The First Bank and Trust Company of Murphysboro

06/12/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING: Universal Banker I 🚨

Looking to start or grow your career in banking? Join First Bank and Trust Company of Murphysboro and be part of a community-focused institution that values customer service, teamwork, and professional growth!

💼 Position: Universal Banker I
💰 Pay: $15.00 – $17.00/hour (based on experience)

✨ What You’ll Do:
• Deliver exceptional customer service in person, over the phone, and digitally
• Open new accounts and process teller transactions
• Help customers navigate digital banking tools
• Educate customers on financial products and services
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance
• Support daily branch operations

🎯 What We’re Looking For:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Banking or customer service experience (preferred)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Comfortable using computers and banking systems

🎁 Full-Time Benefits Include:
• Health, dental, vision, LTD & life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off + holidays
• Opportunities for advancement 📈

🏦 Our Mission:
Rooted in local values, we are building a future where families and businesses thrive through trusted guidance, innovative banking, and a shared commitment to long-term success.

📍 Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment with opportunities to grow your career!

⚖️ Equal Opportunity Employer:
First Bank and Trust Company of Murphysboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

👉 Apply today or message us for more details!

05/12/2026

Great news! Our phones are back up and running again today. If you’ve been trying to reach us, please give us a call! Thanks for your patience!

05/11/2026

We are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines and are unable to receive calls at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve the problem. Please contact us through email at [email protected] if you need immediate assistance.

01/26/2026

Due to inclement weather the Bank will be closed tomorrow. Stay safe and warm.

10/24/2025

A friendly reminder before the weekend gets in full swing, we will never call you unexpectedly and ask for account information. If someone claiming to be us does this, hang up and call our number directly.

Below are some other helpful tips from the FCC.

Scammers love personal information, especially yours and anyone else’s they can steal, using it to target your finances or as part of some other fraud scheme.

To them, your telephone can be a gold mine, so the next time your phone rings and your caller ID shows what appears to be a local number or even someone you recognize, you should be wary because it could be part of a ‘neighbor spoofing’ scam.

With ‘neighbor spoofing,’ the callers are hoping you’ll pick up because the call looks local – even if it’s just your same area code - then they start their pitch, hoping you’ll answer their questions. It’s likely they’ll tell you that they need to update or confirm some information, or they’ll make some threat, hoping you’ll panic.

What should you do?

The Federal Communications Commission and the Better Business Bureau offer these tips:

If you don’t recognize the telephone number, don’t answer the call. If it’s important, they’ll leave a message and you can decide whether to call back or not.

If you answer a call that appears to be from your bank, doctor, insurance company or a utility provider or government agency, you should still be wary because scammers can spoof that caller ID. It’s likely they’ll tell you there has been some sort of problem and that they need more information and that you need to act quickly.

Things a scammer might ask for include account numbers, passwords, PINs or insurance numbers. They might even make some sort of threat, hoping you’ll react before thinking.

If you are at all suspicious or feel pressured, hang up before answering any questions. Some experts even advise not even answering with a ‘yes’ or ‘no.’

If you think the call could be legitimate after hanging up, take the time to look up an official phone number. Check for valid numbers on the back of your debit or credit cards, a financial account statement, a utility bill, or on an official website. Use those numbers and explain why you are calling.

To help battle this type of call, you can file a complaint with the FCC at consumercomplaints.fcc.gov, or with the Better Business Bureau at bbb.org.

The next time you get a call that you don’t recognize or are unsure of, take the time to think before you talk.

BBB helps consumers and businesses in the United States and Canada. Find trusted BBB Accredited Businesses. Get BBB Accredited. File a complaint, leave a review, report a scam.

08/28/2025

📞 We’re currently experiencing problems with our phone lines. If you’ve been trying to reach us, we apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is working to get things back up and running as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, please reach out to us here on Facebook or by email at [email protected].

Thank you for your patience and understanding! ☎️

08/25/2025

New Look, Same Great Bank! 🏦
Check out our fresh new signage at First Bank & Trust!
Huge thanks to Prism Design LLC for making it happen! 🙌

08/13/2025

🚨 Customer Alert: Protect Yourself from Mail Scams 🚨
We’ve recently been made aware of spam mail and fake checks being sent to households in our community. These scams often look very real — sometimes including official-looking logos, return addresses, or urgent messages.
Here’s how to spot a scam before it costs you:
✅ Too good to be true? If you didn’t enter a contest or apply for a payment, it’s likely a scam.
✅ Pressure to act fast — scammers want you to rush before you think.
✅ Strange requests — like asking you to deposit a check and send money back.
✅ Misspellings or unusual wording — often a red flag.
What to do if you receive suspicious mail:
1️⃣ Do NOT deposit the check or respond to the sender.
2️⃣ Contact us immediately at 📞 618-687-1711.
3️⃣ Report it to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
At First Bank & Trust Company of Murphysboro, your safety comes first. Always verify before you trust — and remember, it’s okay to hang up, throw it away, or walk into your local branch to double-check.
💬 Stay alert. Stay safe. Protect your money.

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08/06/2025

✅ We're Hiring! Join Our Team at The First Bank and Trust Company!
📍 Now Hiring: Full-Time & Part-Time Universal Bankers
Looking for a rewarding career where you matter and your community does too?
We’re on the lookout for motivated, customer-focused individuals to become part of our growing team!
💼 Position: Universal Banker
🕒 Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available
💰 Hourly Pay: $15–$17 (based on experience)
📍 Location: The First Bank and Trust Company
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🌟 What You’ll Do
• Deliver exceptional service (in person, phone, and online)
• Open new accounts, process transactions, assist with digital tools
• Help customers reach their financial goals
💡 You’ll Love This If You:
• Enjoy helping others
• Thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Want a place where growth is encouraged!
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🎁 Full-Time Employee Benefits Offered:
✅ Health, LTD, & Life Insurance
✅ Vision & Dental Coverage
✅ 401(k)
✅ Paid Time Off & Holidays
✅ Room for Growth
📧 Apply Today:
📩 Email your resume to [email protected]
🏦 Or stop by your local branch to fill out an application
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👥 The First Bank and Trust Company — Rooted in community. Driven by service.
🟦 Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

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