Careers

First Hope Bank: Here Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Founded in 1911, First Hope Bank offers employees a rarity among financial institutions today: a pledge to stay independent. We know that a key factor in our employee satisfaction is our pledge that First Hope will not be sold, and that we are not growing to make ourselves attractive to a potential buyer. Rather, our steady growth is a direct result of associates who are contented, secure banking professionals with a desire to help customers fulfill their financial hopes and dreams.

Our strategy is to promote from within, and we train all our employees so that they can advance within our organization. To this end, we have a dedicated training department to ensure that ongoing education is simply part of our corporate culture. We provide an excellent benefits package, and we reward team effort through our generous employee incentive plan.

Contact Center Representative

If you enjoy customer service and solving problems for customers over the telephone, consider applying for a part-time Contact Center Representative position available in the E-Commerce Department of our Andover office. We are seeking energetic professionals with computer, customer service and sales skills to work in our virtual bank office. Responsibilities include customer service by telephone, opening accounts, discussing bank products and services, and problem resolution. We provide training to all associates and offer a great working environment. Join our team of customer service professionals and help customers fulfill their financial needs. Part-time positions will require flexibility between the hours of 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday

Tellers

Are you looking for a job that's challenging and fulfilling? Are you outgoing and enthusiastic? If so, come and work where you'll join a great team of financial services professionals. We offer an opportunity for advancement and a fun working atmosphere. Banking experience is not required but candidates must have math, sales and computer skills. Part-time teller is needed for the Hope branch.

Outside Sales—Mortgage Originating Officers

For the New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York areas

Currently seeking individuals for Outside Sales Mortgage Originating Officers to work off site in the New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York areas. This Mortgage Officer is responsible for the origination of residential mortgage loans based upon current bank and investor guidelines. Responsibilities include identifying and meeting with prospects, and maintaining extensive network of referral sources for new business; explaining various mortgage products available, and determining the best alternatives together with the prospect.

These individuals also guide applicants through the mortgage loan application process, and coordinate the submission of required information to the Processing/Underwriting area, acting as a liaison between the customer and the bank to ensure a smooth loan closing.

This position requires individuals with the highest level of professional sales ability with a strong track record of mortgage sales success, negotiating skills and product knowledge to meet the consumer's expectations; in-depth knowledge of the mortgage industry and applicable laws, regulations and guidelines, including; but are not limited to: Fair Lending, Know Your Customer, Bank Secrecy Act and other applicable anti-money-laundering policies.

Compensation is 100% commission, with an excellent benefits package.

Interested applicants should apply to:

Human Resources

P.O. Box 296

Hope, NJ 07844

(908) 459-4121

(908) 459-5298

jobs@firsthope.com