First Security looks at past job history , references from teachers and past employers . “ Some people don ’ t take high school jobs seriously ,” Mathys explained . “ Remember , the job you have now may be the next reference you give .”
Past experience in sales , customer service , financial services or accounting can be beneficial when applying for a position with Arvest . “ We look for candidates with a professional demeanor , enthusiasm for customer service and a willingness to contribute as a team player towards common goals .
Arvest offers a number of different career paths and allows for promotional opportunities based on both work experience and / or education ,” explained Whitlow .
The average pay for tellers is $ 27,000 per year , according to NWA Workforce Connection . Starting off as a teller could lead to other positions in the industry , such as bookkeeping , accounting , and auditing clerks . These positions are also among the growing financial careers in our area . Our economy is projected to create more than 300 new jobs in that area alone by 2024 .
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