Business Development Officer

ITASCA BANK & TRUST Company

Itasca, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Business Banking, Business Development, Community Banking, Corporate Banking, Cross-Selling, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Customer Retention/Renewal, Diversity, Documentation, Local Tax, Needs Assessment, Nonprofit, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Retail, Risk, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Pipeline, Small Business, Team Lead/Manager, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Itasca, IL
POSTED
8 days ago
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13546536 Founded in 1948, Itasca Bank & Trust Co. is a locally owned, independent community bank with locations in Itasca and Roselle, Illinois. We value our staff and believe our greatest strength is our people, both our customers and employees. For more than 77 years, the Bank has been a responsible community leader by honoring the values of our past while making decisions that shape our future. Our ability to serve customers and remain a trusted corporate citizen depends on a dedicated and responsible team. Itasca Bank has been recognized as a Best of the Best/Top Pick by Daily Herald readers for multiple years since 2016, reflecting our commitment to quality service, high standards, and responsiveness to both customers and employees. We are a responsible employer dedicated to employee health and safety, maintaining diversity in our workforce and vendor relationships, and fostering a positive workplace culture. We encourage participation in community and civic activities and support a healthy work/life balance that helps create stronger communities and a better environment for our employees. \ The Business Development Officer serves as a representative of Itasca Bank & Trust Co., responsible for developing new business relationships, both commercial and retail, while elevating the Banks visibility and impact throughout the community. This role is half business development and half community engagement. While being highly active in local chambers, civic organizations, nonprofits and business networks, this position is the face of Itasca Bank & Trust Co. across Itasca, Roselle, and surrounding communities. This position requires frequent attendance at early morning, evening and occasional weekend events. **Essential Functions** Identify and acquire new commercial, small business, and consumer banking relationships. Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects using Itasca Banks 360 CRM tool (Connect) and structured follow-up. Meet regularly with taxing body account holders, nurturing these customers for loyalty and additional business. Prospect for new taxing body relationships or additional deposits as needed by the Bank. Lead a team approach to respond to any RFPs. Achieve annual goals for deposit growth, loan referrals, and fee-based revenue. Strengthen relationships with existing clients to improve retention and cross-sell opportunities. Conduct on-site business visits to understand client needs and recommend tailored solutions. Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to regulatory, risk, and compliance standards. Participate in product training to ensure product knowledge across bank offerings and complete regulatory training as assigned. Serve as a highly visible ambassador of Itasca Bank & Trust at chambers, nonprofit organizations, local businesses and taxing bodies. Attend events during work day hours, as well as some mornings, some evenings and some weekends included. Partner with SVP CRA Officer to source and participate in CRA qualifying events to support the needs of the community Itasca Bank serves. Build partnerships with local officials and other centers of influence. Introduce contacts to others at the Bank when possible. Partner with Marketing on sponsorships, events, and community initiatives to maximize brand exposure. Regularly provide\ \ ![](https://www.click2apply.net/v/Q8wxW6HJ6kjggF4nGubJrl)\ \ Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.\ \ PI285396835

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ITASCA BANK & TRUST Company