First American Bank was founded in Chicago, and over the years has expanded throughout Wisconsin and Florida. As the largest privately held bank in Illinois, we now have over 60 locations and assets of $5+ billion. We are a community bank at heart with international expertise, traditional values, and a forward-looking philosophy. Our employees have the experience and vision to meet the needs of savers, borrowers, and businesses in the 21st century. First American Bank can offer employees a level of visibility, career growth, and stability that is difficult to find in many larger corporations.

First American Bank’s Rotational Development Program is a 12 - 18 month program designed as an accelerated entry into a career in the banking industry.  Rotational Trainees will move through targeted training across a range of business areas within the bank  Rotations may include IT, Retail Lending, Wealth Management, Treasury Management, and Central Operations.  The program will help identify which career path aligns best with the skills, interest, and abilities of the rotational trainee.  This is an hourly (non-exempt) position. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Successfully complete each defined training rotation required during the program.
• Master each of the technical and system functions required of each position within the rotations.
• Complete assignments/projects to gain foundational knowledge and access to new skills.
• Participate in any assigned department project or rotation based on the business needs and/or any job shadow opportunity that may be presented.
• Demonstrate exemplary internal and external customer service and professionalism throughout the training process.
• Other duties necessary in training and professional development as determined by Rotation Managers and Program Managers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma required. College degree preferred with a focus in Business, Finance, Communications, or IT.
• Relevant work/internship experience and demonstrated leadership in a school, military experience, or community organization is required.
• Detail orientation with an aptitude for business and customer interaction required.
• Flexible and adaptable to a demanding and fast-paced work environment required.
• Must be professional, comfortable speaking with external and internal contacts with a demonstrated ability to effectively tailor the message appropriately to the audience and situation.
• Demonstrated ability to convey thoughts and ideas effectively and succinctly via written formats, including emails, letters, and electronic platforms. Maintain professional standards relating to spelling and grammar.
• Maintain credibility through professional demeanor, appearance, and presence by modeling standards appropriate to our environment and industry.
• Maintain good working relationships with internal partners by exhibiting exemplary interpersonal skills, adopting a constructive, solutions-focused approach.
• Use sound professional judgment to balance the interests of the organization and customer, understanding and using available resources to mitigate risks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 0365 products and applications, including the ability to effectively prepare or review documents, procedures, and reports preferred.
• Occasional travel throughout the Chicagoland area to other First American Bank locations, Bank functions and training facilities may be required.
• Must be available to work all hours of bank operation.
• Most Branch locations are open for business six days a week, Monday through Saturday.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as scheduling may vary week to week.
• Punctuality is required to maintain First American Bank’s customer service standards.