The BSA Operations Support Specialist will serve as the main BSA contact for Wheatland Bank and will coordinate and direct the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of the Bank division’s day-to-day compliance with BSA/AML/CFT/OFAC requirements. Is required to have an understanding and working knowledge of banking operations including teller functions, new accounts, wire transfers, electronic banking, and lending, including letters of credit. Has the authority to work closely with other senior management team members to communicate and implement necessary actions across product and department lines.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLITES AND DUTIES:

• Reviews Clients for CIP, ADD, CDD, and EDD. Distributing exception reports to applicable division staff for corrective action. Following-up to assure corrections are made.
• Work with Corporate BSA department to investigate transactions that are suspicious in nature.
• Providing for initial review of CTR reports.
• Providing verification of Monetary Instrument Log.
• Assisting with reviews of High Risk Customers, and any other client designated as requiring additional monitoring.
• Acting as a conduit between CBSAT and the division customer in regard to:
  • Initial CTR exemptions and annual reviews.
  • MSB reviews and revocations.
  • Independent ATM Owner/Operator reviews.
  • Any other client requiring division assistance or interaction.
  • Assuring OFAC reviews are completed for new accounts and division transactions.
  • Assisting the Corporate BSA Department in ensuring division employees receive BSA training within 30 days of start date, additionally new front-line employees are required to complete BSA training before working on their own. Providing targeted training as requested or required by the Corporate BSA Team. Keeping the consolidated training tracker up to date with non-learning management system training completed in the division. Participating in ongoing BSA training
• Will ensure that;
  • The direction of the Corporate BSA Officer is followed.
  • Policy and procedure revisions are reviewed, understood, and clearly communicated to division employees.
  • Risk assessment is reviewed, and suggested changes communicated to the CBSAO during the time of the review.
    Recordkeeping requirements are followed on all BSA/AML/CFT/OFAC related areas Support is given to internal auditors during the audit process.
  • Exam requests are handled timely.

• Prepares monthly reports and BSA Status reports, sends to CFO to present at Wheatland Bank board meetings
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Must comply with company policy and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Asset Control. Additional duties as requested or assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to Wheatland Bank Core Values
• Keep management informed of area activities and any significant problems
• Provide exceptional customer service to all customers, both internal and external.
• Represent Wheatland Bank in a Professional fashion to include; professional image, confidentiality, regular and consistent attendance, punctual.

POSITION CONTACT:

• Frequent contact with customers, management and co-workers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Two years of similar or related banking experience, including time spent in preparatory position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school desired.
• BSA Certification
• Previous knowledge of banking products and services

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must be able to routinely perform work indoors in climate-controlled shared work environment with moderate noise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to: sit; use hands in repetitive motions to finger, grasp, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to: stand; walk; and lift or reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to operate routine office equipment including computer terminals and keyboards, telephones, copiers, facsimiles, and calculators. Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary. Must be able to work extended hours or travel off site whenever required or requested by management. Must be capable of regular, reliable and timely attendance. Must be capable of climbing / descending stairs in an emergency situation.

Specific lifting abilities required by this job include: Light work. The employee is constantly required to stand and walk. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation/inspection of machines and/or using measurement devices at distances close to the eyes.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The startng pay for this position is $22.89 per hour. Pay is dependent upon relevant experience.

We offer an extensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a health savings account option, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a health rewards program, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, discounts on banking products and services, and paid sick, holiday, and vacation time and the ability to participate in incentive plans.Visit our website for more details!

COMPANY OVERVIEW: We are a family of banks whose unique local presence reflects the communities we serve. We welcome the opportunity to grow and change as our customers and communities do the same. Read our story, learn about our banks, and experience life at Glacier Bancorp, Inc. all from our website. Check it out! 

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. is a regional bank holding company headquartered in Kalispell, Montana with assets greater than $11 billion, operating in 15 bank divisions across 7 states (Montana, Idaho, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Colorado and Arizona). We pursue a community banking philosophy, emphasizing personalized service combined with the full resources of a large banking organization. Over the years, Glacier Bancorp has received numerous awards for stability and soundness, and has repeatedly ranked among the top 10% in the nation for financial strength.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants or employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

No Recruiters or unsolicited agency referrals please.