Welcome to Sterling State Bank. We're excited to meet outstanding individuals who are interested in making a positive difference for our customers.
This page displays our current job opportunities. If you don't see any openings currently posted, but would still like to share your resume with us, please attach it to an e-mail and send it to: [email protected] (Attn: Human Resources).
Interested applicants are also welcome to call us anytime at 507-282-1845. Thank you for considering Sterling State Bank as a great place to work. We look forward to hearing from you!
Benefits and perks

Benefits
Our benefits include health, dental, and a 401k match. If you choose to participate, your earnings and investments will be matched by the bank to maximize your retirement fund and get you on the track to financial freedom.

Family Matters
Sterling is a family-owned bank; so we value our people over everything. We believe that a healthy, safe work environment is key to a happy work-life balance. We are not only coworkers, but friends and family as well.

Growth Potential
We have an outstanding growth rate within our company. We always try to promote within before outsourcing, which means there is always opportunity for change. Many of our employees started out as tellers, and are now personal bankers, lenders, and managers.

Health & Wellness
As an employee of Sterling State Bank, you have full access to our exclusive gym on site, which can also be enjoyed with family members. We care about the health and well being of our employees, and strive to make as many resources available as possible!

Community Involvement
The community of Rochester and the surrounding metro areas of the Twin Cities have countless volunteer opportunities that our employees love to take part in. We take pride in providing the time and resources for our staff to participate in these events and build connections in the surrounding areas.

Flexible Schedule
Sterling is an FDIC insured bank, meaning we're closed for every federal holiday. Each one counts as a paid vacation day. In addition, based on our ownership's family values and beliefs, the bank is also closed weekends.
Core values

Integrity

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Personal Responsibility

Community Support

Local Pride
Testimonials
Current Openings
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Deposit Operations Specialist - Rochester, MN
Sterling State Bank has an immediate opening for the position of Deposit Operations Specialist. This position is based in our Bank corporate office located at 4200 Badger Hills Drive NW, Rochester, MN 55901.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position in the Bank’s Operations Department. This position interacts with a number of key banking services including: retail mobile banking, retail Internet banking, wire transfers, deposit account maintenance & review, new accounts, IRA processing & reporting, bill-payments, assisting with non-post processing, debit cards, and safe deposit box operations.
Ideal candidates will possess some of the following experience:
- Previous experience in a bank or credit union is highly valued for this role
- Experience with FISERV-specific banking software including Premier bank core, electronic banking products, front line deposit software, Business Analytics, Director content management system, FISERV EFT (debit cards) or Business Process Manager (BPM) can be helpful - but not required
- Additional experience or expertise that could also be a great fit for this role includes Accredited ACH Professional (AAP) certification or National Check Professional (NCP) certification
Sterling State Bank’s operations department supports branches in Rochester, the Twin Cities and Austin markets. Hours are approximately 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday with no weekend hours scheduled.
Sterling State Bank is a Minnesota bank headquartered in Rochester, MN. To learn more about our financial institution, please visit our web site at www.sterlingstate.bank or follow us on Facebook or LinkedIn. Benefits include 401k, paid vacation, free employee gym access and HSA health care benefits.
Or submit a resume to Malachi McNeilus at: [email protected] (“Attn: Operations” in the subject line). Questions about this opening? Call Malachi at (507) 282-1845 or send an e-mail. We are excited to hear from you!
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Full-Time Commercial Lender - Lakeville, MN / Apple Valley, MN
Sterling State Bank is looking to expand our commercial lending department in both our Lakeville, MN and Apple Valley, MN offices.
Are you a Commercial Lender ready to take the next step in your career? Sterling State Bank is growing and hiring in our Twin Cities markets. Responsibilities include generating new business relationships including consumer and commercial deposit and loan clients, maintaining and enhancing current relationships and new account administration.
Additional responsibilities and skills required include:
- Responsibility for developing a quality commercial customer portfolio and managing the customer relationship. This also includes underwriting, structuring and closing loans and achieving sales objectives.
- A willingness to participate in marketing strategy for commercial loan origination as needed.
- Preparing loan packages that meet the Bank's underwriting standards.
- Monitoring and managing delinquent credits in the portfolio.
- Developing business and community relationships and participating in community activities and organizations to increase the Bank's visibility.
- Recognizing opportunities and making referrals for other banking services and products.
Ideal candidates will possess some of the following experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field is preferred.
- Previous commercial lending experience is required.
- A minimum of 5 years' commercial lending experience is preferred.
- Effective sales ability and persuasiveness
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in bank information systems and standard business software.
Sterling State Bank is a full service FDIC-insured commercial bank that includes an Insurance Agency and investment advisory service. We have 7 branches serving Southern Minnesota, Rochester and the Twin Cities markets. Founded in 1958, Sterling State Bank is a community bank specializing in commercial banking and lending, with extremely fast loan decisions and an efficient, centralized loan processing department to support our Commercial Lending team. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your loan portfolio in a fast-growing market area? Sterling State Bank is a great fit!
Sterling State Bank considers all applicants for all positions, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination, as provided under applicable state and federal law. Equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Or submit a resume to Malachi McNeilus at: [email protected] (“Attn: Commercial Lender” in the subject line). Questions about this opening? Call Malachi at (507) 282-1845 or send an e-mail. We are excited to hear from you!
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Full-Time Teller - Austin, MN
Sterling State Bank is hiring a Full Time Teller (40 hours per week) for our office in AUstin, MN. Tellers are the friendly face of the Bank and have extensive customer contact on a daily basis. We are seeking applicants who enjoy providing great customer service and want to be part of creating a welcoming environment for everyone at our Bank branch. Professional standards of accuracy, privacy and attention to detail are important for this position.
Ideal candidates will possess some of the following experience:
- Processing customer transactions which include deposits, payments, transfers. change orders and currency processing
- Ability to follow bank policies and procedures in performance of the job
Enjoy work in a professional environment while enhancing your resume with a position that offers consistent, daytime hours (Monday – Friday). Enjoy your Saturdays off with no Saturday hours scheduled for this opening.
Sterling State Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and every application receives a response. Submit a resume by e-mail to: [email protected] (e-mail subject line: Full Time Teller Austin).
To learn more about our bank and who we are as an organization, please visit our web site or connect with us on social media. Question about this opening? Please feel free to contact our HR Department with any questions you may have. We are excited to hear from you!
EOE
Or submit a resume to Malachi McNeilus at: [email protected] (“Attn: Operations” in the subject line). Questions about this opening? Call Malachi at (507) 282-1845 or send an e-mail. We are excited to hear from you!
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Customer Service Representative - Apple Valley, MN
Sterling State Bank is seeking to hire a qualified candidate for the position of Customer Service Representative (CSR) for our Branch Office located at 4520 150th Street W, Apple Valley, MN 55124.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Our CSRs work to expand customer relationships both inside and outside of the branch, building long-term banking relationships with new and existing customers through the sale of deposit & loan products.
- Opening and maintaining deposit accounts, assisting with processing transactions at the teller line as needed, handling bank IRA products, debit and credit cards, limited consumer lending based on experience and supporting branch operations.
Ideal candidates will possess some of the following experience:
- Previous banking experience either as a universal banker, personal banker, CSR or teller, is valued for this position.
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Familiarity with FISERV’s Premier banking core and FISERV’s Integrated Teller software is also helpful.
This position offers a consistent, full time schedule (40 hours per week, M-F) with no Saturday shifts required. Professional benefits package included (health care, paid vacation, 401k).
EOE
Sterling State Bank is a Minnesota community bank. To learn more our Bank, please visit our web site at: www.sterlingstate.bank)
Interested applicants may submit a resume to the following e-mail address: [email protected] (Attn: CSR).
Sterling State Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we’re excited to meet you!
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