AML Analyst III

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 have solid knowledge of BSA related regulations to provide support to the BSA Compliance Officer and BSA Compliance Manager on all BSA related compliance issues to ensure regulatory requirements are met using various monitoring systems and reports. Identify unusual customer transaction patterns indicative of suspicious activity; implement and support the BSA automation system, which will aid in the Bank's compliance with all Anti-Money Laundering laws, USA Patriot Act and OFAC. Investigate suspicious activity and be responsible for the preparation and filing of Suspicious Activity Reports within regulatory timelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSBILITIES

• Complies with and stays abreast of all policies and procedures, federal and state laws applicable to the job through self-study and formalized training.

• Maintain proficient knowledge of BSA and all related laws and regulations.

• Support the Bank's BSA/Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Program.

• Review monthly Anti-Money Laundering System batch reports for possible suspicious activity.

• Assist with monthly batch process and review of alert dispositions completed to ensure meeting quality analysis required

• Complete, file and assist in the review and approval of applicable BSA reports with FinCEN within timelines, including Suspicious Activity Reports and 314(a) search requests from FinCEN.

• Request information from Centers/Departments to complete CTRs, SAR Alerts, and SAR submissions.

• Complete monthly, quarterly and annual monitoring/certification reports as assigned.

• Assist with monthly BSA related Board Reports as applicable.

• Perform certifications to ensure compliance with BSA regulatory requirements.

• Assist Center and Internal Departments with BSA regulatory questions and problem solving.

• Provide assistance to develop new material and update existing documentation as it applies to BSA/USA Patriot Act/OFAC.

• Stay current on BSA /USA Patriot Act/OFAC issues and complete training as assigned by training officer, BSA Compliance Officer, or BSA Compliance Manager.

• Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned by BSA Compliance Officer or BSA Compliance Manager.

• Provides, promotes and presents the Citizens Experience Customer Service to all internal and external customers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may have indirect supervisory responsibility from time to time and may provide day-to-day instruction to the BSA staff at the direction of the BSA Compliance Officer.

QUALIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. 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 EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or more than 3 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability 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 managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of the Anti-Money Laundering Software utilized by the Bank and above average Excel and Word Processing software skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee 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 employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 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 noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

LOCATION

This position is located at the operations center.

Salary Range:$30.18 To 42.26 Hourly

40 hours per week.