BSA Specialist

BANK OF MARIN; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 89,370 - 125,117; Full time

Job summary

Bank of Marin is seeking a BSA Specialist to join our Compliance Team in Novato or Sacramento. The role focuses on investigating suspicious activity, filing SARs, performing CTR reviews, and supporting BSA/AML/OFAC compliance across all lines of business.

The BSA Specialist will coordinate with federal agencies, monitor regulatory changes, and respond to inquiries from law enforcement. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of related experience, CAMS certification preferred, and an Associate degree.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience and/or training.
• CAMS certification preferred.
• Associate's degree (A.A.) from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and monitoring compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act and BSA policy; liaise with federal agencies for BSA matters; maintain required records.
• Stay current with BSA regulatory compliance and help establish controls to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Adhere to applicable laws and guidance including BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC sanctions.
• Review and investigate escalated alerts, SARs, and other cases for potential suspicious activity.
• Apply knowledge of BSA/AML regulations to analyze customer activity and report suspicious activity.
• Complete SARs as required under the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Respond to law enforcement inquiries regarding SARs.
• Research individuals/entities/events via public records and other tools.
• Provide BSA/AML training and governance input across lines of business.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate degree (A.A.)

CAMS certification

Job description

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BSA Specialist

Full Time Staff Non-Sales Novato, CA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1890

Bank of Marin, voted by our employees as one of the "Best Places to Work" in the North Bay Business Journal, is looking for a BSA Specialist to join our Compliance Team in our Novato or Sacramento Office.

The BSA Specialist is responsible for investigating suspicious activity, filing Suspicious Activity Reports, performing Currency Transaction Report (CTR) quality assurance reviews and filing CTR reports with FinCEN, conducting and/or auditing Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews, and responding to BSA/AML inquiries from FinCEN and law enforcement. Supports the BSA Officer in the planning, organizing, and conducting all aspects of monitoring activities related to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and OFAC compliance. In the absence of the BSA Officer, provides line of business advisory and governance oversight, including SAR filing, BSA/AML training, communications and strategic input across all lines of business. Serves as the backup BSA Officer, responsible for administering and monitoring the Bank’s BSA/AML/OFAC program in the absences of the BSA Officer.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in the coordinating and monitoring compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act and Bank’s BSA policy. Function as the Bank’s liaison with all federal agencies for matters pertaining to the BSA and maintain all bank records required by the BSA policy.
• Remain current with BSA regulatory compliance and assists in establishing controls to mitigate risks emerging from new regulation, legislation and issues identified in the industry.
• Adhere to and comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance, including those relating to Anti-Money Laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, etc.) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control Economic Sanctions Enforcement guidelines.
• Review and investigate escalated alerts, Questionable Activity Reports, and other cases for potential suspicious activity.
• Apply knowledge of BSA/AML regulations to the analysis/review of customers and activity in order to identify and report suspicious activity.
• Complete Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) as required by the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Respond to law enforcement inquiries and requests regarding SARs filed.
• Investigate and respond to USA PATRIOT Act section 314(a) and 314(b) Information Sharing Requests.
• Make recommendations for closing accounts and perform associated follow-up to ensure closure of the accounts.
• Conduct research and analysist on individuals, entities, or events through public records, media, and/or other research tools.
• Respond to inquiries from branch and business line personnel on BSA/AML matters.
• Perform quality assurance on CDD & EDD reviews.
• Assists with the BSA/AML/OFAC risk assessments and policy for new and enhanced product and service development, assessing inherent risk and exposure, as well as applicable control environment.
• Perform duties and responsibilities specific to department functions and activities.
• Contributes to a positive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Professional /Educational Experience:

• 5+ years related experience and/or training. CAMS certification preferred
• Associate's degree (A.A.) from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education,
  experience and/or training.

The hiring pay range for this position is $89,370 to 125,117. In addition to the pay range listed, all bank positions are eligible for incentive compensation, which varies based on role. The pay rate for a successful applicant depends on a variety of factors including but not limited to geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level.

The Bank of Marin is a growing public company with career advancement opportunities. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, a retirement savings plan with employer matching opportunity, bank paid employee stock ownership plan, tuition reimbursement, employee volunteer program and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Bank of Marin is an equal opportunity employer. EOE AA / Vet/Disability