller in preparation of quarterly regulatory reports. Responsibilities may include preparation and XBRL tagging of financial statements and various other accounting duties as may be required. Minimum 4 year degree in Business or Finance with an emphasis in accounting or work-related experience. Working knowledge of report writing such as cognos, access or crystal reports; working knowledge of excel including formula structuring and macro writing; prior banking experience helpful. Individual must be a team player and have excellent organizational skills. Must have the ability to multi-task and handle a varied volume of work quickly and accurately.
Reedley - 29 Hours
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Arroyo Grande - 40 hrs
Responsibilities include assisting customers with banking transactions, receiving deposits, cashing checks, selling bank products, balancing drawer and ATM, etc. Must be a quick learner and able to perform multiple tasks while under pressure. Must be a people oriented person with good communication skills who enjoys working with the public.
Porterville (Sitec) - 40 Hours
A Systems Technician III position is open in Information Technology. This is a Technical position to keep the Bank’s applications software up and running, to manage and maintain all Bank-owned applications, to resolve problems reported to the IT Help Desk, to implement and monitor application security safeguards, and other duties, as required. The Systems Technician III is the Bank’s most skilled level systems technician. Incumbents in this position are expected to be able to resolve any and all application problems; they will often lead significant application projects; they will routinely interface with senior clients from other departments; they will assist the Manager of Bank Applications with the setting of applications software standards and the development of applications interfaces.
Porterville (Corporate) - 40 Hours
Responsibilities include processing Debit Card applications, setting up new Sierra Cash Management customers, processing new Online Banking enrollments, answering e-mails and telephone inquiries from the branches and Customer Service. Must be a quick learner, have good technical skills, be able to perform multiple tasks under pressure and be a team player. Candidate will also be cross-trained in other areas of the department.
