Compliance Officer

Midwest-Bank; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Midwest Bank in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Compliance Officer to safeguard regulatory integrity across the organization. You will lead audits, liaise with regulators and management, and educate staff on updates to policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or higher in Finance or Banking and at least five years of bank compliance experience, with strong knowledge of regulations, excellent communication, and a detail-oriented, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (or higher) in Finance, Banking, or related field.
• 5 years or more of bank compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to interpret laws and communicate requirements effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal, written, and public speaking skills.
• High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and banking software systems.
• Strong problem-solving, reasoning, and multitasking abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, courteous, and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive compliance audits across all departments.
• Acting as the main contact during external exams.
• Preparing detailed reports with findings and recommendations for the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with departments to implement and maintain compliance standards.
• Train and educate staff on updates or changes to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Report compliance violations to the CEO; Maintain accurate and up-to-date policies aligned with federal and state regulations.
• Resolve compliance-related issues promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure adherence to all bank security procedures.
• Assist with regulatory and compliance training initiatives.

Skills

Bank compliance experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate’s degree in Finance or Banking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Banking software

Job description

Join Our Team as a Compliance Officer

Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about maintaining integrity in the banking industry? Join our team as a Compliance Officer and play a critical role in ensuring our organization meets all regulatory and policy standards while supporting a culture of accountability and excellence. This role serves as a key liaison between departments, leadership, and regulatory entities, while also educating employees on compliance updates and best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Conduct comprehensive compliance audits across all departments
• Acting as the main contact during external exams
• Preparing detailed reports with findings and recommendations for the Board of Directors
• Collaborate with departments to implement and maintain compliance standards
• Train and educate staff on updates or changes to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Report compliance violations to the CEOMaintain accurate and up-to-date policies aligned with federal and state regulations
• Resolve compliance-related issues promptly and efficiently
• Ensure adherence to all bank security procedures
• Assist with regulatory and compliance training initiatives

What You Bring:

• Associate’s degree (or higher) in Finance, Banking, or related field
• 5 years or more of bank compliance experience
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations and compliance standards
• Ability to interpret laws and communicate requirements effectively
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal, written, and public speaking skills
• High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and banking software systems
• Strong problem‑solving, reasoning, and multitasking abilities
• Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Professional, courteous, and team‑focused approach

Additional Perks:

• Opportunities to participate in community events
• Training and collaboration with supportive internal teams

• A role where you can truly make an impact

Why work for us?

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) & Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Be part of a team that values integrity, professionalism, and community involvement. Your work will directly impact the strength, compliance, and reputation of our bank.

Midwest Bank is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.