Investment Services Representative (CHICAGO)

About Our Ministry – National Covenant Properties (NCP) is a church extension fund, which operates as a

financial ministry affiliate of The Evangelical Covenant Church denomination. NCP provides investment products

to members of Covenant churches and offers lending solutions for local congregations as they seek to expand

their facilities and ministries.

YOU INVEST. WE LEND. MINISTRY GROWS.

Summary

The Investment Services Representative will be the front-line communications specialist to resource members and

affiliates of the Evangelical Covenant Church as they inquire about investment and borrowing solutions with NCP. A

qualified candidate will be knowledgeable of IRAs, HSAs, and Certificate of Investments and will have experience or

ability to learn basic accounting principles. This role will advance NCP’s mission by ensuring excellent service and

support to our account holders, borrowers, and colleagues.

Essential Functions

? Full Time; Monday through Friday; 8:30am -5:00pm in office hours; 95% of customer interaction through

phone or email communication.

? Engage in a professional, hospitable, and courteous manner in NCP’s electronic, phone and on occasion inperson

communication. This position is the first point of contact for NCP account holders.

? Expedite customer requests received by direct mail; email and phone for incoming funds to customer

accounts; open new accounts, process IRA contributions, loan payments, and daily deposit.

? Formulate, manage and maintain paperwork received through direct mail, email and from the customer online

portal. Produce and distribute new investment letters, and general customer investment information.

? Maintain office’s database and data storage systems through data entry and data filing protocols.

? Utilize various office machines and computer applications to expedite daily operations, procedures, or

tasks.

? Manage inquiries from external account holders and internal colleagues; respond and/or direct to the

appropriate NCP employee.

? Support preparation of individual correspondence and/or bulk mailing projects, as well as business material

and products to be used in marketing and communication efforts.

? Perform general support tasks, such as collating, transcribing, organizing, creating documents, information,

presentation/binders, meeting logistics and hosting, etc. in support of office operations.

? Participate in skill development as assigned, such as Ascensus IRA compliance training and other

professional development opportunities (some skill development opportunities may require minimal

travel).

? Participate in events to promote NCP products and services, as assigned (some event opportunities may

require minimal travel).

? Other duties as assigned by Sr. Vice President of Operations and President.

Education and Experience

Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance or accounting OR equivalent combination of education

and experience. Knowledge and experience in customer service, credit union; banking; and lending industry. High

proficiency in computer and internet technology. Experience in or ability to learn basic accounting principles

Preferred: 2-3 years in a support role, including experience in an office environment with heavy telephone and

email customer service capabilities. Must currently hold or be able to pass Series 63 Securities exam (within 90

days of hire date).

Skills

? Personal and demonstrated Christian faith (member or regular attender of a Covenant church preferred).

? Mastery of Microsoft Office 365 applications, database data entry, salesforce customer relations

management application, and web technologies.

? Detail oriented, strong organization, prioritization, and time-management skills.

? Excels in attention to detail with high level of accuracy in preparation of financial transactions, written

documents, reports and correspondence.

? A team player that ensures caring and excellent customer service to account holders.

? Effectively communicates in written and verbal forms by phone, by email, by video conference, and in

person.

? Works well under pressure and can complete multiple tasks, with conflicting priorities and timelines.

Ability to track and report progress on a wide range of tasks, simultaneously.

? Ability to respond to and deal with a range of queries and requests from account holders.

? Capable of managing stress by demonstrating openness to coaching, engaging in positive forms of problem

solving, dealing calmly and effectively in high stress situations.

? Ability to always operate with discretion and confidentiality, especially related to information security and

account holder’s personal identifiable information.

? Maintains flexibility in approach and adjusts actions when appropriate.

? Uses critical thinking skills, applying logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of

alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to address challenges.

? Self-starter, with ability to work independently.

Environment Conditions

Able to work well in a professional office setting, occasionally working evenings and weekends. Must be versatile

and able to work for prolonged segments sitting or standing. Must engage frequently with office tools and

equipment, such as: computer, copier, phone, web-conferencing equipment, cell communication, printers,

calculators, scanners, etc. Must be able to occasionally lift or move items less than 35 lbs.

Compensation details: 47000-55000 Yearly Salary

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