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Branch Manager/Financial Services Officer

Sentinel Federal Credit Union

Rapid City, SD

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description

Join Our Team as A Branch Manager/ Financial Services Officer
4011 Triple Crown Drive | Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Looking for a stable, meaningful career where you can lead a team, build member relationships, and make a direct impact on your community? You might be just who we need.

Sentinel Federal Credit Union is hiring a motivated and member-focused Branch Manager / Financial Services Officer to lead branch operations while helping members achieve their financial goals. This role combines leadership, lending, and member service responsibilities, providing the opportunity to influence both the success of the branch and the experiences of the members we serve.

If you enjoy coaching others, solving problems, building relationships, and helping people navigate important financial decisions, this may be the right opportunity for you.

This position offers the opportunity to lead a branch team, develop employees, originate consumer loans, and contribute to the overall success of the Credit Union while working for an organization that values teamwork, stability, and promoting from within.

Pay Range

  • Wage depends on direct experience, starting at a minimum of $64,022.00/year with flexibility DOE.

At Sentinel, our core values are what guide how we work, support one another, and serve our members. As an organization, we are Sentinel STRONG, and in this role, you will help promote those values every day.

Serve by leading a branch team that delivers exceptional member service, supports financial well-being, and creates positive experiences with every interaction.

Trust by building strong relationships with members and employees through honesty, consistency, accountability, and sound decision-making.

Respect by fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Ownership by taking responsibility for branch performance, developing team members, and proactively addressing challenges and opportunities.

Nimble by adapting to changing member needs, balancing competing priorities, and identifying innovative solutions that improve service and efficiency.

Guardianship by protecting the Credit Union's assets, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, maintaining strong internal controls, and safeguarding confidential information.

Why You’ll Love Working at Sentinel

We invest in our people—because when our employees thrive, our members do too.

Benefits That Actually Matter

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Dependent Care & Medical Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time Off & Perks

  • 3 weeks of paid time off per year
  • Paid holidays & personal days
  • Paid volunteer hours
  • Inclement weather pay

Growth & Development

  • Paid professional development and networking opportunities
  • Mentorship program
  • Professional book reimbursement
  • Strong commitment to internal promotion and career growth

What You’ll Do

  • Lead daily branch operations and support a positive, productive, and member-focused work environment

  • Supervise, coach, and develop branch employees while supporting performance, training, and accountability

  • Assist members with consumer loan applications, account services, and financial solutions that meet their needs

  • Build strong member relationships by providing exceptional service and resolving questions or concerns in a timely manner

  • Ensure branch compliance with Credit Union policies, procedures, regulations, and security requirements

  • Support teller operations, cash controls, and branch balancing procedures while maintaining operational integrity

  • Monitor staffing needs, coordinate branch resources, and promote collaboration across teams

  • Identify opportunities to improve branch performance, member experience, and operational efficiency

Who You Are

  • At least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required; Associate's degree or higher preferred

  • Minimum of three years of direct experience in a financial institution required

  • Previous leadership, supervisory, or team development experience preferred

  • Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills

  • Comfortable balancing operational responsibilities with member-facing service and lending activities Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately

  • Organized, dependable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What We’re Really Looking For

You’re someone who:

  • Leads by example and creates a positive, supportive team environment
    Communicates clearly and professionally with members, employees, and leadership

  • Takes ownership of challenges and works proactively to find solutions
    Enjoys coaching others and helping team members grow and succeed
    Builds trust through accountability, consistency, and follow-through

  • Values teamwork, member service, and continuous improvement

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step?


Email your resume to hr@sentinelfcu.org or apply directly through our careers page.

We’re excited to meet you!