Compliance Officer

Compliance OfficerThe Compliance Officer is responsible for various compliance areas including training, monitoring reviews, policy and procedures, and product development with each department of the bank. The Compliance Officer helps ensure the Bank maintains a strong and effective compliance management system by assessing the overall adherence to bank protection laws and regulations primarily through the performance of periodic reviews of applicable processes and procedures.Compliance Officer RequirementsBachelors DegreeCRCM and/or CAMS preferred7 to 10 years experience in banking with 3 to 5 years of compliance experienceStrong computer skills: Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel; Experience with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Experience with industry-related systems/softwareStrong data analysis skillsKnowledgeable of compliance laws, rules, and regulations including consumer protection regulations, TRID-RESPA, UDAAP, FCRA, HMDA, etc. Thorough knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act, CRA, and any other regulations is required.Compliance Officer ResponsibilitiesThe Compliance Officer is responsible for maintaining current knowledge of BSA, AML, and OFAC regulations and all bank-related compliance regulations. This person will also use monitoring application systems, maintain investigation files, and conduct periodic assessments of the departments for compliance. Prepare BSA/AML Risk Assessment by identifying the risk profile of the Bank and analyzing the information to better assess the risks identified and mitigate any gaps in controlOversee the preparation, research, and filing of SARs and CTRsThis position will serve on the Compliance Committee and the IT Steering CommitteeAssign and monitor annual BSA training and all other compliance training to Board and EmployeesMeet and discuss with Examiners and Auditors regarding the BSA program and complianceReview all projects for BSA and compliance-related issuesResponsible for monitoring the effectiveness of the Identity Theft Program and providing updates to the Board of DirectorsThis position is responsible for monitoring all bank regulations and creating/changing policies and/or procedures for new or updated regulationsWill be responsible for monitoring/changes of all disclosures for compliance with Federal and State regulations. Reviews product and service disclosures and advertising materials for compliance with applicable rulesConduct due diligence on new MSB applications, and establish and direct ongoing monitoring activities for those MSBs based upon riskThis opportunity includes an excellent compensation and benefits package. This bank prides itself on retaining employees and has one of the best tenure backgrounds in the area - a competitive salary and bonus incentive program.