South Carolina Federal Credit Union Careers, Benefits, Review

At South Carolina Federal, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We strive to be a top employer for diverse talent, and our goal is to make South Carolina Federal a place where leaders want to grow their careers. Our ability to serve a diverse membership relies on the perspectives and knowledge of people from all walks of life. We believe that success can only be achieved if we provide an exemplary employee experience and an environment that is welcoming and inclusive to everyone, regardless of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, and life experience. We recruit diverse individuals through partnerships with Black and Women's colleges and universities, as well as Hispanic and Veterans' institutions and organizations. Our community outreach also has a positive impact on diverse communities throughout our footprint. Through our DEI Council, we provide education, activities, and experiences to provide a sense of belonging, empowerment, and opportunity.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Council Mission Statement:  To create, sustain, and nurture a culture where difference and similarities are embraced and where collaboration is encouraged to foster an inclusive working environment, resulting in an unparalleled employee experience.

Our DEI goals include:

• Providing a diverse candidate pool for hiring managers for all open employment opportunities
• Being transparent about where we conduct our recruiting and community outreach
• Celebrating diversity through a number of diversity events and activities each year
• Delivering an employee experience where every employee feels valued and respected
• Affording opportunities for every employee to be a leader through diversity initiatives
• Providing DEI educational opportunities through microlearning courses, training, and video

We're honored to receive the 2020 Excellence in Workplace Diversity Award from the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce! At South Carolina Federal, we strive to be a workplace where people of all experiences, backgrounds, and cultures feel included, accepted, and valued. We recognize that diversity is not just about race and gender. It is about recognizing and respecting differences based on an infinite range of unique characteristics and life experiences.

Bring your passion to a ‘best place’ for a better purpose! Move forward in your career, and give back to your community. Place your passion in both at South Carolina Federal Credit Union.

South Carolina Federal Credit Union has provided convenient financial services since its founding in 1936. Fourteen naval shipyard workers contributed $5, for a total of $70. That small beginning sparked what is now one of the largest credit unions in the country, serving over 160,000 members.

• 1936 - Chartered as Charleston Navy Yard Employees Federal Credit Union
• 1960 - Changed name to Charleston Naval Shipyard (CNS) Federal Credit Union when membership was expanded to include Navy personnel working in the Navy Yard
• 1965 - Opened at the Shipyard, becoming the first credit union in the state with our own facility
• 1969 - Opened Naval Station branch
• 1974 - Only credit union in South Carolina providing monthly statements and processing transactions with same-day receipts
• 1979 - Opened a 5-story operations building at 2175 Credit Union Lane, in North Charleston
• 1981 - Opened our first ATM. By 1984 there were 14 ATMs throughout the area
• 1989 - Hurricane Hugo disrupted the lives of many members, the credit union forgave $83,000 in returned check fees and another $46,000 in service charges to assist those members in time of need
• 1994 - Changed name to South Carolina Federal Credit Union to better represent service area
• 2000 - Online Banking available to members free of charge
• 2003 - Updated status to that of a community-chartered credit union, opening membership to all who live, work, and worship in Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley, Calhoun, Georgetown, Orangeburg and most of Lexington and Richland counties
• 2009 - Opened new state-of-the-art operations center at 6265 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston
• 2010   Introduction of the South Carolina Federal Credit Union scholarship
• 2011   Expanded West Ashley area service with a new financial center
• 2012   Beginning of the South Carolina Federal Foundation to streamline employee charitable giving
• 2013   South Carolina Federal named "Best Financial Institution" by Charleston City Paper
• 2015   Launched Bank at Work, an onsite-banking program for participating employers
• 2016   Celebrated the credit union's 80th Anniversary
• 2016   Reached 1.5 billion dollars in assets
• 2017   Expansion to the Florence area began with two new financial centers
• 2018   Expanded scholarship awards to $50,000 and included technical as well as traditional universities
• 2019   Expanded credit union services to Spartanburg and Lexington
• 2020   Reached $2 billion in assets
• 2021   Celebrated the credit union's 85th Anniversary
• 2022   Expanded credit union services to Greenville

Our employees are only able to perform their best when they feel their best—physically, financially, and emotionally. In an effort to help all our employees thrive, we’re committed to providing some of the best benefits around.

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Educational assistance through tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive, award-winning on-the-job training
• Career advancement resources
• Inclusive wellness program
• On-site fitness center with full shower amenities
• Gym membership reimbursement
• On-site annual physicals and flu shots
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Personal time off
• Wellness time off
• Opportunities to give back to the community through volunteer efforts
• Employee referral bonuses
• Employee loan discounts
• Interest-free electronic device loans
• Onsite food vendors
• Pet insurance
• Adoption assistance
• Travel insurance
• CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Program

We currently have openings for Financial Service Representatives in many of our markets. In this role, you’ll provide exceptional service and build long-term relationships with members, engaging with them to conduct teller transactions and to identify products that best meet their financial needs. Our employees enjoy:

•Generous 401k employer match
•Jaw-dropping paid time off
•Tuition assistance up to $5k/year
•Exceptional loan rate discounts
•Paid holidays
•Gym reimbursement
•Growth opportunities

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of cash handling and customer service experience within a banking or retail environment and a minimum of a high school diploma (or GED). Learn more at scfederal.jobs.