Branch Manager

Job Description

Lead a Branch. Drive $5B Growth. Transform a Community.

Are you a strategic leader ready to take a branch to the next level and play a central role in an ambitious five-year growth plan? Our Merced, CA branch is looking for a Branch Manager who thrives on results, talent development, and market impact.

Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union is a dynamic, member-driven credit union on a bold mission to grow aggressively over the next five years while delivering exceptional member experiences. As Branch Manager, you will drive branch performance, lead a high-performing team, and make a tangible impact on the organization’s strategic growth objectives.

What You Will Do

Drive Growth & Performance

• Develop and maintain strong knowledge of business banking products and solutions, including treasury services.
• Own branch performance: deposits, consumer/business/real estate loans, new membership growth, and member satisfaction.
• Execute market growth strategies aligned with the credit union’s five-year expansion plan.
• Analyze branch performance metrics and implement proactive strategies to exceed goals.
• Lead business development initiatives and cultivate strategic community partnerships.

A Market & Community Leader

· Bring an established network of relationships and centers of influence (COIs) that you can leverage and expand at our credit union.

· Serve as the senior representative and brand ambassador in Merced.

· Build and strengthen relationships with business leaders, community organizations, and strategic partners.

· Represent the credit union with professionalism, credibility, and influence.

Lead & Develop Talent

• Coach and develop Assistant Branch Managers and Branch Counselors.
• Build a high-performance, accountable, and member-focused culture.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching sessions, and leadership development planning.
• Identify and develop future leaders to support organizational expansion.

Ensure Operational & Risk Excellence

• Maintain full accountability for operational integrity, compliance, and risk management.
• Oversee branch security, cash controls, audit readiness, and internal controls.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure the branch has the tools and resources to scale effectively.

What You Will Bring

• 5–7 years of experience in banking, credit union, or financial services; 3–5 years in leadership/supervisory roles.
• Proven track record of driving branch growth and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong financial, strategic, and analytical skills, with a KPI-driven approach to decision making.
• Strong knowledge of business banking products and solutions, including treasury services.
• Experience in business development and community engagement.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($85k–$105k+ depending on experience).
• Performance-based incentives tied to branch growth goals.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Career development and leadership growth opportunities aligned with our expansion plan.

Why Join Us?

This is a high-impact opportunity to lead growth at scale, develop top talent, and shape the Merced market. If you are ready to take on a strategic, results-driven role in a fast-growing, member-focused credit union, we want to hear from you.

???? Location: Merced, CA
Apply today and help transform the future of our credit union and community.