Dakota CU News & Notes

​Several job opportunities for credit union professionals; FREE webinar on overdraft strategies; and multiple chapter meetings are scheduled. 

East River FCU Seeking MSR
East River FCU in Madison, SD is currently seeking a Member Service Representative. If you are seeking a fun and dynamic work environment, this is the right place for you. You will receive competitive benefits, supportive colleagues, and opportunities to develop your career. Responsibilities include balancing cash transactions, loan payments, withdrawals, and other requests from members, opening and servicing existing accounts, and educating members and potential members on credit union products and services. Looking for a team player, capable of accomplishing a variety of tasks with positive attitude and quality results! Download application and apply here.
 
Dakotaland FCU Seeking Business Loan Officer
Dakotaland Federal Credit Union is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to join their growing business lending team in their Bookings or Watertown Branch. As a Mortgage Loan Officer, you will get support from your supervisors and peers. Dakotaland FCU provides hands on and thorough training so you can be confident in your ability to serve members and build your lending portfolio. Dakotaland FCU offers a streamlined business lending process and their team is ready to grow and meet the business lending needs in the Brookings and Watertown communities! Dakotaland FCU is accepting applications until the position is filled. To apply visit dakotalandfcu.com/careers or email your resume to [email protected]. For additional information please contact Emily Nowell at 605-353-8739.
 
High Peaks Federal Credit Union Seeking CEO 
High Peaks Federal Credit Union, a growing $40 million credit union located in picturesque Dillon, MT, is seeking an innovative professional to take the President/CEO position. The ideal candidate will have financial institution experience (credit union experience preferred), and five years of progressive management. High Peaks FCU has three branches; therefore, knowledge of branch operations is a plus. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction in all areas of credit union operations and assist the board in setting the long-term strategic vision for the credit union. The board is seeking a proven leader who works collaboratively with volunteers, staff, membership, and community. This individual must have a proven track record of personnel management, communications, problem solving, and organizational skills and have a high degree of integrity. Preference will be given to candidates with a college degree. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send letter of interest, salary history, and resume to [email protected] or mail to Board Chairman, PO Box 29 Dillon, MT 59725 by February 28, 2022.
 
Should You Redefine Your Overdraft Strategy? FREE Webinar from JMFA
Changing market conditions and renewed regulatory criticism have recently fueled sweeping changes in overdraft strategies. Now is the time for all credit unions to re-evaluate their overdraft strategy and approach to ensure they are doing right by their members. However, making changes without the right direction and sufficient information can create difficulties for members who trust their credit union to “have their back” when they have liquidity needs.
 
Join the roundtable Q&A session with Cheryl Lawson and James Darden from JMFA on Thursday, February 24th at 11:30 a.m. (CT). Their first-hand experience and expertise will provide answers to your questions about assessing and redefining your current overdraft strategy. This session will cover consumer-first and compliance best practices, new trends, insights, and share real-world examples. Register here.
 
Credit Unions United Chapter Meeting Scheduled
The Credit Unions United Chapter has scheduled their meeting for February 15th at Sleep Inn – 2400 10th St SW – Minot ND. Meet at 6:00 p.m. for social followed by dinner and program: CPR training with Sue Brandvold. Cost of the CPR class is $40/person and the chapter will cover $20/person of the cost and the remaining $20/person will be billed to the credit union through the chapter bill. There will not be an additional food cost for this meeting. RSVP to Susan Bergman, Great River Federal Credit Union 701-852-3866.
 
Central Chapter Meeting Scheduled
The Central Chapter has scheduled their meeting for Tuesday, February 15 at Scoreboard Bar & Grill – 56 3rd Street SE – Huron SD. Meet at 6:00 p.m. for Social, followed by dinner and presentation on Wills, Trusts, POAs, Estate, etc. by Tucker Volesky from Volesky Law Office. To make your reservation contact Shelby Gondzar at Dakota Rail Line Federal Credit Union at 605-352-3648 or [email protected].
 
Red River Chapter Zoom Meeting
The Red River Chapter has scheduled a Zoom virtual meeting on Tuesday, February 22nd at 6:00 p.m. Guess speaker Greg Smith from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office will present Robbery Training, Cyber Security, and Elder Abuse information. RSVPs are not required. Contact [email protected] for the meeting link or if you have any questions.
 
Dakotas Sister Society Plans March Meeting
Everyone is invited to join the next Dakotas Sister Society Meeting on Thursday, March 17th at 2:00 p.m. (CT) with special guest speaker Christopher Morris, Engagement Consultant from CUNA! The topic will be “Motivating Your Whole Team to Be a Part of the Credit Union Movement.” Sign up here and be sure to follow the Dakotas Sister Society Facebook Page.
 
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