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Compliance Officer - Tampa

GTE Financial

Location: Tampa, FL, 33602
Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Non-Remote
Posted on: July 30, 2021
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Job Description
Reference #: R351
Come join our GTE Financial team!
We are looking for an individual who is a problem solver that is customer focused with technical expertise to join our team asa Compliance Officer . The Compliance Officer will support the credit union by providing advisory services and promoting governance and oversight principles to maintain compliance with various U.S. banking laws, regulations, and rules and in implementing GTE Financial compliance policies, standards, and programs. The position ensures the credit union's management and employees are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies and that compliance policies and procedures are being followed. The Compliance Officer is responsible for analyzing new and pending laws and regulations, which directly affect the credit union and develops or revises appropriate policies, procedures, contracts and agreements to ensure compliance.
What does GTE look for in a Compliance Officer?
Operational:
• Develops, initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the general operation of the organization's compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Manages day-to-day operation of the Program.
• Investigates and resolves compliance problems, questions, or complaints received from other departments in the credit union, customers and government regulatory agencies.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance policies, standards, and programs.
• Acts as the compliance lead on all new and enhanced product and services, projects/programs/launches, as well as on existing products and services teams.
• In concert with General Counsel, responds to alleged violation of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of conducts by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. Develops and oversees a system for uniform handling of such violations.
• Coordinates compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.
• Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Ability to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Responsible for administering 3rd party vendor management.
Training:
• Works with Talent Development and others, as appropriate, to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees, as well as ongoing training for the Board of Directors and all employees.
• May develop and implement programs and training designed to increase employee awareness and knowledge of compliance policies.
• Coordinates and ensures that all employees complete initial and annual compliance training and maintains records of completion.
• Monitors the performance of the compliance program and reports activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.
Experience:
• Strong compliance experience required with operational, banking industry, quality assurance and regulations.
• Strong mortgage servicing experience and familiar with compliance regulation relating to mortgage servicing.
• Banking experiencea must to lead compliance on all new and enhanced products and services, projects/programs/launches, as well as on existing products and services teams.
• Ability to understand and interpret compliance laws and regulations and their relevance to credit union operation.
• Risk management experience a plus.
• Ability to perform research independently and work under minimal supervisor.
• Investigates and resolves compliance problems, questions, or complaints received from other departments in the credit union, customers and government regulatory agencies.
• Must be proficient with MS Office.
• Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CRCM or other relevant certification) or advanced degree is a plus.
• Designation by CUNA as a Credit Union Compliance Expert (CUCE) and/or a NAFCU Certified Compliance Officer (NCCO) preferred Juris Doctor (JD) helpful.
• Must demonstrate a functional knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act, in addition to other Federal laws, including but not limited to U.S. Patriot Act, Office of Foreign Assets & Control, Anti-Money Laundering, Right to Financial Privacy Act, and the Bank Bribery Act.
Required Qualifications:
• Undergraduate Degree required.
• Juris Doctorate Degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years' experience with at least 5 years progressive management experience.
• Minimum 1-2 years' supervisory experience, or combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with bank regulatory experience and demonstrated experience in interpreting laws and regulations.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a Compliance oversight and/or governance role.
Position Details:
• Location: Downtown Tampa - GTE Headquarters
• Department Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) Flexible hours available
Come and join our award-winning team!!
GTE Financial is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
The safety of our employees and members is our utmost priority.GTE Financial has implemented a policy requiring Covid-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. GTE is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact .
Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. GTE Financial is committed to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion, and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: Not Available DOE (Depends on Experience) Not Available Other Benefits: Not Available Full or Part Time: Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Duration: Over 150 Days Type of Job: Regular
Shift: Not Applicable
Hours per Week:
Hours Not Specified
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