Min:

USD $(phone number removed)/Yr.

Max:

USD $(phone number removed)/Yr.

Job Summary:

The Deputy BSA Officer supports the BSA Officer in developing, implementing, administering, and maintaining all aspects of the BSA/AML Anti-Fraud and OFAC compliance program in order to ensure a high level of compliance with the relevant U.S. laws and regulations. The position is responsible for the management of the day-to-day functions of the BSA program as they relate to suspicious activity monitoring, high risk, and fraud ensuring that established policies and procedures are followed and comply with regulatory guidance.

Along with the key functions listed below, this position will be expected to uphold the value that WaFd Bank places on simply being kind when working alongside colleagues and servicing our clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Maintain control over the day-to-day operational functions of the Department, including monitoring and reporting of suspicious activity, identification, and monitoring of higher risk customers, and fraud related activities

Perform quality control reviews of functional reporting areas to ensure complete, accurate and timely processing;

Responsible for the oversight of the BSA/AML automated surveillance model;

Perform periodic statistical and risk-based analysis of parameters relating to alert generation and risk scoring;

Serve as the Bank's contact for federal and local law enforcement agencies related to law enforcement requests for information;

Assist in the coordination of BSA/AML and OFAC internal compliance audits and examinations;

Assist in the development of data collection for Board reporting;

Maintain a current awareness of the regulatory environment and emerging regulatory and financial crime risks that may impact the bank's products/services, and BSA/AML and OFAC controls;

Responsible for coordinating continual training and development of staff, including regulations, policies and procedures, customer service, risk management, and fraud-related activities;

Oversee employee performance by monitoring performance evaluations and providing recommendations with regard to hiring, discipline, promotion or termination of staff;

Adherence to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations;

Provide assistance to the BSA Officer with regard special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree

Certified as an Anti-Money Laundering Specialist ("CAMS") preferred or must be eligible to sit for the exam and obtain certification within one (1) year and experience of employment needed

Minimum of five (5) years of prior financial institution BSA compliance experience in developing and implementing BSA/AML//OFAC/Anti-Fraud policies, procedures, and programs

In-depth knowledge of BSA/AML and OFAC laws and regulations and leading industry practices

In-depth knowledge of common money laundering methods and trends

General knowledge and understanding of bank deposit operations, lending activities, and consumer banking and compliance functions

Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Strong decision making, organizational, analytical and investigative abilities with attention to detail and accuracy

Strong management and administration skills related to BSA/AML employees, including providing performance and salary reviews, disciplinary action and employee recognition

Experience with mid-size banking organizations or the Mid-Size Bank Coalition beneficial, but not required.

Benefits:

At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!

Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays

Health insurance

Stock options

Bonus programs

Generous 7% 401(k) employer matching*

Paid Parental Leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans

EEO Statement:

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. WaFd Bank does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. WaFd Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at (phone number removed)