About The Role

We are seeking an Area President to lead our Rockwall and Royse City markets-responsible for driving loan and deposit growth, developing a strong team, and representing the bank in the surrounding communities. This leader will embody our core values and ensure they are lived out daily through client relationships, team leadership, and community engagement.

What You'll Do

Drive Relationship-Based Growth (Excellence & Accountability)

• Lead the assigned markets to achieve sustainable growth in commercial and consumer loans, core deposits, and fee income.
• Build a high-quality, relationship-focused portfolio centered on long-term client success.
• Execute a strategic market plan aligned with the bank's mission and performance goals.
• Take ownership of market results while maintaining a disciplined, balanced approach to growth.

Lead and Develop People (Teamwork & Excellence)

• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing, collaborative team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and shared success.
• Lead by example-demonstrating professionalism, humility, and a commitment to excellence.
• Invest in talent development and succession planning within the market.

Serve Clients with Integrity (Integrity & Service)

• Build trusted advisor relationships by delivering responsive, customized financial solutions.
• Partner across lines of business to ensure seamless, high-quality client experience.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethics, transparency, and sound credit practices.
• Ensure every client interaction reflects the bank's commitment to service and trust.

Grow Core Deposits Through Relationships (Accountability & Service)

• Prioritize core deposit growth as a key component of market success.
• Collaborate with treasury management to deepen client relationships and deliver value-added solutions.
• Position the bank as the primary financial partner for clients.

Lead in the Community (Community & Service)

• Serve as the face of the bank in the surrounding markets, actively engaging in civic and business organizations.
• Build meaningful relationships with community leaders, nonprofits, and centers of influence.
• Champion initiatives that support local economic growth and community reinvestment.
• Represent the bank with authenticity, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to service.

About You

What We're Looking For

Experience

• 10+ years of commercial banking experience with proven production and leadership success.
• Strong track record of loan and deposit growth and market development.
• Experience leading teams and managing client portfolios.

Leadership & Cultural Fit

• A leader who consistently demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a servant mindset.
• Relationship-driven with a passion for serving clients and the community.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• Strong credit acumen and sound business judgment.
• Knowledge of the Rockwall market preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field (MBA preferred).

Work Location: Guaranty Bank and Trust in Rockwall, TX. Must live within 45 minutes of the bank's location listed below.

2255 Ridge Rd Suite 150, Rockwall, TX 75087

How Success is Measured

• Growth in commercial and consumer loans, core deposits, and client relationships
• Strength, engagement, and performance of the local team
• Credit quality and long-term portfolio health
• Active community involvement and market presence
• Consistent demonstration of the bank's core values

Our Core Values in Action

At Guaranty Bank & Trust, success means more than production. It means:

• Doing the right thing (Integrity)
• Putting clients and communities first (Service)
• Working together to win (Teamwork)
• Taking ownership of results (Accountability)
• Striving for the highest standards (Excellence)
• Investing in the places we call home (Community)

Why Join Us

• A true community bank with local decision-making
• A culture grounded in relationships, trust, and service
• The opportunity to lead and shape a growing market
• A team that values both performance and people

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to: sit; use hands in repetitive motions to finger, grasp, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to: stand; walk; and lift or reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to operate routine office equipment including computer terminals and keyboards, telephones, copiers, facsimiles, and calculators. Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary. Must be able to work extended hours or travel off site whenever required or requested by management. Must be capable of regular, reliable and timely attendance. Must be capable of climbing / descending stairs in an emergency situation.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation/inspection of machines and/or using measurement devices at distances close to the eyes.

What We Offer

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Starting salary is dependent upon relevant experience and may vary based on the geographic location of the position. We offer an extensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Coverage is available to employees and their eligible dependents in accordance with our written plan documents. You may also be eligible for a health savings account option, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a health rewards program, a retirement savings plan, including 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans, short and long-term disability benefits, education and training benefits, and discounts on banking products and services. We also offer a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan and paid holidays. PTO accruals begin at .0745 per hour worked for our part time employees up to a maximum accrual of 240 hours per year for certain Full-Time employees. PTO accruals are dependent on position, status (Full time or Part time), and years of experience in accordance with our PTO policy. Most Full-Time employees are also offered 6 paid holidays and Part Time employees are offered pro-rated paid holidays. In addition, employees in Utah and Nevada may be eligible for pay for certain state recognized holidays. Visit our website for more details. Check it out!