Provident Financial Services, Inc

Government Banking Officer - Iselin, NJ

Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years in Government Banking or 5 years in related Retail Banking.
  • Strong business development and relationship management capabilities.
  • Experience in presentations to executive leadership and public sector stakeholders.
  • Ability to build partnerships and influence decision-making.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and expand relationships with government and public sector clients.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities through networking and RFP processes.
  • Conduct annual reviews of client relationships for service evaluation and growth identification.
  • Act as a subject matter expert and primary contact for government banking clients.
  • Manage the complete RFP process from analysis to presentations.
  • Collaborate with internal partners for comprehensive client solutions.
  • Analyze market trends to develop retention and growth strategies.

Benefits

  • Paid time-off (PTO) and Holiday leave.
  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan participation.
  • Disability Insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs.
  • Voluntary benefits such as Supplemental Life and Critical Illness Insurance.
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

At Provident Bank, we are committed to building strong relationships and delivering exceptional financial solutions to the communities we serve. We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Government Banking Officer to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and expanding relationships within the public sector, serving as a trusted advisor to municipal, county, school district, and other government entities. You will partner closely with clients to understand their needs, identify opportunities, and deliver banking and treasury solutions that support their financial objectives.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
  • Develop and grow relationships with government and public sector clients.
  • Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities through networking, referrals, industry events, and the RFP process.
  • Conduct annual relationship reviews to evaluate services, pricing, and profitability while identifying opportunities for expansion.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for government banking clients.
  • Manage the end-to-end RFP process, including market analysis, pricing recommendations, proposal development, presentations, and follow-up activities.
  • Collaborate with internal partners across Treasury Management, Commercial Banking, Branch Banking, Credit, and Operations to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
  • Analyze market trends and customer needs to develop strategies for retention, growth, and relationship profitability.
  • Represent Provident Bank at industry conferences, association meetings, and community events.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Associate's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of Government Banking experience or 5 years of related Retail Banking experience.
  • Strong business development and relationship management skills.
  • Experience presenting to executive leadership, governing boards, or public sector stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and influence decision-making.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience managing public funds relationships.
  • Knowledge of municipal banking, government deposit services, treasury management products, and public sector procurement processes.
  • Experience responding to and presenting competitive RFP proposals.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a normal office environment. Noise levels are usually moderate. This position involves travel to customers and property locations.
  • Prolonged sitting
  • Lifting from 5 to 10 lbs. (printer paper, storage boxes)
  • Occasional bending or overhead lifting (storing files or boxes)
  • The hazards are mainly those present in a normal office setting


This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

Pay Details:

$70,000-$100,000 annually

Please note, the base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, education, geographic location, internal equity, and other applicable business and organizational needs.

This role is incentive eligible based upon company, business, and/or individual goal achievement and performance.

Team members accrue paid time-off (PTO), receive Holiday (PTO) and are eligible to participate in the bank's Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan. In addition, the company provides Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Basic Life Insurance. Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs are also available. Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.

About Provident Financial Services, Inc

Provident Financial Services, Inc. is a bank holding company that provides a range of financial services to individuals and businesses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The company was founded in 1839 and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey. Provident Financial Services operates through its subsidiary, Provident Bank, which has over 80 branches and offers a variety of banking products and services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, and wealth management services. The company is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and has established a foundation to support local organizations and initiatives. Provident Financial Services is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.
Learn more about Provident Financial Services, Inc
Size
1,123 employees
Market Cap
$100.1 million
Industry
Net Income
$5.3 million
5 Year Trend
-3.9%

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