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The ad says“Ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service by addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining a customer-focused environment.”
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The ad says“Banking & Fintech Acumen - You are highly educated in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents. Strong market knowledge and community presence are required.”
The ad says“Banking & Fintech Acumen - You are highly educated in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents. Strong market knowledge and community presence are required.”
The ad says“Banking & Fintech Acumen - You are highly educated in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents. Strong market knowledge and community presence are required.”
The ad says“Banking & Fintech Acumen - You are highly educated in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents. Strong market knowledge and community presence are required.”
The ad says“Identify and mitigate risks associated with branch operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.”
The ad says“Deep understanding of regulatory requirements in retail banking.”
The ad says“Drive sales growth by developing and implementing effective sales strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and building strong relationships with customers.”

We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!

At Climate First Bank, we’re redefining what banking can be. As a Florida Benefit Corporation and FDIC-insured commercial bank, we offer a full suite of personal and business services—including solar, residential, commercial, ESOP Banking, Structured Finance and SBA loans—all designed to power a better future. We’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation, a member of 1% for the Planet, and part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), reflecting our deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and ethical banking.

With branches in St. Petersburg, Winter Park, Mount Dora, and a growing digital presence, we’re proving that banking can be a force for good. We don’t just support environmental and social causes—we’re built on them.

Under our Holding Company, Climate First Bancorp, we are also powered by OneEthos. OneEthos operates at the intersection of fintech and traditional banking to expand access to inclusive, values-driven financial services. Regulated by the Federal Reserve Bank, it equips Community Banks, Credit Unions, CDFIs, and Green Banks with ethical lending tools—especially in climate finance and solar lending.

Join the Movement

We’re seeking driven, mission-aligned individuals ready to make an impact. If you’re passionate about sustainability, thrive in a fast-paced, results driven environment, and want to be part of something bigger, you will feel right at home.

Our team is one of goal-setters, go-getters, problem solvers, thought leaders, and changemakers. We celebrate wins, tackle challenges head-on, and push boundaries. Fueled by purpose, we thrive where perseverance and passion turn ambitious goals into reality.

Thrive at Climate First Bank

At Climate First Bank, we’re investing in your future. We offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance. Please note that benefit eligibility varies by employment status and that benefits for part-time employees may differ from those listed below.

Compensation — In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives and equity. Actual compensation is based on industry salary ranges, internal salary structures, experience, skills and other job-related factors.

Health Coverage — 100% employer-paid for employees; employer contribution for dependents by Us

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Free Telemedicine access via Teladoc

Financial Wellness & Wealth Building

401(k) with 6% Employer Match — No Vesting Period.
Employee Stock Options
Exclusive Employee Banking Perks
0% Financing for Employee Solar Loans
Employee Only Mortgage Product with exclusive interest rates and terms.
0% Financing for Eligible Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Referral Incentives

Generous Paid Time Off

2–4 Weeks of Vacation based on officer level plus additional tenure-based time.
64 Hours of Paid Sick Time for all full-time employees.

Protection & Peace of Mind

Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling, legal, and financial services.

Now Hiring: Branch Manager

We’re seeking a Branch Manager for our Winter Park Branch location to be responsible for overseeing all branch operations, ensuring excellent customer service, driving sales growth, and managing the branch staff. The Branch Manager will play a key role in achieving the branch's financial objectives and maintaining a high level of operational efficiency. Our Winter Park Branch is located at 1150 S. Orlando Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789.

What You’ll Contribute:

Leadership, Culture & Community Representation

Lead, mentor, and develop branch staff to achieve performance goals and maintain high morale.
Represent the branch in the local community, participating in events and building relationships with community leaders.
Oversee teller and vault cash audits.

Sales, Customer Experience & Business Growth

Drive sales growth by developing and implementing effective sales strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and building strong relationships with customers.
Ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service by addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining a customer-focused environment.

Operations, Compliance & Risk Management

Oversee daily branch operations, including managing audits, ensuring procedural integrity and compliance with company policies, and optimizing processes for efficiency.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with branch operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Champion Our Mission, Protect What Matters

Adopt a commitment to environmental, social, economic, and racial justice.
Stay informed of applicable regulatory requirements and complete all mandatory compliance and IT training.
Pursue and demonstrate an understanding of established Bank policies, procedures, and regulations.
Question suspicious activity and collaborate closely with the respective department(s) to help prevent fraudulent activity.

What Makes a Stand-Out Candidate:

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or finance preferred.
5+ years of proven experience leading and developing branch managers in a community bank setting.
Exceptional sales acumen with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding KPIs and driving measurable growth.
Deep understanding of regulatory requirements in retail banking.

Entrepreneurial Self-Starter - You are an experienced leader who takes charge of their work product and takes pride in delivering consistently great and measurable results. You solve problems efficiently, seek operational efficiencies and are an empathetic leader with a strong focus on data-driven decision making. A high-pace and high-expectation environment excites you and you can’t wait to push yourself to new professional heights in a company that rewards high performance.

Organization & Efficiency- You manage your time like a pro and stay focused under pressure. You love a good system but also adapt to changing routines. You’re a master note-taker and checklist fanatic and stay on top of things with ease and consistency.

Master Communicator- You communicate with confidence, precision, and professionalism. You listen deeply and respond thoughtfully and are able to engage efficiently and tactfully with internal stakeholders as well as customers and partners from all backgrounds. Additionally, you masterfully build relationships, develop business with strong influencing and decision-making skills and approach and approach business with a customer centric mindset.

Banking & Fintech Acumen - You are highly educated in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret financial reports and legal documents. Strong market knowledge and community presence are required.

Tech-Forward and Analytical Thinking - You learn new tools quickly, are excited by innovation and leverage technology to create efficiencies.

Commitment to Being a Team Player - You lift others up, share ideas, and bring positive energy to everything you do. You know how to operate as a part of a larger team and love contributing to the big picture. You’re dependable and always happy to lend a hand where needed.

The Work Environment:

In-person role; 1150 S. Orlando Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789.
Occasional U.S. travel for company events or leadership sessions.
Tobacco-Free employer. All employees must affirm to be non-smokers or affirm commitment to cessation within 90-days of offer acceptance.
Sustained standing and sitting, frequent communication (speaking and listening) and use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor, occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.

The Hiring Process:

Applications must be submitted through the official application link. Resumes sent via other channels may be delayed or bypassed. Processing times may vary. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted by the hiring team.

Our process follows the Topgrading Methodology — we hire A-Players through a structured, transparent process that includes:

Cognitive and personality assessments
An application form spanning your full education and work history
3 conversation stages with key team members- get to know us!
Credit and background checks conducted before the final interview
Final Step: Connect us with former mentors and managers of our choice for reference chats.

We do not offer visa sponsorship and will not pursue candidates without valid work authorization.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

E-Verify Statement: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9