Talent Acquisition Generalist

We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!
At Climate First Bank , we’re redefining what banking can be. As a Florida Benefit Corporation and FDIC-insured commercial bank, we offer a full suite of personal and business services—including solar, residential, commercial, ESOP Banking, Structured Finance and SBA loans—all designed to power a better future. We’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation, a member of 1% for the Planet, and part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), reflecting our deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and ethical banking.
With branches in St. Petersburg, Winter Park, Mount Dora , Downtown Orlando and a growing digital presence , we’re proving that banking can be a force for good. We don’t just support environmental and social causes—we’re built on them.
Under our Holding Company, Climate First Bancorp , we are also powered by OneEthos. OneEthos operates at the intersection of fintech and traditional banking to expand access to inclusive, values-driven financial services. Regulated by the Federal Reserve Bank, it equips Community Banks, Credit Unions, CDFIs, and Green Banks with ethical lending tools—especially in climate finance and solar lending.
Join the Movement
We’re seeking driven, mission-aligned individuals ready to make an impact. If you’re passionate about sustainability, thrive in a fast-paced, results driven environment, and want to be part of something bigger, you will feel right at home.
Our team is one of goal-setters, go-getters, problem solvers, thought leaders, and changemakers . We celebrate wins, tackle challenges head-on, and push boundaries. Fueled by purpose, we thrive where perseverance and passion turn ambitious goals into reality.
Thrive at Climate First Bank
At Climate First Bank , we’re investing in your future. We offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance. Please note that benefit eligibility varies by employment status and that benefits for part-time employees may differ from those listed below.
Compensation — In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives and equity. Actual compensation is based on industry salary ranges, internal salary structures, experience, skills and other job-related factors.
Health Coverage — 100% employer-paid for employees; employer contribution for dependents by Us
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Free Telemedicine access via Teladoc
Financial Wellness & Wealth Building
401(k) with 6% Employer Match — No Vesting Period.
Employee Stock Options
Exclusive Employee Banking Perks
0% Financing for Employee Solar Loans
Employee Only Mortgage Product with exclusive interest rates and terms.
0% Financing for Eligible Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Referral Incentives
Generous Paid Time Off
2–4 Weeks of Vacation based on officer level plus additional tenure-based time.
64 Hours of Paid Sick Time for all full-time employees.
Protection & Peace of Mind
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling, legal, and financial services.
What to Expect as the Talent Acquisition Generalist
The Talent Acquisition Generalist supports the full candidate lifecycle. This role combines recruiting coordination, reporting and process improvement. You will independently manage recurring activities, apply sound judgment, protect confidential information. You’ll partner with People leaders, hiring managers, employees, candidates, and banking teams to deliver an organized and consistent experience.
What You Will Contribute in This Role
People Attraction and Candidate Support - Coordinate candidate workflows from application through pre-employment, including interview scheduling, candidate communications, assessments, document collection, status tracking, and offer support. Maintain accurate records and identify delays or gaps that require escalation.
Candidate Pipelining and Applicant Management - Build and maintain active candidate pipelines for repeatable, high-volume requisitions.
New-Hire Bank Account Opening - Guide new hires through the account-opening process and complete assigned account-opening activities in accordance with Bank procedures. Validate required information and documentation, coordinate timely resolution of exceptions, protect customer and employee data, and help ensure accounts are available for the employee’s first direct deposit.
Reporting and Data Integrity - Prepare recurring and ad hoc recruiting and workforce reports. Review data for accuracy, reconcile discrepancies across systems, summarize trends, and provide leaders with clear information for operational decisions.
Process Improvement and Project Ownership - Lead assigned People Attraction projects from planning through completion. Evaluate workflows, recommend practical improvements, document procedures, test automations, and use Microsoft 365, the ATS, and related tools to improve service, controls, and efficiency.
Communication and Partnership - Maintain proactive communication with candidates, employees, hiring managers, People leaders, and internal partners. Prepare status updates, meeting materials, onboarding communications, and other documentation that keeps work moving and stakeholders informed.
Confidentiality and Risk Management - Exercise discretion with employee, candidate, payroll, and customer information. Follow established approval paths and internal controls, recognize issues that require escalation, and support audit, compliance, and regulatory requests.
Mission and Compliance - Champion the Bank’s commitment to environmental, social, economic, and racial justice. Complete required compliance and information security training and maintain working knowledge of policies and regulations relevant to the role, including BSA, AML, CIP, and OFAC requirements.
What You Will Leverage in This Role
Education and Experience - Two to four years of progressive experience in human resources, recruiting operations, People Operations, banking operations, or a comparable generalist role. A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related discipline is preferred.
Generalist Judgment - Ability to independently organize work, interpret established policies and procedures, resolve routine issues, recognize risk, make sound recommendations, and escalate appropriately. Comfortable balancing service, compliance, confidentiality, and business needs.
Banking and Account-Opening Readiness - Experience with customer onboarding, deposit operations, branch banking, or account opening is preferred. Ability to learn and consistently follow customer identification, documentation, privacy, and information security requirements is required.
Systems and Analytical Capability - Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and experience working in an HRIS, applicant tracking system, payroll platform, or other workflow technology. ADP Workforce Now and Greenhouse experience are preferred. Able to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and produce clear reports.
Project and Process Management - Ability to manage recurring deadlines and cross-functional projects, document procedures, maintain controls, and improve workflows without sacrificing accuracy or employee experience.
Communication and Relationship Building - Clear, tactful, and responsive communication across candidates, employees, managers, executives, and external partners. Ability to explain processes, set expectations, follow up on commitments, and handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.
Organization and Accuracy - Attention to detail, disciplined follow-through, and comfort managing competing priorities in a high-growth environment. Maintains accurate files, trackers, calendars, and system records.
Integrity and Teamwork - Cons