Compliance Specialist

GoWest Credit Union Association; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 61,978,000 - 103,298,000; Full time

Job summary

NW Priority Credit Union is seeking a BSA/Compliance Specialist to manage and review alerts, perform due diligence, and assist with reporting and trainings. The ideal candidate will have experience in a credit union compliance environment and familiarity with Verafin and XP2.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work with regulatory records and annual training programs. Some travel to branches may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of compliance experience in a credit union or bank preferred.
• Experience opening special accounts (trust, rep payee, deceased, business and personal).
• Proficient with Verafin and XP2; strong MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Verafin alerts, including CTRs and SARs, BSA/AML reviews, and due diligence.
• Review OFIN email alerts and verify member information in XP2.
• Conduct OFAC and Watch List reviews for ACH and wire transactions.
• Monitor deceased accounts and handle related notices and letters.
• Assist with policy updates, vendor due diligence, and BSA/compliance reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Verafin

XP2

Microsoft Office

Job description

Credit Union

NW Priority Credit Union

Region

Portland, OR

Closing

8/31/2026

Job Description

• Manage Verafin alerts, including Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs), Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), BSA/AML reviews, Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Watch List and OFAC checks, elder abuse cases, employee fraud investigations, and Unusual Activity Reports (UARs).
• Review OFIN email alerts and verify member information in XP2 using Social Security Numbers (SSNs).
• Conduct OFAC and Watch List reviews for ACH and wire transactions.
• Monitoring deceased accounts, which include handling DNE ACH notices, preparing member letters, tracking spreadsheets, and performing monthly follow-ups.
• Subject matter expert of special account types, such as Powers of Attorney (POA), Trusts, and Estate accounts.
• Conduct monthly monitoring of high-risk customers and update the list by removing members as necessary.
• Responsible for dormant accounts, including sending quarterly letters, applying account flags, and reporting fees.
• Maintain notary records, update tracking spreadsheets, and notify employees months in advance of expiration.
• Supports vendor due diligence and documentation tracking, including assisting with the collection, organization, and maintenance of vendor compliance records.
• Coordinate annual robbery training for all staff.
• Respond to incoming calls and assist staff with BSA-related questions.
• Assist with reporting, training, and maintaining BSA and OFAC programs.
• Review and submit electronic filings for CTRs and SARs.
• Help maintain and update policy manuals.
• Assist with processing subpoenas, which includes research, document preparation, and ensuring deadlines are met under the guidance of the BSA/Compliance Officer.
• Prepare assigned BSA/compliance monthly reports.
• Assist with record retention maintenance for the credit union.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as needed.

Job Experience

Mimimum one year experience in Compliance within a credit union or bank preferred. Required experience opening of special accounts, such as trust, rep payee, deceased, business and personal accounts.

Software Skills

Experience with Verafin, XP2 preferred. Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Physical Demands

Required to sit for extended periods with occasional working to provide member services. Finger manipulations required for data entry into computer, typing correspondence and operating 10 key calculator.

Work Conditions

Regular workday with occasional overtime. A normal range of hearing is necessary to communicate by telephone and in person with staff and members. Exposed to potentially hazardous conditions (robbery). Noise level moderate to high in immediate area. Ability to travel to branch locations as needed.

Other Skills

Strong organizational and analytical skills required to resolve member/staff questions or problems. Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills to represent the Credit Union professionally and positively to members and to interact daily with staff and management. Ability to exercise judgment and maintain confidentiality in dealing with membership and staff. Ability to complete or resume tasks despite interruptions. Ability to work independently and use good judgment.

Salary Description

$21.63-$36.05