Title 31 Specialist

Description

SUMMARY:

The Title 31 Specialist will gather, review, and prepare the daily Title 31 compliance reporting documents in accordance with the regulatory requirements for currency transaction reporting and reporting suspicious activities.  Once proficient, the Title 31 Specialist will be expected to suggest methods to enhance the process, making it more accurate and efficient.

The Title 31 Specialist will assist the other departments effectively and efficiently comply with their daily reporting requirements and adherence to company policies.  This includes but is not limited to exception reporting, on the job training, policy and procedure coordination and annual training.

The Title 31 Specialist will be part of the team that leads the CCRH Title 31 program compliance.  The Title 31 Specialist will assist the Operations Controller in all aspects of maintaining the Title 31 Compliance program and other Operations Controller functions.

In addition, the Title 31 Specialist is responsible for promoting excellent guest relations through attention and coordination with the Coeur Spirit Program and all CCRH policies. This position will demonstrate a high level of integrity and ethical standards, and professional dedication to our Coeur Mission, Vision, Strategy, Standards and Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must act with discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and materials.
• Have or become knowledgeable for all related regulatory requirements including but not limited to Title 31, Bank Secrecy Act, Office of Foreign Asset Controls (OFAC) and all related Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.
• Assist the Operations and Compliance Controller in overseeing, processing, and ensuring accuracy of Title 31 related forms completed by casino staff.
• Oversee and ensure timely and accurate submission of Title 31 required document filings, including maintaining the process to notify departments of logging and reporting exceptions
• Collect, verify, prepare and process all Title 31 logs and reports and supporting documents for compliance with BSA, Fin Cen, IRS, Federal/State and Tribal Gaming Regulations.
• Maintain all regulatory paperwork, online files, and postings.
• Monitor and review all Title 31 operational areas and assist in the drafting of sound, effective and operationally efficient internal control procedures that comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist the Operations and Compliance Controller when investigating reported suspicious activity as related to Title 31.
• Inform the Operations and Compliance Controller of potential non-compliance issues promptly and appropriately.
• Ensure all team members are in compliance for all Title 31 programs, monitor and assist with team member Title 31 training and assist departments in meeting training requirements for successful and timely completion.
• Assist the Operations and Compliance Controller with drafting written responses to internal and external Title 31 audits.
• Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with the NIGC, Tribal gaming, IRS, and independent auditors. 
• Provide any other Title 31 support to casino departments and functions as needed.
• Ensure full compliance with departmental Internal Controls, policies, procedures and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience:

Required:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must have above average office skills and the ability to use standard office equipment.
• Must have above average computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point and Access.
• Willingness to learn, investigate and adjust to existing conditions and reprioritize work as needed.
• Must be detail oriented as this position has multiple documentation and tracking requirements
• Must be willing to learn and navigate all the CCRH systems that carry Title 31 transactions efficiently
• Must be able to obtain a Coeur d’Alene tribal gaming license.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline from an accredited college or four-year university, preferred.
• One (1) year experience with Title 31 (Bank Secrecy Act), Anti-Money Laundering regulations, in a casino environment preferred.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical ability.
• Excellent time management and related organizational skills including an appropriate sense of urgency, awareness of reporting timelines, and a proactive response to issues/obstacles that arise when investigating non-compliance.
• Strong understanding and comprehension of all relevant Title 31/Anti-Money Laundering, law and regulations, gaming audits and casino operations.

The Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel practices Indian Preference in hiring in the following order: 1. Coeur d’Alene Tribal Members, 2. Spouses and/or children of CDA Members, 3. Other enrolled members of Federally Recognized Tribes and 4. All other applicants