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!

View Openings

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 FIRST

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

  • “In my previous job experience I got to really work with people and communicate, I got to help people; that’s one thing I like about working here at Sterling State Bank, you get to help people”

  • “I enjoy working for Sterling State Bank because it’s a family-owned company, and they are very giving in the community and encourage us to be as well. I take full advantage of that by joining boards and doing volunteer work”

  • “I continue to work for Sterling State Bank because the family we work for really is fantastic and they give us a lot of opportunity to grow, both personally and professionally; and I love all of my coworkers and customers here. We are very, very customer focused, and everyday it's my job to make sure that a customer is happy"

  • “I enjoy working at Sterling State Bank mostly because of the people that I work with, my coworkers, and the customers; we have some great customers. I also enjoy having my Saturdays off”

  • “I love working at Sterling State Bank because I am actually a person here; I'm not a number. The McNeilus family owns the bank, and they treat me like me, not account number 123”

Current Openings

 

{beginAccordion}

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).

Apply Now

Or email your 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!

{endAccordion}

{beginAccordion}

Full-Time Customer Service Representative - Lakeville, MN

Sterling State Bank is seeking to hire a qualified candidate for the position of Customer Service Representative (CSR) for our Lakeville, MN office located at 16366 Kenrick Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044.

Additional responsibilities and skills required 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 opening and maintaining bank deposit products.  Core areas of focus include deposit accounts (checking, savings, certificates and safe deposit boxes), assisting with processing transactions at the teller line (as needed), handling bank IRA products (certificates, savings accounts), debit and credit card ordering/maintenance, and supporting branch operations by providing great customer service surrounding the Bank’s digital banking products.  Previous banking experience either as a universal banker, personal banker, CSR or teller, is valued for this position.    

 

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, and 401k). 

Sterling State Bank is a Minnesota community bank.  To learn more us and who we are, please visit our web site (www.sterlingstate.bank).

Interested applicants may submit a resume to the following e-mail address: [email protected] (Attn: Lakeville).

Sterling State Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we are excited to meet you!

Apply Now

{endAccordion}

{beginAccordion}

Full-Time Customer Service Representative - Rochester, MN

Sterling State Bank is seeking to hire a qualified candidate for the position of Customer Service Representative (CSR) for our Rochester, MN office located at 10 25th Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904.

Additional responsibilities and skills required 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 opening and maintaining bank deposit products and assisting with some consumer loan processing.  Core areas of focus include deposit accounts (checking, savings, certificates and safe deposit boxes), assisting with processing transactions at the teller line (as needed), handling bank IRA products (certificates, savings accounts), debit and credit card ordering/maintenance, and supporting branch operations by providing great customer service surrounding the Bank’s digital banking products.  Previous banking experience either as a universal banker, personal banker, CSR or teller, is valued for this position.    

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, and 401k). 

Sterling State Bank is a Minnesota community bank.  To learn more us and who we are, please visit our web site (www.sterlingstate.bank).

Interested applicants may submit a resume to the following e-mail address: [email protected] (Attn: Rochester).

Sterling State Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we are excited to meet you!

Apply Now

{endAccordion}

{beginAccordion}

Full-Time Teller - Rochester, MN

Sterling State Bank is hiring a Full Time Teller (40 hours per week) for our office located at: 4200 Badger Hills Drive NW, Rochester, MN 55901.  Our tellers are the friendly face of the Bank to so many great customers.  We’re seeking applicants who enjoy providing great customer service while making each of our customers feel welcomed in our Bank branch.  Professional standards of accuracy and attention to detail are important for this position. 

Additional responsibilities and skills required include:

Tellers are responsible for processing customer transactions.  These include deposits, payments, transfers, change orders and currency processing.  The ability to follow bank policies and procedures in performance of the job are also important attributes.  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 and every application receives a response.  Submit a resume through this site or at the e-mail address specified on our employment page at www.sterlingstate.bank (e-mail subject line:  Rochester Full Time Teller).

To learn more about our bank and who we are as an organization, please visit our web site (www.sterlingstate.bank).  Do you have additional question about this opening?  You are more than welcome to contact us at 507-282-1845 (ask for HR).  We are excited to hear from you!

EOE

Apply Now

{endAccordion}

{beginAccordion}

Full-Time Customer Service Representative - Savage, MN

Sterling State Bank is seeking to hire a qualified candidate for the position of Customer Service Representative (CSR) for our Branch Office located in Savage, MN.

Additional responsibilities and skills required include:

  • Expand customer relationships both inside and outside of the branch.
  • Build long-term banking relationships with new and existing customers through the sale of deposit and loan products.
  • Assist customers in opening and maintaining deposit accounts, processing transactions at the teller line, handling bank IRA products, debit and credit cards, limited consumer lending and supporting branch operations.

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 opening and maintaining bank deposit products.  Core areas of focus include deposit accounts (checking, savings, certificates and safe deposit boxes), assisting with processing transactions at the teller line (as needed), handling bank IRA products (certificates, savings accounts), debit and credit card ordering/maintenance, and supporting branch operations by providing great customer service surrounding the Bank’s digital banking products.  Previous banking experience either as a universal banker, personal banker, CSR or teller, is valued for this position.    

Ideal Candidate will possess some oif the following experience:

  • Effective sales ability and persuasiveness
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in bank information systems and standard business software preferred

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).

Sterling State Bank is a full service FDIC-insured commercial bank that includes an Insurance Agency and investment advisory service. We have 6 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.

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).

Interested applicants may submit a resume to the following e-mail address: [email protected] (Attn: Savage).

Sterling State Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we are excited to meet you!

Apply Now

{endAccordion}

{beginAccordion}

Part-Time Teller - Savage, MN

Sterling State Bank is hiring a Part Time Teller (25-30 hours per week, from Noon until 5:45 p.m., M-F) for our office located in Lakeville, MN.  Tellers are the friendly face of the Bank to so many of our wonderful customers.  We’re seeking an applicant who enjoys providing great customer service while making each customer feel welcomed in our Bank branch.  Professional standards of accuracy, privacy and attention to detail are important for this position. 

Additional responsibilities and skills required include:

Tellers are responsible for processing customer transactions.  These include deposits, payments, transfers, change orders and currency processing.  The ability to follow bank policies and procedures in performance of the job are also important attributes.  Enjoy work in a professional environment while enhancing your resume with a position that offers consistent, daytime hours. 

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:  Part Time Teller).

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

Apply Now

{endAccordion}