Where Work isn’t a Four-Letter Word
Are you looking for a place that gets work-life balance? Port Washington State Bank could be your answer. We’re a group of folks that truly define Midwestern nice. We love the Wisconsin way of life, and together we support our pastimes, traditions and other local favorites with our time and with more than $280,000 in donations just this past year. As a Top Workplace Winner, we’ve slowly won our employees' loyalty through listening and supporting their ideas to make us more efficient and better serve our customers. In order to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, we comb through market trends, benchmarking data and employee feedback to ensure we’re well above the average. We offer this and so much more.
Wanna Be Work Pals?
Port Washington State Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where employees are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
If you are disabled Veteran – or if you have any form of disability – and need additional assistance with the application process, please contact us using the contact us form, or call 262-284-4416.
Port Washington State Bank is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled.
Commercial Loan Processor - Port Washington
We are looking for a full-time Commercial Loan Processor to join our Loan Operations team.
Key Functions
• Coordinate with Lenders to ensure loan requests are processed timely and accurately
• Prepare and process commercial loan packages for closing including renewals and modifications.
• Review documents for accuracy and completeness
• Assist in clearing loan closing conditions
• Image loan documentation
• Support commercial loan operation functions as needed
What We’re Looking For
• Education: High School Diploma required
• Experience: 2+ years of commercial processing experience or experience in a related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret credit approvals to generate appropriate documentation to comply with regulatory and safety and soundness principles
• Excellent communication and time management skills
Ready to join a team that values your expertise and invests in your future?
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VP of Deposit Operations - Grafton
Due to the upcoming retirement of our current VP of Deposit Operations, we are seeking new leadership for this well-established department. With the support of five direct reports, this leadership position is responsible for overseeing all Deposit Operations functions, including Teller systems, ACH, Remote Deposit, Mobile Deposit, Debit Card Disputes and Risk Alerts, Online Banking Transfers, BillPay, Check clearings, Rejects, Returns, Stop Payments, Positive Pay, Adjustments, Entries, Fraud Investigations, Balancing, and Reconcilements.
Essential Functions
Department operations
Department leadership
Communication, collaboration, and support of PWSB initiatives
Deposit systems and software administration
Reporting and data management
Vendor and third-party management
Customer support
What We’re Looking For
Strong understanding of deposit operations functions, systems, and products
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across multiple departments within the organization
Minimum 5 years of banking or financial services experience (management, deposit operations/branch operations)
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ready to join a company that has been trusted for generations?
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Deposit Operations Assistant - Grafton
We are seeking a Deposit Operations Assistant with prior banking experience to support the daily operations of our bank. This position provides direct assistance to the Deposit Operations Officer, retail staff, and customer service teams. You will handle responsibilities that require accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of banking processes and customer service, ensuring we deliver the highest level of integrity and professionalism. In addition to operational duties, you will promote bank products and services to meet customer needs.
Essential Functions
Provide customer service and support to bankers
Verify new accounts and review daily maintenance
Index and review deposit documents
Review daily deposit reports
Process IRAs and HSAs
Handle debit card printing and disputes
Program maintenance changes
What We’re Looking For
Strong understanding of customer service in a banking environment
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple priorities
Minimum 2 years of banking or financial services experience (teller, customer service, or operations)
Ready to join a company that has been trusted for generations?
The Recruiting Process
Step 1: Apply Online
Please click on the application link beneath the open positions (above) to inquire about job openings with Port Washington State Bank.
Step 2: Are You a Match?
We will contact you to discuss the position and your situation in more detail.
Step 3: In-Person Interview
If you’re selected for an in-person interview, it may be with an individual or a group. Interviews typically include the hiring manager, another manager and Human Resources. For some positions, you may come back more than once to interview with different team members or business partners. Typically, our interviewing selection process spans three to four weeks but could take longer, depending upon the type of position, how many interviews are warranted and how many candidates we have. Feel free to contact Human Resources if you have questions on the status.
Step 4: The Employment Application
Only candidates who interview for a position will receive a letter or email regarding the status of their applications.
Step 5: If You are Hired
Banks have regulatory requirements to complete a thorough background check that reviews your education, employment, salary and criminal history. You will also be asked to complete a pre-employment drug screening before starting your employment.
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