In an effort to assist our member credit unions seeking job applicants, ICUL is providing additional information about several online job resources.  First, the ICUL Job Board by CreditUnionboard.com enables employers to post jobs and search through over 135,000 industry resumes.  The Job board packages that are available offer members unlimited access to resumes and unlimited job postings capabilities.  Jobseekers can post resumes & search jobs for free.  Through our partnership, ICUL members will receive an exclusive discount of up to 20 percent off on select ICUL job board packages.   To proceed to the ICUL Job Board, click here.

In addition, in order to further broaden the pool for those seeking job applicants, we have several additional suggestions, including Career One Stop, NACElink, The Illinois Job Bank and CUNA.  Click here for more information.

Accounting Clerk (posted 05/08/08; valid until 05/20/08)
With over $16 million in assets, Chicago Post Office Employees Credit Union is seeking an Accounting Clerk to provide assistance to the Accountant and the Systems Analyst. Applicant must be proficient in generating reports in Excel, Word, and other reporting software instruments. Applicant will post and reconcile financial data from third-party vendors to the general ledger system. Must be able to prioritize work to meet deadlines.  Associate Degree in Accounting and a minimum of one year accounting experience required.  Salary is negotiable (dependent upon qualifications and experience).  Last date to submit resume…05/20/2008. E-mail cover letter and resume to: george_cpoecu@msn.com

ATM & Plastic Card Operations, Manager (posted 04/03/08) 

Duties of the position will include:

• Operations: Responsible for continual process improvement and streamlining efficiencies. Ensures Service Level Agreements are met for both internal and external customers/members. Responsible for management of vendor partners relationship(s) to ensure optimum customer service, quality, accuracy and responsiveness.
• Product Development and Support: Supports the operational implementation of new products, enhancements to existing products/channels, with direct interaction with IS staff to facilitate host processor interfaces related to card processing. Provides quarterly summary of trends related to all areas of each program. Stays updated on industry product development, as well as state and federal regulation changes/updates. Collaborates w/ Member Communications and Consumer Lending departments to assist in the development, pricing and strategies of each program. Develops and produces key management reports to minimize Credit Union risk and maintain compliance.
• Personnel Management: Supervises and develops all staff using performance management policies and expectations. Responsible for hiring, monitoring and evaluation of performance both formally and informally on a consistent and regular basis. Establishes and effectively communicates expectations. Provides opportunities for staff to increase and improve their knowledge and skills through training, vendor support and industry events/conferences. Collaborates with staff to prioritize projects and duties effectively. Recognizes and implements corrective action when required with appropriate follow-up as needed, including termination when necessary.

Suggested Training and Experience: Completion of a Bachelors degree in Finance, Business Management or a related field and minimum of 3-5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience in a financial institution or industry card processor. Must have a minimum of two years supervisory experience. Must have experience in Project Management. Must be comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously, while providing direction and support to all direct reports and internal customers. 

Interested candidates can apply by going to: Go to AlliantCreditUnion.org or email Michelle Dix at mdix@alliantcreditunion.com

Business Development Officer (posted 05/06/08)
KCT Credit Union, a growing community credit union with 19,000 + members, is seeking a Business Development Officer based out of our Elgin location.  KCT Credit Union has locations in Aurora, Elgin and Geneva.  KCT Credit Union offers an exceptional benefit package for full time employees that include:  health and dental insurance, flexible spending account, 401k program, paid vacation and sick days, 10 paid holidays per year, life insurance, long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Responsible for implementing the business development plan;
• Makes arrangements for SEG visits and membership drives and participating in all credit union-sponsored events;
• Responsible for enhancing the image of the credit union in both the business and the local communities;
• Ensures that public relations activities support short and long-term objectives of the credit union

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent, preferred;
• At least three years of related experience;
  Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Well organized;
• Attentive to detail;
• Strong project management abilities;
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) skills a plus

Interested candidates please e-mail your resume to:  hr@kctcu.org  or fax (847)931-9878 or simply complete an employment application at our website www.kctcu.org  EOE

Compliance Officer (posted 05/02/08)
USA One Credit Union is seeking candidates for the position of Compliance Officer, located at our headquarters in Matteson, Il.  The Compliance Officer is responsible for developing, implementing and administering all aspects of the credit union’s Compliance Management Program. This position plans, organizes, and controls the day-to-day administrative, lending and operational compliance activities; collaborates with the management team in the overall administration of these directives for the credit union; participates in various audits and examinations; performs duties as the Bank Secrecy Act/OFAC Officer and Bank Security and Safety Officer; conducts staff training related to compliance, customer service and computer software programs; advises Senior Management and credit union personnel of emerging compliance issues and guides the organization in the establishment of controls to mitigate risks; assures compliance with all credit union policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal regulations.  Minimum requirements for this position include; a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study; working knowledge of financial institution administration, lending, and operations; ability to train staff; and knowledge of human resource laws and policies.  USA One offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a performance based incentive plan. Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to kgbrown@usaonecu.com.

Financial Analyst III (posted 04/04/08)
Alliant Credit Union, the largest credit union in Illinois, is seeking a Financial Analyst III, who aspires to obtain a leadership position, as the next step in their career. The analyst will report to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis. He/She will lead and direct the planning, forecasting and analytical efforts to deliver Alliant's financial commitments, balanced with a sense of integrity and fiscal responsibilities.

The Financial Analyst III responsibilities include:

• Lead the analysis of financial performance for business initiatives, special projects, new products, channels, etc. and partner with cross-functional peers to provide recommendations to senior management team.
• Collaborate with Controller group to ensure accuracy of financial statements and provide analytical support in regards to results and trends.
• Responsible for the integrity of the financial system, and to automate and simplify redundancy in processes and reporting through standardization.
• Continuously improve and construct new capabilities around performance metric analysis and reporting to track key Alliant financial objectives and targets.
• For his/her assigned business units direct and lead annual planning and rolling forecasts, and 3-5 year business planning including formulation of Income Statement, Balance Sheet, cost center level expense planning, headcount analyses, Asset/Liability analysis, and presentations to senior management team.

Financial Analyst III Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in the finance and accounting arenas, preferably in financial planning and analysis roles.
• Predictive Modeling and quantitative analysis education and/or experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP required.
• Financial Institution experience preferred.
• Extensive financial analysis skills required, including variance analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling.
• Ability to multi-task and deal with heavy volume period with tight time parameters.
• Must be proficient with mainframe accounting system, database systems (i.e. Business Object), Excel, Access, Powerpoint and Word.
• Prior leadership/supervisory experience preferred.

Alliant Credit Union, with over a 70 year history, is a growing and progressive organization with approximately 200,000 members worldwide. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and encourage professional development.  Check us out at: www.alliantcreditunion.org. Interested candidates, please email tdemchinski@alliantcreditunion.com.

Member Relations Teller (posted 04/10/08)
Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union, located in the heart of Chicago Loop, has an opening for a Member Relations Teller.  Responsibilities include performing routine teller transactions, including, but not limited to deposits, withdrawals, cash advances, loan payments, credit card payments, and transfers, while identifying opportunities to cross-sell.  The ideal candidate should be a High School graduate or equivalent.  Minimum 2 years teller experience and strong sales skills required.  Accurate cash handling, customer service skills and positive interpersonal skills required.  If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please fax/email resume to dodda@cmecuonline.org, fax to 312-236-0962 or mail to Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union, 33 N. LaSalle, ste., 300, Chicago, IL 60602.

Member Service Associate (posted 05/08/08)
MSA/TELLER POSITION AVAILABLE IN MATTOON & CHARLESTON, ILLINOIS. The purpose of the Member Service Associate (MSA) is to provide members with efficient, accurate and friendly service.  To promote Credit Union services to members.  To perform duties assigned by the MSA Supervisor/ Branch Manager.  Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED.  Previous cash handling experience preferred.  Some prior work experience in sales and keyboarding/ computer use preferred.  Individual must possess strong abstract reasoning and problem solving skills.  Individual must be able to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously.  Individual must possess strong math skills in order to effectively handle cash.  Prefer individual to have working knowledge of operating the following equipment:  personal computer, typewriter, 10 key calculator, fax machine, copy machine, coin counter, and shredder.  Individual must have the ability to handle the stress of high volume peak periods.  Individual must be capable of tactfully communicating with internal contacts such as:  MSA Supervisor/ Branch Manager, Member Service Associates, and Support System Departments.  Individual must be capable of tactfully communicating with external contacts such as:  existing and potential new members, outside agencies and institutions, and Telechex.  Individual must have the ability to communicate in English to meet member’s needs and accurately interpret data.  Individual must possess a degree of physical mobility to be able to carry a cash drawer to his/her work area or to handle night deposits.  Individuals may apply at our offices in Mattoon or Charleston, IL.  Resumes may be mailed to:  MidWest America Federal Credit Union, 1104 Medical Park Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46825.  Please no phone calls or e-mails. For consideration, please complete an application at our branch locations in Mattoon or Charleston.  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, MidWest America Federal Credit Union is willing to make ADA accommodations to the extent possible without adversely affecting financial control or member service.

Operations Manager (posted 05/02/08)
The Niles Township Schools Credit Union is seeking an Operations Manager to assist the Vice President of Operations in the day to day operations of the Credit Union.  The ideal candidate will possess a strong supervisory background in teller operations, new accounts and compliance.  Knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel is required.  Please e-mail your resume along with salary requirements to:  creditunion@ntscu.org or fax to 847-675-6847.