We are seeking a meticulous and organized Sr. Compliance Specialist to join our Compliance team at our St. Louis Park location. Reporting to the Compliance Manager, the Senior Compliance Specialist provides support in the development and administration of the Bank’s compliance program and second line of defense. Under minimal supervision, this position will develop, implement, and monitor various aspects of the Bank’s compliance program and communicate with all staff levels from reviewees to the Strategic Leadership Team and the Board of Directors. Viable candidates would have one or more of the following experiences: financial institution regulatory compliance testing or monitoring, regulatory examiner, and/or bank internal audit.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Conduct scheduled monitoring/review activities; loans, deposits, and miscellaneous compliance requirements (no Bank Secrecy Act)
• Communicate verbally and in writing with reviewees up to the Board of Directors; draft reports and obtain responses to findings
• Manage compliance finding resolution
• Subject Matter Expert, as assigned, for loan and deposit regulatory compliance, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA), Fair Lending, and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)
• Contribute to satisfactory internal and external audits and examinations
• Attend and actively participate in Compliance Committee
• Respond to compliance questions received from staff
• Represent Compliance Department on applicable regulatory implementation teams; and product, service, and process changes
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and updating the Bank’s compliance related policies and procedures
• Assist in developing and maintaining review and monitoring programs
• Assist in developing and conducting training of staff on regulatory topics
• Back up Compliance Manager and mentor Compliance Specialist(s)
• Maintain current knowledge of all applicable compliance statutes, regulations, and interpretations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 to 7 years of bank compliance audit/review/monitoring or internal audit experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Community Bank Compliance Officer (CCBCO) preferred
• Experience preferred: Fiserv, fintech compliance, and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software
• Working knowledge of regulatory banking regulations and bank operations, practices, and processes
• Experience in researching, evaluating, interpreting, and communicating laws and regulations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking ability, accuracy, and meeting deadlines, collaborate in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook

ABOUT BRIDGEWATER BANK:

Picture yourself at one of the Twin Cities’ best places to work, surrounded by people who challenge you, support you, and inspire you to be your best. Welcome to Bridgewater Bank.

We are on a mission to be the finest entrepreneurial bank in the Twin Cities. Like true entrepreneurs, we run fast and lean. We are in constant evolution and the runway for personal and professional growth is long. People are our strength, and that’s why we’ve created and sustained an award-winning culture that promotes growth and celebrates the big and little wins along the way.

At the end of the day, we believe competitive salaries, top-tier benefits, a hybrid work model, and transparency into the business is a given. Working together toward something meaningful with people you enjoy, is just a bonus!

PLEASE NOTE:

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. It is Bridgewater Bank’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and termination, are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

STATUS: Exempt