Careers
Who we are
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, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, 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.”
The kind of people we are seeking
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.
What we have to offer
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.
Current Job Openings
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Senior Teller – Porterville West Olive
Senior Tellers’ essential duties include maintaining cash drawers, investigating discrepancies, training new tellers, providing access to the vault, balancing ATMs, and motivating other tellers. Senior Tellers may be required to supervise teller teams and assign tasks to other employees.
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Temporary Overdraft Specialist – Corporate
This position is primarily responsible for communicating effectively and professionally while handling incoming/outgoing calls and written communications from/to customers relating to the bank’s overdraft program. Performing various tasks related to the day-to-day processing of the bank’s overdrawn accounts as well as handling functions that have a regulatory, monetary, and potential reputational risk impact. Functions are time sensitive and must be adhered to by the bank’s policy and procedures.
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Payroll Processor – Remote
Process the company’s payroll every pay period. Maintain and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions. Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions. Answer staff questions about wages, deductions, attendance, and time records. Must be able to work in a capacity with strict privacy and confidentiality requirements both inside and outside the organization. Additional duties as assigned.
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Administrative Assistant – Corporate (Porterville)
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to executive and human resources team members by managing schedules, arranging appointments, arranging travel, and scheduling meetings and conference calls.
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Teller – Porterville Main
Tellers are responsible for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries.
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Commercial Loan Underwriter – San Luis Obispo (Hybrid
Underwrites commercial business and real estate loan requests and performs a variety of duties for the Commercial Banking Department; develops expertise in evaluating the creditworthiness of individuals and businesses; assists with the loan process by inputting and analyzing financial information of businesses and/or individuals to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money; conducts credit investigations focused on determining whether the borrower will have sufficient cash flow for repayment; underwrites and prepares commercial credit requests, working collaboratively with and making discretionary recommendations and suggestions to Loan Officers and/or Portfolio Managers. Follows for timely renewals, reporting requirements, compliance, and delinquencies.
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SOS Operations Assistant – Corporate (Porterville)
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Processing Branch Capture runs for our heavy deposit volume branches
• Process mail in deposits
• Audit review on other departments work
• Email on Log missing work
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Teller – Fresno Shaw
Tellers are responsibility for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries
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Teller – Porterville Main
Tellers are responsibility for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries.
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Customer Service Representative – Porterville (SITEC)
Assists Bank customers on the phone with questions regarding their accounts and Bank products. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and be prepared to deal with upset customers in a professional manner. To remain in the Customer Service Center the employee must satisfactorily complete or have completed Bank of the Sierra’s Teller Training Program and the New Accounts Training Program.
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Relationship Manager – Ventura
The Commercial Relationship Manager (“CRM”) is responsible for all aspects of a customer relationship with the Bank. CRM is responsible for managing existing Bank relationships and identifying/converting prospects into Bank customers. The CRM will have a well-rounded experience in underwriting commercial credit requests regarding individuals, businesses, and agricultural operations considered to be Middle Market in size. The CRM will be proficient in financial statement analysis.
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Fraud Operations Assistant – Corporate (Porterville)
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Review deposits
• Review Remote Deposits for possible fraud
• Email correspondence with branches
• Confirm issuance of items with customers. -
SOS Operations Assistant – Corporate
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Processing Branch Capture runs for our heavy deposit volume branches
• Process mail in deposits
• Audit review on other departments work
• Email on Log missing work
• Logging missing work on Smartsheet -
Commercial Loan Officer II – San Luis Obispo
To develop and manage commercial loan accounts which meet established lending requirements, and which provide maximum profitability to the bank with minimum risk.
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SVP Community Reinvestment Act Officer (CRA) – Hybrid
As CRA Officer for Bank of the Sierra, you will be responsible for the overall design and implementation of the Bank’s CRA program. As a growing $3.5bn total asset community bank, we are looking for a seasoned, knowledgeable, and energetic CRA officer. The role will be both hands on and strategic in nature and you will be called upon to develop our CRA investments, service hours, and lending initiatives as well as the overall CRA Program. The CRA Officer will be a part of our Senior Leadership Team and will be a key resource to management and the board in strategic transactions. Bank of the Sierra has developed a strong CRA program and culture over the last few years and is looking for a CRA leader to take the institution to the next level, as we grow and become a more complex bank.
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Teller – Clovis
Tellers are responsible for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries.
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Teller – Paso Robles
Tellers are responsible for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries.
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Customer Service Representative – SITEC
Assists Bank customers on the phone with questions regarding their accounts and Bank products. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and be prepared to deal with upset customers in a professional manner. To remain in the Customer Service Center the employee must satisfactorily complete or have completed Bank of the Sierra’s Teller Training Program and the New Accounts Training Program.
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Teller – California City 38 Hours
Tellers are responsibility for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries
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Temporary Operations Assistant – Payment Solutions (Corporate)
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.
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Senior Teller – Bakersfield Cal Ave
Senior Teller essential duties include maintaining cash drawers, investigating discrepancies, training new tellers, providing access to vault, balancing ATM machines, and motivating other tellers. Senior Tellers may be required to supervise teller teams and assign tasks to other employees.
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Treasury Service Manager – Hybrid
Treasury Service Manager (TSM) is a key role as the liaison between the treasury sales team and all other business lines. Assisting the treasury sales team on completing proposals and reviewing accuracy on documentation before sending to our business partners. This role will also be responsible for training new clients on treasury products and services.
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Treasury Relationship Manager – Hybrid
Treasury Relationship Manager (TRM) will be primarily responsible for the sales of Treasury Management Products and Services to customers and prospective customers within the assigned market. Must have a broad knowledge of Treasury Management concepts/services and experience dealing with commercial customers.
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Senior Commercial Loan Officer – Fresno Palm
To develop and manage commercial loan accounts which meet established lending requirements, and which provide maximum profitability to the bank with minimum risk.
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ATM-POS Department Supervisor- Corporate
The ATM/POS Department Supervisor is responsible for leading by example a customer service-focused team. The ideal candidate must be able to supervise, train, coach, develop and motivate their team members through dynamic leadership skills as well as manage the daily operations and employee development of the department. The ideal candidate must always uphold confidentially when handling customer’s information.
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Financial Services Representative – Santa Paula
The position will require individuals with a pleasing and compassionate personality who have at least two (2) years of experience in two (2) or more of the following branch positions:
1) Teller
2) New Accounts
3) Credit Assistant/SecretaryAdditionally, the position will provide information to customers and prospects on bank products and services. Will open new deposit accounts, cross sell deposit and loan accounts and services. Sells “E” banking services (check cards, cash management, credit cards, etc.). Sells and establishes consumer SRA products, safe deposit products, other consumer loan and deposit products.
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Teller – Bakersfield Cal Ave
Tellers are responsibility for providing exceptional customer service including efficient and accurate transaction processing and helping with account related inquiries
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Senior Operations Assistant – Corporate
Receives, pays out money, and keeps records of money for Unclaimed Property and/ Legal Processing requests.
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Operations Assistant – Corporate (Central Operations)
Receives and pays out money and keeps records of money and negotiable instruments involved in financial transactions by performing the following duties.
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Relationship Manager – San Luis Obispo (REIG) Hybrid
The Commercial Relationship Manager (“CRM”) is responsible for all aspects of a customer relationship with the Bank. CRM is responsible for managing existing Bank relationships and identifying/converting prospects into Bank customers.
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Portfolio Manager- San Luis Obispo (REIG) – Hybrid
The Portfolio Manager evaluates financial information and credit worthiness based on a sound analysis of the credit structure, cash flow, and collateral. The Portfolio Manager will have well-rounded experience in underwriting commercial credit requests regarding individuals, businesses, and commercial real estate. The Portfolio Manager will be proficient in financial statement analysis. Specific duties of the Portfolio Manager include:
