Risk Specialist

Risk SpecialistDieterich Bank | Effingham, ILAre you someone who enjoys working with details, solving problems, and making sure things are done the right way? Dieterich Bank is looking for a Risk Specialist to join our team and help ensure we remain compliant with banking laws, regulations, and internal policies.In this role, you'll work closely with our Risk & BSA team to monitor compliance programs, review transactions and accounts, assist with audits and regulatory requests, and help identify and resolve potential risks. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, dependable, and interested in building a career in banking, compliance, or risk management.What You'll Do:Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) / Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)Verification of CTRs & submission through the Verafin software.Annual review of CTR exempt customers.Review daily Monarch CIF Relationship Changes Report. Track and report missing items until resolutionReview & clear low-level alerts from the Verafin softwareAssist the BSA Officer & Assistant BSA Officer as needed in investigationsReview and action the Money Instrument Report for cash transactions of $3,000 to $10,000Review and action the Dormancy/FDICIA Control ReportAssist with any internal compliance reviewsAssist regulators and external auditors with providing documents for 3rd party reviewsAnswer questions and provide support for issues and questions initiated in the Risk & Compliance Help DeskMaintain job knowledge through attendance at webinarsNasdaq Verafin clean up and maintenance of RDC, ACH, Foreign Individuals, etc.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Must demonstrate our core values of Integrity, Value, Service Excellence, & Teamwork.Detail-oriented focusOrganizational skillsAbility to use CSI Nupoint, CSI CenterDoc. and Verafin, or the ability to adapt to new programs/softwareAbility to meet deadlinesStrong communication skills (verbal and written)Ability to work effectively with team membersKnowledge and practice of proper, basic phone etiquetteAbility to work independentlyBasic accounting knowledgeProficient in Microsoft OfficeSchedule:This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, with a typical schedule between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend work may be needed based on business needs.You may also have the opportunity to travel to other branches for quarterly training or position-specific training. Some training may take place outside of the local area.Benefits & PerksGroup Health InsuranceGroup Dental & Vision InsuranceLife, AD&D & LTD Insurance401(k) Plan - Employer matching availableEmployee Assistance Program+Discretionary Profit Sharing PlanDiscretionary Bonus PlanProfit Sharing PlanPaid Time Off (Holidays, sick time, personal time, and vacation)8 hours of paid time volunteer with a charity of their choice.Why Join Dieterich Bank?At Dieterich Bank, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We're looking for someone who wants to grow with us, learn new skills, and make a meaningful contribution to our team. If you're organized, curious, and enjoy work where attention to detail matters, we'd love to hear from you!Dieterich Bank is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.