BSA Compliance Specialist I
First Security BankFirst Security Bank offers career opportunities for diverse, professional, and energetic individuals who foster a culture that values critical thinking, problem solving and who execute operational excellence.
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SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Compliance Manager or BSA Officer, assist in maintaining the Bank’s compliance with all aspects of the BSA and the USA Patriot Act requirements. Develop a knowledge of certain applicable bank systems and transactions and in the detection and reporting of unusual and suspicious activity. This position requires employees to work on-site.
QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE | SKILLS
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.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Candidate must be, at minimum, 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 1-2 years post-secondary education preferred.
- 1-2 years of relevant experience required.
HOURS OF AVAILABILITY: Regularly Scheduled Hours/Week: 40 (+) Hours | Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm | *Extended working hours may be required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adhere to strict privacy regarding customer account information. Maintain customer confidence and protect bank operations by keeping information confidential.
- Provide customers with exceptional customer service and execute operational excellence by; greeting every customer with a smile, maintain eye contact, call them by name, stay connected in conversation and letting them know they are appreciated.
- Collect Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) Reports.
- Review Money Service Businesses (MSB) required license for files.
- Collect and review reports of new accounts.
- Log collection of Beneficial Ownership forms and identification documents.
- Input completed new business due diligence questionnaires in Anti Money Laundreing(AML) / BSA software and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
- Review information contained on submitted forms and reports for accuracy and work with bank retail and lending staff to correct errors and resolve issues.
- Review activity of commercial and high-risk customers for suspicious activity.
- Ability to effectively present and communicate information and respond to questions from co-workers and members of management.
- Possess a high degree of professionalism and proactive approach to all assignments, proven ability to work with integrity and ethically, and uphold organizational values.
- Operate computer, telephone, keyboard, scanner, and copier. Basic computer skills including knowledge in MS Office, Outlook, typing, 10-key and the internet. Strong knowledge of MS Word and Excel is preferred. Proficiency with internal bank software will be required. Will be required to become proficient in banks imaging solution (currently NetImage), and AML/BSA Software.
- Must be able to arrive at work on time, work on-site and work cooperatively with other co-workers.
- Complete all online compliance Teal Training courses in a timely manner.
- Work location and/or additional duties may be assigned or required by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
SOFT SKILLS
Foster a culture that values critical thinking and problem solving, engagement, inclusion, diversity and execute operational excellence. Establish positive and productive work relationships; able to generate trust, ability, and willingness to give and receive honest, balanced feedback. Willingness to adhere to a strict ethical code of conduct.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee must possess sufficient mobility to work in and move about in a standard office setting and sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Substantial time may be spent on the telephone and working on a computer, sitting and/or standing. The employee must have the ability to hear and articulate well enough to carry on a normal conversation, both in person and over the telephone. Visual abilities required by this job include the ability to read materials in either a printed format or on a computer screen. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds.
The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MENTAL DEMANDS
The duties of this position require the ability to maintain attention to detail and complete work projects accurately in a short amount of time, despite interruptions. The employee must be able to interact with customers in a calm and patient manner and to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all situations. The employee must be able to use basic mathematical skills related to currency, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing numbers. The position also requires the ability to read and interpret documents and draft written communications.
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