Compliance And Bsa Officer

We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!

Climate First Bank is a Florida Benefit Corporation, state chartered, FDIC insured commercial bank. With now three physical branches in St Petersburg, Winter Park and Mount Dora and one digital branch, we are offering a full suite of banking products including personal and business banking and loan products (solar, residential, commercial, SBA and more). We are passionate about the environment, social issues and overall leaving our communities and the world better than we found it.

We want YOU to help us on this mission and are looking for exceptionally hard-working, passionate and bright new team members.

We are a team of growth focused, goal-oriented and competitive individuals. We collectively work hard to achieve our mission and growth-related milestones and continue to set and exceed new goals almost daily. We love what we do, and we love working with people who are just as excited about our objectives as we are!

Come join our team as our Compliance Officer and take your career to a level unattainable in a traditional bank environment! As the Compliance Officer, you will spearhead our Compliance Department, reporting directly to the Board of Directors. You will ensure adherence to all federal, state, and other applicable regulations related to the Bank Secrecy Act, OFAC and related anti-money laundering regulatory requirements as well as overall compliance related to the ongoing operation and administration of the Bank.

The Compliance Officer position is a remote position that requires occasional travel to Orlando or St Petersburg for team meetings. Candidates must be local to Florida to be considered. Please send a resume to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive training program that addresses Bank policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Work closely with senior management and department heads to assist with the introduction of new products and services to ascertain that adequate policies and procedures exist or are created.
• Work closely with the third-party internal audit firm, who will conduct reviews of the various areas of the Bank for BSA and compliance adequately addresses compliance issues where appropriate.
• Present regular reports to the Board of Directors concerning the Bank's current record of BSA and compliance.
• Coordinate with federal and state regulatory examiners during BSA and compliance examinations, and function as the primary examination contact.
• Act as Security Officer, Privacy Officer, CRA Officer, and NMLS Coordinator.
• Maintain and revise, as necessary, the Bank's compliance program.
• Adopt and practice a commitment to social, economic, environmental, and racial justice; Demonstrate interest in contributing to and working by Climate First Bank’s Core Values; Possess the initiative to obtain education related to sustainability practices. Avoid using single-use plastics; recycle diligently; conserve water and energy in office spaces; use local suppliers when possible.
• Maintain and periodically update the Bank's compliance program, including policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Perform annual risk assessments of the entire BSA/AML/OFAC area and direct changes and enhancements to the overall program to address and mitigate risks.
• Provide guidance to all employees regarding the interpretation and implementation of BSA and related issues and ensure access to available BSA and compliance resources to all applicable staff.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must have a Bachelor's Degree; Master's preferred.
• Communication and writing skills are critical.
• Must have BSA and Compliance Accreditation or more than 5-years in a compliance position.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications or be able to adapt to new technologies quickly.

Benefits:

• Employee Stock Options
• Employee only rates for certain loan products
• Competitive compensation
• Being part of an exciting venture with amazing opportunities for growth and opportunities!
• 401k match
• Compelling incentive plans
• Employer paid medical, vision and dental insurance
• Employer paid disability and life insurance
• Working with an amazing team of dedicated and likeminded individuals!

Physical Demands:

• Occasional lifting of basic office files or equipment up to 20 lbs.
• Frequent use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor.
• Sustained standing and sitting.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

E-Verify Statement:

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.