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Assistant Branch Manager

1/16/2026

The Assistant Branch Manager will assist in leading operational and retail activities of the assigned branch while ensuring high-quality customer service. This role includes training staff, promoting product sales, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender The First State Bank opened its doors in Louise, Texas, on May 7, 1956 with $100,000 original capital. The first bank officers were John W. Hancock, President; L.S. Stockton, Executive Vice President and Cashier; and M.W. Crowell, Vice President. By the end of September of the same year, The First State Bank had over $1 million in assets. The First State Bank continues to grow and is resolved to stay independent. Today the bank has over $820 million in assets, $70 million in capital and 12 full-service branches -- Louise, El Campo, Sweeny, Blessing, Wharton, Ganado, Bay City, Angleton, Victoria, Woodsboro, Refugio and Dilley, and two Loan Production Offices - El Campo Mortgage and Sugar Land. The First State Bank is proud of its community involvement and quality service. We live up to our motto: "Friendliest Bank Anywhere." Come in and let us prove it to you!

About the Role

Description

Who We Are:

The First State Bank has remained committed to serving communities and customers for over 65 years. We pride ourselves in providing desired innovative products while continuing to deliver service consistent with our motto – “Friendliest Bank Anywhere”. With this as our foundation, FSB has grown to include twelve full-service branches along with two loan production offices primarily situated in southeast Texas. Our vision for growth is cemented in staying true to our roots while continuing to add highly motivated, qualified individuals to our already talented team.

Job Summary

The Assistant Branch Manager will assist in leading operational and retail activities of the assigned branch. This individual will ensure high quality customer service, promote current product sales and initiatives, and assist in training of new and existing staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Assist the Branch Manager’s efforts in leading the branch in a manner consistent with FSB’s values and high levels of customer service

· Maintain familiarity with the Bank’s personnel policy and consult with the Branch Manager and Human Resources, when necessary, to manage applicable employee leave and/or accommodation requests

· Actively participate in community-related civic organizations and functions to maintain and better the Bank’s market position

· Communicate and train employees on corporate initiatives, new regulations, and monitor, reward, and correct progress and outcome

· Help Branch Manager ensure the branch operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

· Counsel personnel as well as actively promoting the growth of branch personnel

· Provide backup for the branch Tellers and New Accounts representatives

· Act as signatory authority for official checks, teller items, teller tickets, wires, and GL tickets among others

· Perform secondary duties as assigned

Requirements

Education, skills, and other requirements:

· Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred

· Experience: 3+ years of banking and/or managerial experience with education or 7+ years without

· Software: Microsoft Office

EOE/Veterans/Disability

Key Skills

Customer ServiceBankingManagementTrainingComplianceCommunity EngagementCommunicationTeam LeadershipOperational ActivitiesSales PromotionEmployee CounselingMicrosoft Office