WAUCHULA STATE BANK
WAUCHULA, FLORIDA

Wauchula State Bank’s dedication of serving individuals, families, and businesses in our local communities has remained strong. We’re proud of this commitment. Wauchula State Bank grows into Polk County. Wauchula State Bank Names New President Wauchula State Bank names J.W. “Jake” Crews, IV as President and Robert E. “Bob” Hanchey as Vice Chairman. Wauchula State Financial Services was established to provide non-bank financial services to our customers and communities The Crews family establishes a holding company, Crews Banking Corporation, that today includes Wauchula State Bank, First State Bank of Arcadia, Charlotte State Bank & Trust and Englewood Bank & Trust with 26 offices covering 11 counties throughout Central Florida. Wauchula State Bank rented oxen and buggy for a week in the early 1960s. On the side of the wagon, the slogan reads, "Wauchula State Bank: Pioneers in Banking established in 1929." A real cowboy from Wyoming gave the residents of Wauchula rides around town. In the picture (from left) are banker Bill Crews, the cowboy and his son and Will Emmitt Patton. J.W. Crews, Sr. purchases controlling interest in Wauchula State Bank and is named President. Opening Our Doors for Business Wauchula State Bank opens for business with J.W. Crews, Sr. being part owner and employee. Wauchula State Bank has served the Florida Heartland since 1929 as a family-owned, locally managed, community bank. In May 1932, J.W. Crews, Sr. purchased controlling interest in Wauchula State Bank and today the bank is still owned and operated by the Crews Family. Today, Wauchula State Bank is part of a four bank holding company with total assets of more than $1.3 billion. In addition to Wauchula State Bank, Crews Banking Corporation owns Charlotte State Bank & Trust, Englewood Bank & Trust and First State Bank of Arcadia. Each bank has their own president and their decisions are made locally in each of these markets. J.W. “Bill” Crews, Jr. serves as Chairman for both Crews Banking Corporation and Wauchula State Bank, with his grandson, J.W. “Jake” Crews, IV, serving as President of Wauchula State Bank. Enjoy the consistency and confidentiality of partnering with a privately-owned bank that has been serving Central Florida for more than 85 years. With our newest Downtown Winter Haven - Central Park location, we continue to grow our vision by making banking easy, secure and convenient for customers. Wauchula State Bank's Vision is to be the premier bank in Central Florida. We make banking easy by listening to our customers and offering flexible and creative options based on our experience. People like to deal with people they can talk to and relationships really matter in this business. I'm glad we are still that bank. At Wauchula State Bank, you're family. Careers at Wauchula State Bank Wauchula State Bank offers a professional, dynamic and diverse work environment. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated people to join our team. Our continued success depends on our ability to hire, select and retain the best qualified employees. Responsible for the development and implementation of product, system/processes and culture training for bank employees. This individual will utilize strong facilitation skills to create dynamic learning environments and successfully communicate content through various learning styles. A strong candidate will have the ability to conceptualize and facilitate various forms of training and communication materials for the organization and have the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to make a 5- to 8-minute training presentation. Provides quality service, by telephone, to bank customers. Sells appropriate products, researches and resolves customer requests and answers customer inquiries with regard to account maintenance, balance transfers, stop payments, statement requests, etc. Answers incoming calls for all bank branches. Must have strong communication and organizational skills. High school diploma or its equivalent required. Banking experience preferred. Reviews all loan packages at pre-closing and post-closing to ensure all requirements are in accordance with Wauchula State Bank's policies and procedures. Reviews title insurance policies, documents loan policy exceptions for missing documents, signatures, corrections required and pending documents. Must have thorough knowledge of all types of loan documentation and loan operation procedures. High school diploma or its equivalent required. Banking experience preferred. Mail to: Human Resources, Wauchula State Bank, P. O. Box 248, Wauchula, FL 33873 Your life is busy enough without having to worry about getting to the bank in time. Wauchula State Bank’s Online Banking is convenient, secure, and gives you access to your accounts anytime from anywhere, whether you are at home or on the road. Every customer is unique and every lending condition is different. That's why we take the time to design a loan product to achieve your specific goals, during every stage of your financial success. At Wauchula State Bank, you'll find what you're looking for - from the personalized care you'll receive, to the products we offer. Whether you want to refinance, purchase a home, or consolidate, we are here to help every step of the way.