Bank Tellers
| Description |
OES Code: 53102 |
Tellers receive and pay out money. Keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institutions' various transactions.
Wages, California
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
$8.23 |
| 25th Percentile |
$8.65 |
| 50th Percentile |
$10.16 |
| 75th Percentile |
$11.61 |
Wages, San Joaquin County
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
$7.66 |
| 25th Percentile |
$8.07 |
| 50th Percentile |
$9.26 |
| 75th Percentile |
$10.63 |
Wages by California County
• OES Survey
• CCOIS Survey
Hours & Benefits
Many financial institutions hire Tellers to work part time, between 20 and 30 hours a week. Full-time Tellers work 40 hours weekly, which may include evenings or Saturdays.
Most employers pay sick leave, vacation and retirement plans; most of them also pay medical, dental, vision and life insurance. A few firms provide for child care. Benefits may be available only to full time employees.
Employment Trends, California
| Employment 1998 |
62,500 |
| Projected Employment 2008 |
61,000 |
| Percent Change 1998-2008 |
-2.4% |
| Separations 1998-2008 |
26,500 |
Employment Trends, San Joaquin County
| Employment 1999 |
890 |
| Projected Employment 2006 |
940 |
| Percent Change 1999-2006 |
5.6% |
| Separations 1999-2006 |
280 |
Employment Trends by California County
Working Conditions
Most Tellers work in pleasant, air-conditioned, and quiet surroundings.Most offices have modern equipment and furnishings. Tellers may experience occasional pressure because of the need for careful work and prompt service to lines of customers during peak banking hours. The work involves standing for long periods while performing repetitive tasks. Normal or corrected hearing and sight are necessary. Tellers must be able to work well with other staff. They should enjoy meeting the public, notwithstanding the occasional disagreeable customer.
Advancement
Most employers promote from within. Advancement depends upon length of experience, skill development, and the ability to handle responsibilities independently. In banks, paying and receiving Tellers may become chief, note, loan or collection and exchange Tellers.
Tellers with management potential can be accepted into training programs. Head Tellers can promote to operations supervisor and then to assistant branch manager.
Getting the Job & Other Information
Prospective Tellers may find jobs by applying directly to banks and other financial institutions. Some firms advertise Teller openings in local newspapers. Part-time work is often available.
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Training for new Tellers may last from two weeks to six months or longer. New Tellers are usually closely supervised by experienced Tellers before they are allowed to work independently. Employees are encouraged to further their education through outside studies. Obtaining an American Institute of Banking Certificate is recommended.
Skills & Other Requirements
Applicants with cashiering, clerical, and public contact experience are preferred. Preparatory courses such as business arithmetic, business law, bookkeeping, typing, speech, and office machine operation are helpful. Familiarity with computer terminals is desirable.
Essential qualifications include good communications, numerical and clerical skills, a pleasant personality, tact, neatness, speed, a good memory and the ability to handle details. Tellers must make sure every financial transaction is kept strictly confidential.
References
California Occupational Guide: #109
Related Occupations: Cashiers
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