There is constant collaboration with bank employees across departments and branches. Some examples of that are branch meetings, roundtable training sessions, one-on-one training sessions, regular open conversations throughout various departments/branches of the bank about improving processes and mitigating inefficiencies. There is an understanding throughout the bank that open and honest feedback is always welcome.
Our team has a positive vision for the future because our leadership team is forward-thinking and regularly communicates the bank’s goals, objectives, and vision for the future with employees. On an individual level, employees know that hard work is recognized and rewarded and that they have a future of rising up through the bank as it is a regular practice that positions are filled internally before they are filled from outside candidates. Our employees understand that our leadership team recognizes our employees as the bank’s future and responsible for future successes.
The bank has a policy of always encouraging open and honest feedback no matter your position or role within the bank. Some examples of encouraging this practice include suggestion box on employee intranet, regular branch visits and meetings with the opportunity for questions/feedback, and a constant open-line of communication with management and the bank’s leadership team.
The bank’s leadership team is passionate about helping employees meet their goals. Our Human Resources and Training Departments regularly encourage employees to attend conferences, training sessions (external and internal), to meet or achieve and professional certifications that pertain to their role, and to participate in community service initiatives and civic groups. One of the most unique offerings of this type at the bank is the First Metro Bank Certified Banker Program, which is an annual program for a selected group of employees to advance their banking knowledge and skills, receive training in various areas of the bank, and participate in the Bank’s community engagement initiatives.
We fully believe that our employees are our greatest asset. The need for a business to have capital is crucial to success, but at First Metro Bank, we believe our human capital is the most important factor, which means that we must always value and protect the well-being of our employees.
First Metro Bank has many offerings that help create our family and customer-centric atmosphere including:
– Certified Banker Program (in-house professional development program for employees to learn extensively about different sectors of the bank)
– Employee work anniversaries are acknowledged and posted on the bank’s social media pages
– Cracker Jack Awards (quarterly awards for exceptional employees that excel in their role to assist customers and co-workers)
– Celebrations for significant life events (baby showers, wedding showers, birthdays, etc.)
– Employee Appreciation Celebration (includes lunch and a gift for each employee)
– Christmas Breakfast (breakfast and gift for each employees and service pins/gifts based on years of service)
– Competitive benefits (employer-paid group health insurance coverage, 401K retirement plan with employer match, employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
– Above + Beyond Recognition Program (recognizes employees who have been nominated by their supervisor as a result of their unmatched customer service and leadership in their branch/department
Our CEO was a founding board member of our company. He lives out the values of First Metro Bank each and every day, humbly leading the bank with a forward-thinking attitude and a dedication to the community. He was born and raised in the city in which the bank was founded and continues to be active member of the community, serving on various non-profit boards and participating in civic groups. Our CEO also has an open-door policy. Any employee, community member, customer, is welcome to visit the CEO’s office, located in the lobby of our main office. He also keeps himself in rotation on the Saturday schedule to work at our main office, which he has done for 35 years.
At First Metro Bank, we strive to provide the proper work/life balance for all employees, which means that we are committed to making sure our employees don’t miss the events in their lives that are important to them. Our team is also offered the following “perks”:
– Holiday Shopping Day (an extra personal day each November that can be utilized however the employee would like)
– Employees receive an annual evaluation for a pay increase
– Incentives are provided to employees for Financial Services referrals
– Employee Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Program offers assistance with the educational expense of qualified dependents
First Metro Bank has planted roots in our community since 1988. We’ve helped our customers raise families, open businesses, and plan for the future. It is our way of doing business that separates us from the crowd, and allows our customers to know that they are far more than just a number. Choosing First Metro Bank isn’t just establishing a financial relationship; it’s becoming a part of our family. With eleven locations throughout Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, and Limestone Counties, we know that with each visit you will enjoy all the comforts and conveniences of a hometown bank.
406 Avalon Avenue
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Financial Services
Rodney Howard
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