Deputy BSA Officer

United Bank; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

United Bank is seeking a senior professional with extensive banking and BSA/AML experience to lead compliance operations and oversee risk management within the supervisory framework. The role emphasizes data analysis, regulatory interpretation, and cross‑functional coordination with staff across the organization.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, the ability to identify gaps in controls, and a track record of teamwork and leadership in a banking environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of banking experience required.
• Minimum ten years’ experience with BSA/AML required.
• Minimum five years of operating within a supervisory capacity.
• Expertise in database utilization.
• CAMS designation preferred.
• CFE or other Financial Crimes / Risk Related Professional Certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify gaps and risk exposure in control processes.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Sitting for extended periods.
• Ability to efficiently operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and other computer components.
• Ability to converse and exchange information with all levels of staff within organization.
• Ability to observe, perceive, identify, and translate data.
• Ability to travel, attend, and participate in meetings, seminars, and conferences held before and after normal business hours that may require unaccompanied long-distance travel and overnight lodging.

Skills

Banking experience

BSA/AML experience

Supervisory leadership

Database utilization

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Qualifications

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum ten years of banking experience required.
• Minimum ten years’ experience with BSA/AML experience required.
• Minimum five years of operating within a supervisory capacity.
• Expertise in database utilization.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, CAMS designation preferred.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or other Financial Crimes / Risk Related Professional Certification.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Working knowledge of federal and state anti-money laundering compliance statutes and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret statutes and regulations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Supervisory Skills and Abilities:

• Develops and encourages cooperation and teamwork among employees.
• Possesses skills in directing, coaching, motivating, delegating, evaluating, and counseling assigned employees.
• Knowledge and experience in promoting teamwork and eliminating barriers to effectively working within the Department and across the Credit Union organizational structure.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to identify gaps and risk exposure in control processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Essential Functions:

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to efficiently operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and other computer components.
• Ability to converse and exchange information with all levels of staff within organization.
• Ability to observe, perceive, identify, and translate data
• Ability to travel, attend, and participate in meetings, seminars, and conferences held before and after normal business hours that may require unaccompanied long-distance travel and overnight lodging.

Company Profile

Additional information regarding United's Mission, Values and Culture can be found here.

At United, our strength is our people, and we are committed to nurturing a culture that is reflective of the communities we serve; promotes respect and a shared purpose; and aligns with our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.