Compliance Officer

SCU Credit Union is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to ensure our operations align with all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

The Compliance Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the credit union’s compliance program. This role ensures adherence to federal and state regulations, minimizes risk, and promotes a culture of compliance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and interpret regulatory requirements affecting credit union operations (e.g., NCUA, DOB, CFPB, BSA/AML).
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and conduct internal and compliance audits.
• Perform compliance risk assessments and review results with senior management.
• Oversee and manage the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulators and auditors.
• Provide training to staff on compliance-related topics.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and industry best practices.

Requirements/Skills Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years of compliance experience in a financial institution (credit union preferred).
• Strong knowledge of: NCUA regulations, BSA/AML requirements, Consumer protection laws (Truth in Lending, RESPA, etc.)
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CRCM, CAMS).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience Verafin is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable policies.

The pay range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 per year and is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability.

SCU Credit Union is an equal employment opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Please apply directly on the SCU Credit Union careers page: https://www.scucu.com/connect/careers.html