Dakota CU News & Notes

​Dakota Plains seeking operations assistant; Levo seeking commercial loan officer; TruStage Discover Conference coming in August; and GAC golf events support CU advocacy! 

Holiday Schedule
DakCU offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th, in observation of Juneteenth, the official federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
 
DakCU offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observation of Independence Day. The day marks the historical event when the United States of America declared its independence from the rule of Great Britain. The declaration was adopted on July 4, 1776, and therefore, the holiday is commonly referred to as the Fourth of July or July Fourth. Please have a safe and enjoyable holiday! 
 
NCUF Financial Counseling Webinar – FREE!
The National Credit Union Foundation (NCUF) is hosting a complimentary webinar with a financial counselors’ panel on Tuesday, June 18, from 10 – 11 a.m. (CT). Financial Counseling roles can be deeply fulfilling but also come with an emotional cost to the counselor. Serving our members and supporting them through their financial ups and downs can be rewarding but also equally draining. Join a panel of financial counselors as they discuss how they serve their members while also protecting their own mental health. Register here.
 
Dakota Plains CU Seeking Operations Assistant
Dakota Plains Credit Union is seeking an experienced Operations Assistant. This is a flexible opportunity with the option to work in any of three branch offices: Edgeley, Ellendale, or Enderlin, ND. An overview of responsibilities includes: working closely with the operations manager to oversee daily business operations and with other departments and branches to complete routine processes; promotion of credit union products and assisting members; and providing support to other credit union staff. The perfect candidate is able to multitask with strong analytical, time management and organizational skills. Preferred skills include proficiency in Microsoft 365, experience in a business environment, excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an eye for detail.
 
Submit resume in confidence to: Send resume to: Julie Barker, Operations Manager or contact her at 701-308-0253. DPCU offers competitive pay with an excellent benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, holiday, vacation and sick pay, volunteer time off, Passion for Life, as well as maternity leave and other employee benefits. DPCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
Levo CU Seeking Commercial Loan Officer
Levo Credit Union (Sioux Falls, SD) is currently seeking a commercial loan officer that will proactively build, develop, and manage their commercial loan portfolio. In this role, you will work to increase and maintain the credit union’s asset quality by developing new and existing business relationships. You're a trusted voice for our members and will identify and align new and existing loan members with additional products and services. After one year, you'll know you are successful if: You developed and maintained credible relationships with members; you have been instrumental in developing quality loans for the commercial portfolio and supporting business development efforts; you can provide feedback on approving or denying loans and demonstrate the ability to explore options for members when loans are denied; and you perform work responsibilities consistent with the Business Loan Policy, Lending Procedures, and compliance requirements of the credit union.
 
Being a part of Levo means being part of an organization where people matter—not just their money. What we do daily makes a difference in the lives of others and the community we love by offering financial tools and services that fit modern life, providing expert advice, and listening and helping members chart their next steps.
 
To thrive in this role, you should have at least 3-5 years of experience as a commercial or business loan officer and feel comfortable soliciting new business and maintaining current business relationships. A bachelor's degree or achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent is required, and ongoing education or training may be required. Apply here and contact Ashley Paulson, Human Resources Manager, with any questions.
 
President/CEO Opportunity in Fargo
Fargo Public Schools Federal Credit Union is now seeking their next President/CEO. The credit union has $56 million in assets and serves over 2,300 members; supported by the Fargo Public School system, it has a healthy foundation to build upon. Duties include developing a strategic plan to lead a team forward in growth. This individual will maintain the strong financial structure of the credit union and have a strong foundation in analyzing and interpreting financial data. Application deadline is August 15, 2024.  Click here for additional information; email resumes to: Karla Volrath at [email protected] with CEO Position in the subject line.
 
World Credit Union Conference
Dakota credit unions are invited to attend the 2024 World Credit Union Conference in Boston on July 21 – 24. Be a part of an amazing union event with more than 2,500 credit union executives from over 60 countries! Boston presents an ideal location for you and your peers to gather for four days of networking, learning and strategic planning for future-focused credit unions from around the globe. This event features world-class speakers, keen discussions on the challenges and issues facing credit unions and innovative ideas for advancement and growth. Explore and share on the most important topics affecting credit unions today, while our collective industry leadership accelerates efforts to stay competitive in today’s fast-moving markets and increase the impact community finance can have on the world around us. Register today!
 
TruStage Discovery 2024 Conference
Registration is open for the Discovery2024 Conference with TruStage. This annual virtual conference is your gateway to strategic industry insights you need to help navigate the evolving financial landscape and the diverse needs of members. The free event takes place on Thursday, August 8, 9:00 a.m. (CT) – 4:00 p.m. (CT). Join this valuable virtual conference to uncover actionable data and trends designed to empower your credit union to engage with members in digital, yet profoundly human-centered, ways. Click here to register and review the full agenda.
 
FREE Holiday Signs
DakCU has an assortment of messages for upcoming 2024-2025 federal holidays FREE for your use on your credit union branch doors, websites, and social media. The signs can be downloaded here. If you need a different size and/or format, don’t hesitate to contact Lindsey Hefta at 701.250.3968.
 
PAC Golf Outings
Support your state’s GAC committees by attending one of the upcoming golf outings. Both events are to generate funds for the corresponding state’s PAC. The North Dakota event takes place on Thursday, June 20th at Memorial Park Country Club in Lamoure, ND. South Dakota’s Par for the PAC is scheduled for Thursday, July 18, at Lead Country Club in Lead, SD. Please contact John Alexander (ND) or Chesney Garnos (SD) with any questions. Your support will help advance our advocacy efforts towards a more favorable legislative and regulatory environment for credit unions. 
 
ViClarity Q2 Town Hall Webinar – Hot Topics & Upcoming Rules Review
Join ViClarity on June 26 at 1:00 p.m. (CT) for a free town hall webinar exploring the latest trends and challenges in fraud, cybersecurity and fair lending. Learn about strategies to assist with fraud prevention, gain a better understanding of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and ensure your credit union maintains adherence to fair lending regulations. There will also be a of review upcoming rules and regulations from NCUA and other agencies that impact credit unions. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and stay ahead of upcoming changes in an ever-evolving compliance environment. Register Here. Recording will be available to league members following the live event.
 
Maurie C. Byrne Chapter Meeting
The Maurie C. Byrne Chapter is holding their next meeting on Thursday, June 20. Meet at 6:00 p.m. for social at Grand Forks Country Club with dinner (Taco bar) to follow. The evening’s topic will be Leadership & Community with Grand Forks Mayor, Brandon Bochenski. Kindly RSVP to Connie Johnston by June 13th.
 
Credit Unions United Chapter Pool Party
The Credit Unions United Chapter is planning their annual pool party on Tuesday, June 25, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Roosevelt Park Pool & Slide in Minot, ND. Families are invited to join and prizes will be given away. In case of inclement weather, contact your credit union or listen to local radio stations for cancellation notice.
 
SWAP Contributors – FREE Job Postings on Try a Credit Union!
Contributing SWAP members have access to FREE job postings on the Try A Credit Union website! To have a job posted, contact Lindsey Hefta with your job description and she will be happy to assist you. The successful results we are seeing with our state-wide awareness program (SWAP) means we are increasing credit union awareness and consideration of credit unions as a better financial services option for consumers all across the Dakotas! It’s not too late to get on board for 2024. Contact Lindsey to find out how SWAP can reach more consumers in your area.
 
SalesCU Training
2024 dates are available for SalesCU workshops. SalesCU training offers practical and proven sales techniques and strategies that actually work in a credit union setting to bring affordable and convenient sales training to our Dakota credit unions. If you want to develop employees who know how to sell in a way that adds value to the member, and sales leaders who are empowered to drive results through developmental coaching and meaningful accountability, we have an award-winning solution for you! Additional information on upcoming sessions available here or contact George McDonald, Chief Officer of Strategic Services at 701.250.3942.
 
Leadership Development
Our iLead@11 DakCU Emerging Leader Program is designed specifically for credit union professionals in the credit union industry interested in enhancing their careers for advancement. Based on the popular Leadership@11 program designed by Eleven Performance Group, it is an ongoing program that allows participants to start whenever they want and determine their own pace. For a limited time, reduced pricing of just $1,999 per person and scholarships are also available! Learn more here.
 
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