BSA Compliance Officer

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and/or education, and location. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus.

SUMMARY

The individual will provide support to the BSA Compliance Manager on fulfilling the Banks

BSA/AML/OFAC

compliance program requirements. The incumbent will have proficient knowledge of all Federal regulations as they relate to BSA. The individual will identify, monitor, control and manage BSA compliance risk by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIESSupports the BSA Compliance Manager in implementing the Banks AML/CFT Compliance Program, which may include monitoring and implementation of established policies and procedures, training and preparation of periodic reports to management and Board of Directors on the status of key BSA activities. Maintains proficient knowledge of regulatory and related laws as they pertain to BSA compliance focus areas.

Serves as a program administrator and Banks in-house subject matter expert for OFAC Monitoring Software, including periodical review and testing of data integrity and system parameters. This includes software updates, upgrades, testing, model monitoring and training to BSA Staff.

Responds to OFAC escalations. Provides backup support to the AML Compliance Officer in the management of CTRs (including Exempt CTR Customers), SARs Alerts and SAR preparation as needed. Provides backup support to the EDD Compliance Officer in the management of High-Risk Customers (i.e. MSBs, NRAs, PEPs, TPPPs), and reviewing/approving EDD reviews completed by EDD Analysts as needed. Provides backup support to the AML Systems Officer in oversight of the AML Software, which may include periodical review and testing of data integrity and system parameters as needed. Makes recommendations concerning operating procedures, processes and methods for improved efficiency and risk reduction to meet the objectives of the Banks BSA Program.

Reports promptly to the BSA Compliance Manager, regarding any known or suspected violations to the Banks AML/CFT Compliance Program, policies or procedures.

Collects data and prepares documentation as requested for internal audit and regulatory examinations.

Complies with, and stays abreast of, all policies and procedures, federal and state laws applicable to the job. Performs other tasks assigned by the BSA Compliance Manager. Provides, promotes and presents the Citizens Experience Customer Service to all internal and external customers.

Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY

RESPONSIBILITIESThis position may have indirect supervisory responsibilities from time to time and may provide day-to-day instruction to the BSA staff at the direction of the BSA Compliance Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE

SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of associates, managers, customers, and vendors.

MATHEMATICAL

SKILLSAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING

ABILITYAbility to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

COMPUTER & SOFTWARE

SKILLSProficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSThe Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) credential is desirable. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIESThorough knowledge of operations functions, systems, procedures, various products and services, and Federal and State Regulations. Strong organizational, managerial, and project management skills are essential. Must have an ability to effectively manage numerous and conflicting priorities. Must have a desire for process improvement by identifying best practices, creating improved procedures, policies, and practices for the betterment of the Bank.

PHYSICAL

DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate is regularly required to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and telephone and reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is usually moderate.

Salary Range:

$73,770.00 To $103,278.00 Annually Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and/or education, and location. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus.