FCRM Specialist-Quantitative Models

The FCRM Specialist - Quantitative Models position supports the FCRM department’s use of models and quantitative tools in its efforts to protect the bank from financial crimes and meet its regulatory obligations. This role acts as the primary contact and liaison between FCRM and Model Risk Management (MRM) department; responsible for writing and maintaining model development documents, supporting model validation engagements, and coordinating other related MRM documents and activities. This role is also responsible for managing ongoing tuning and optimization of models (as applicable) and supervising model governance activities.

• Act as Model Owner for all FCRM models and non-model tools
• Lead the documentation, deployment, maintenance, and enhancement of models and optimization programs for the FCRM Department
• Document appropriately and ensure models are compliant with Bank of Hope’s Model Risk Management (“MRM”) Model Governance Policies regarding Change Management, Model Performance and Operational Controls
• Create and maintain Model Owner documentation as required and in accordance with Bank of Hope MRM’s guidelines
• Coordinate with MRM on model validation engagements, including planning model validation and provisioning of request items
• Work with model users to ensure adequate testing and documentation of performance monitoring
• Lead and assist in tuning (i.e., above-the-line and below-the-line) of FCRM systems as applicable, including BSA transaction monitoring systems, OFAC filtering systems, and other model and non-model related tools
• Lead and participation in ongoing governance of FCRM models and tools, including preparing analysis and presentation to the AMBRS Oversight Group
• Build and maintain positive relations within Risk, FCRM, Business Line teams, and model users
• Assist in developing and delivering specialized training for selected model users
• Provide quantitative data analytics support on special investigative projects, as required
• Conduct special projects for Data and Technology – Unit Manager or designee, as required

Job Qualifications/Requirements

Education/Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in in quantitative fields, such as economics, mathematics, statistics, and computer science/engineering or other relevant discipline.

Prior Experience

• Required: Minimum of 10 years in relevant work experience in the following areas:
• Model risk management in relevant capacity, including first line model owner, second line model risk management, and third line internal audit.
• Leading the development, implementation, and ongoing operations of BSA/AML/Sanctions tuning and optimization program.
• Experience with statistical modeling/data mining (decision tree, logistic regression, cluster analysis, etc.). A plus related to BSA/OFAC and fraud in the banking industry.

Technical Skills

• Preferred: Advanced or working knowledge in programming (MS SQL and Access, ASP.NET, C#, Visual Basic, HTML, JavaScript), database design, and business applications (MS Office suite, MS Project, MS Visio)
• Required: Exemplary personal discipline and ability to execute job duties on time, every time
• Required: Impeccable attention to detail and able to concisely present findings
• Required: Ability to keep meticulous records and document all processes as required
• Required: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide constructive feedback in a tactful manner
• Required: Able to identify risks and offer mitigating actions and recommendations
• Required: Ability and strong desire to executive goals and align activities to the overall strategic vision of the FCRM Program and Bank of Hope
• Required: Communicate effectively to both internal and external parties
• Required: Ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive team and individual deliverables simultaneously in a dynamic work environment
• Required: “Can-do” attitude and excellent sense of humor
• Preferred: Advanced or working knowledge in programming (MS SQL and Access, ASP.NET, C#, Visual Basic, HTML, JavaScript), database design, and business applications (MS Office suite, MS Project, MS Visio)
• Preferred: CAMS Certification or equivalent

The salary range for this full-time position is $160,000.00- $175,000.00 + bonus + benefits

Salary ranges are determined based on qualifications, level, and location.

Exact compensation may vary based on your skills and experience.

Bank of Hope is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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