Assistant Branch Manager Jobs in California
Assistant Branch Manager jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where major financial institutions and credit unions maintain dense branch networks serving both retail and commercial clients. Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and California-based institutions like Golden 1 Credit Union actively hire for this role, with openings across consumer banking, mortgage operations, and small business lending. The market consistently rewards candidates who combine supervisory experience with knowledge of California's compliance landscape, including state-specific lending regulations and consumer protection requirements. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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To assist the Branch Manager of a medium/large branch office by overseeing the efficient operation of the branch to ensure operational functions are completed and properly performed by branch staff.
- Supervise and lead branch team to provide members the full range of Navy Federal Credit Union products and services including lending products and depository accounts such as checking, savings, certificate, IRA, revocable trust and estate accounts
- Assist the Manager in monitoring cash operations and branch self-auditing efforts to keep credit union assets secure and within operational limits
- Manage staff to ensure vault opening, closing and balancing procedures are completed
- Assist in leading outside marketing and promotional activities for members and potential members through financial presentations, local events and realtor/trade shows and events
- Participate and/or oversee recruiting, on-boarding and initial training of team members
- Collaborate with Manager on budget, purchasing, tracking and records retention for business expenses
- Consult with team members to determine development goals for continual growth in technical, soft and leadership skills
- Assist in leading team to achieve and maintain product, service and business goals, including cross servicing of Navy Federal products and services
- Analyze reports and conduct trend analysis to optimize business performance
- Lead and train the team to deliver quality member service to our members
- Ensure compliance with all security, safety and emergency preparedness procedures
- Ensure compliance with all HR related policies, practices and procedures, such as timekeeping, recruiting, compensation, separations, leave usage, etc.
- Ensure the team follows, complies with and regularly reviews all required policies, practices and procedures
- Perform supervisory/managerial responsibilities:
- Supervise daily activities
- Ensure adequate/skilled staffing; select employees
- Establish performance goals and priorities
- Prepare, conduct and review performance appraisals
- Develop, mentor, and counsel staff
- Provide input and/or prepare budget requirements for Annual Financial Plan (AFP)
- Ensure section/branch goals and objectives align with division/department strategy
- Ensure efficiency of operations
- Act as Manager in the incumbent's absence
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Three years' experience in grade level 76 (or higher) or applicable external experience
- Scorecard criteria requirements as defined by Branch Operations Governance or applicable external experience
- Advanced knowledge of applicable federal regulations governing consumer lending and/or credit cards, mortgage and equity loans, savings and checking accounts
- Advanced knowledge of multiple financial products such as consumer mortgage loan, credit cards, and/or savings/checking accounts
- Advanced knowledge of functions relating to cash and ATM operations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment
- Exposure to managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment
- Exposure to developing/maintaining community and command relations
- Experience in member/customer service operations
- Experience in responding to requests regarding complex financial information/data
- Experience in supervising and leading employees
- Working knowledge of retail banking industry best practices
- Desired - Familiarity with financial institution and lending practices, principles and regulations
- Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
- Advanced skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
- Advanced skill interacting with staff, management, vendors and members diplomatically and tactfully
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Additional Information
Hours:
- Available Monday - Saturday, hours based on business needs.
Location:
- 200 Catalina Blvd San Diego, California 92106
- Based upon business needs, this position may require working at or transferring permanently to neighboring branches within a reasonable commuting distance.
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
- FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America’s Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune . ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
To assist the Branch Manager of a medium/large branch office by overseeing the efficient operation of the branch to ensure operational functions are completed and properly performed by branch staff.
- Supervise and lead branch team to provide members the full range of Navy Federal Credit Union products and services including lending products and depository accounts such as checking, savings, certificate, IRA, revocable trust and estate accounts
- Assist the Manager in monitoring cash operations and branch self-auditing efforts to keep credit union assets secure and within operational limits
- Manage staff to ensure vault opening, closing and balancing procedures are completed
- Assist in leading outside marketing and promotional activities for members and potential members through financial presentations, local events and realtor/trade shows and events
- Participate and/or oversee recruiting, on-boarding and initial training of team members
- Collaborate with Manager on budget, purchasing, tracking and records retention for business expenses
- Consult with team members to determine development goals for continual growth in technical, soft and leadership skills
- Assist in leading team to achieve and maintain product, service and business goals, including cross servicing of Navy Federal products and services
- Analyze reports and conduct trend analysis to optimize business performance
- Lead and train the team to deliver quality member service to our members
- Ensure compliance with all security, safety and emergency preparedness procedures
- Ensure compliance with all HR related policies, practices and procedures, such as timekeeping, recruiting, compensation, separations, leave usage, etc.
- Ensure the team follows, complies with and regularly reviews all required policies, practices and procedures
- Perform supervisory/managerial responsibilities:
- Supervise daily activities
- Ensure adequate/skilled staffing; select employees
- Establish performance goals and priorities
- Prepare, conduct and review performance appraisals
- Develop, mentor, and counsel staff
- Provide input and/or prepare budget requirements for Annual Financial Plan (AFP)
- Ensure section/branch goals and objectives align with division/department strategy
- Ensure efficiency of operations
- Act as Manager in the incumbent's absence
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Three years' experience in grade level 76 (or higher) or applicable external experience
- Scorecard criteria requirements as defined by Branch Operations Governance or applicable external experience
- Advanced knowledge of applicable federal regulations governing consumer lending and/or credit cards, mortgage and equity loans, savings and checking accounts
- Advanced knowledge of multiple financial products such as consumer mortgage loan, credit cards, and/or savings/checking accounts
- Advanced knowledge of functions relating to cash and ATM operations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment
- Exposure to managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment
- Exposure to developing/maintaining community and command relations
- Experience in member/customer service operations
- Experience in responding to requests regarding complex financial information/data
- Experience in supervising and leading employees
- Working knowledge of retail banking industry best practices
- Desired - Familiarity with financial institution and lending practices, principles and regulations
- Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
- Advanced skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
- Advanced skill interacting with staff, management, vendors and members diplomatically and tactfully
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Additional Information
Hours:
- Available Monday - Saturday, hours based on business needs.
Location:
- 200 Catalina Blvd San Diego, California 92106
- Based upon business needs, this position may require working at or transferring permanently to neighboring branches within a reasonable commuting distance.
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
- FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2025
- Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs
- Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT
- Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces
- 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care
- Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America
- Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers
- Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2025
- Forbes® 2025 America’s Best Large Employers
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads
- Forbes® 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers
- 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence
- Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025
- 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award
From Fortune . ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
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The qualifications that appear most often in assistant branch manager jobs across California.
- Active NMLS registration or eligibility to obtain one in California required
- Two or more years of branch banking or financial services supervisory experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field preferred
- Demonstrated experience meeting sales goals across deposit, loan, or investment products
- Familiarity with California consumer lending laws and Regulation E compliance
- Proficiency with core banking platforms such as Fiserv, Jack Henry, or similar systems
Assistant Branch Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant branch manager in California?
The most direct path is to build at least two years of experience as a lead teller, personal banker, or customer service supervisor at a California bank or credit union, then apply internally or laterally. If the role involves originating residential mortgage loans, you must hold an active Nationwide Multistate Licensing System registration under California's Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. A bachelor's degree in business or finance strengthens most applications, though demonstrated performance in branch operations often carries equal weight.
Which companies hire assistant branch managers in California?
Employers hiring assistant branch managers in California right now include Mariner Finance, Tri Counties Bank, and Reece, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large community credit union sector, including institutions headquartered in Sacramento and the Bay Area, rounds out hiring alongside the major national banks.
Which California cities have the most assistant branch manager jobs?
The cities with the most assistant branch manager openings in California are Los Angeles, Stockton, and San Diego. Hiring is heaviest where branch density is highest: Los Angeles and the Bay Area sustain large retail banking footprints tied to their population size and commercial activity, while San Diego's military-adjacent credit union sector and Sacramento's concentration of state-chartered institutions add meaningful volume outside the two major metro corridors.
Are there remote assistant branch manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of assistant branch manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that most duties require direct supervision of branch staff and in-person client interactions. The portions of the role most likely to be performed off-site include scheduling, reporting, and administrative compliance tasks rather than floor management or customer-facing responsibilities.
How can I get hired as a assistant branch manager in California with little or no experience?
Start as a personal banker or lead teller at a California bank or credit union, as these roles provide the branch operations exposure that employers look for when promoting into assistant manager positions. Large California institutions like Bank of the West and many Sacramento-area credit unions run structured development tracks that move high performers from frontline roles into supervisory positions within one to two years. Obtaining your NMLS registration early signals readiness and removes a common hiring barrier.
Where can I find and apply to assistant branch manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to assistant branch manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search for roles that fit your background, review the requirements, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience level and preferred location within California.
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