Relationship Development Officer

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in your community? Do you enjoy building relationships, connecting with people, and helping others develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed financially?

Cyprus Credit Union is looking for a Relationship Development Officer to help us expand our impact in schools and community organizations throughout the communities we serve. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with students, teachers, educators, nonprofit organizations, and community partners and is passionate about promoting financial literacy and financial wellness.

In this position, you will represent Cyprus Credit Union in the community by developing meaningful partnerships with schools and community organizations, coordinating financial education opportunities, and delivering engaging financial literacy programs to students and educators. You will help young people build a strong financial foundation while strengthening Cyprus Credit Union's relationships with the communities we serve.

The future of Cyprus Credit Union is only as bright as our team. We employ a team of like-minded banking professionals. In order to attract and retain quality talent, we offer competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, provide opportunities for employee advancement, share resources for career development, and encourage a work-hard/play-hard lifestyle. Additionally, we value diversity, volunteering for our communities and taking steps to do our part in reducing our carbon footprint.

As a Relationship Development Officer, you will earn a competitive pay depending on your experience and qualifications with the opportunity for bonuses. We also offer both our part-time and full-time member services employees the following comprehensive benefits:

• Health, dental, life, and vison insurance plans
• 401k and retirement savings plan
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid day off for your birthday
• PTO that will start accumulating on day one
• Earn additional PTO when you volunteer in the community
• Competitive tuition reimbursement

Due to our "Most loved" atmosphere, Cyprus Credit Union was named one of the BEST credit unions to work for since 2020!

Here at Cyprus, we value the success and rewards that come as we learn and grow together! Through our "career pathing "programs we offer continuous trainings that can provide you with opportunities in advancement. If this sounds like something you have been waiting for, don't hesitate to apply now to start your future with Cyprus!

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

The primary function of this position is to develop and maintain relationships with schools, educators, community organizations, and other community partners while promoting financial literacy and financial wellness. You will serve as a community ambassador for Cyprus Credit Union and help expand access to financial education programs for students, teachers, families, and community members. You will work closely with schools and community organizations to identify financial education needs and create opportunities for Cyprus Credit Union to provide meaningful resources, presentations, workshops, and activities.

This position requires someone who is confident speaking to groups, comfortable building relationships, highly organized, creative, dependable, and passionate about helping others improve their financial knowledge and skills.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with schools, teachers, administrators, counselors, nonprofit organizations, and other community partners.
• Identify opportunities to bring financial literacy education to students, educators, families, and community members.
• Coordinate and deliver engaging financial literacy presentations, workshops, classroom activities, and community events.
• Work with educators to understand their financial education needs and provide relevant resources and programming.
• Help students develop practical financial skills, including budgeting, saving, responsible borrowing, credit, goal setting, and understanding financial products and services.
• Represent Cyprus Credit Union at school events, career fairs, financial literacy events, community activities, and other outreach opportunities.
• Build awareness of Cyprus Credit Union's commitment to financial education and community development.
• Collaborate with branches and other Cyprus Credit Union teams to identify opportunities to support schools and community partners.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize a schedule of school visits, community events, presentations, and partnership activities.
• Maintain an organized database of schools, educators, community organizations, contacts, programs, and outreach activities.
• Track and report on financial education activities, community engagement, partnerships, and program outcomes.
• Help develop creative new approaches to financial education that engage students and educators.
• Stay current on financial literacy topics, educational trends, and resources that can benefit students and community members.
• Respond to questions and requests from school and community partners and connect them with appropriate Cyprus Credit Union resources.
• Participate in community networking and outreach activities that strengthen Cyprus Credit Union's presence and relationships within the community.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Experience

Two+ years of previous relationship development, community outreach, education, and sales experience. Specifically, a history of high sales goals met consistently. Experience presenting to groups or leading educational programs is preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to navigate Microsoft Excel and other standard office technology.

Education

High school or equivalent. Valid driver's license.

Interpersonal Skills

Other Skills

Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Physical Requirements - Ability to lift equipment up to 25 pounds for on location events. Must have a well maintained, reliable vehicle and be willing to travel to conduct credit union business. Work Environment - No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions (such as in a typical office).

READY TO JOIN OUR EXCEPTIONAL BANKING TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this member services position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application