At our Bank, we believe common sense is more than just banking. We believe in finding financial solutions that cater specifically to our client’s needs. We are looking for talented associates who understand the complexities of life and will offer simple solutions that best fit the needs of our clients. If this is what you believe in, then you’re definitely right for us. And, we might be the right bank for you. As an BSA/AML Specialist II, you will be responsible for maintaining current knowledge and consistent compliance with regulations and bank policies and procedures related to the position, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements, industry best practices, criminal typologies and developing trends. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks including assigned Anti- Money Laundering (AML) and terrorist financing investigations: provide analysis and documentation as needed for bank’s due diligence and suspicious activity review programs, performing assigned investigations assist in identifying systemic procedural weaknesses and additional training requirements for the bank build a great rapport with clients and fellow associates, and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.Possessing a thorough knowledge of bank’s BSA program, procedures and processes, assisting the BSA Management team in monitoring BSA compliance in all Banking Divisions, maintaining a thorough knowledge of other areas of banking (consumer banking, wire transfers, lending) to adequately assess client activity, and ensuring efficient identification and monitoring of suspicious activities and transactions. You will independently perform assigned investigations including 90 day reviews, and provide analysis and documentation as needed, review monitoring activities in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; prepare written Reputational Risk alerts, or investigative reports and submit to AML Manager or appropriate designee; ensure adequate documentation and follow up activities are present to substantiate conclusions. BSA/AMLAML Specialist IIs are expected to assist AML management in suspicious activity monitoring and reporting functions, 314a process, and 314b process, including setting priorities and criteria, approving SAR filings as needed and, as necessary closing accounts. Additionally, BSA/AML Analysts perform and document assigned internal BSA reviews, and ensuring that review procedures adequately assess the bank’s performance with BSA: responsible for periodically monitoring compliance with Section 326 of the USA Patriot Act (CIP). Responsible for a variety of tasks including All associates are expected to maintain current knowledge and consistent compliance with regulations and bank policies and procedures related to the position, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements.Minimum Requirements: To be considered for this position, you must possess the following qualifications.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.3 years of work related experience and/or training. Desired Qualifications: To be considered an ideal candidate, you should possess some of the following qualifications:5 years’ work or related certification such as CAMS, CFE or CRCM. A solid understanding of AML/related regulations and regulatory BSA programs. Skills and Abilities: Below is a general list of desired skills and abilities; this is not an exhaustive list.Previous experience with data manipulation, pivot tables Excellent written communication skills. Report Writing experience required. Proficient in MS Office applications which include Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with mastery of Excel.Must be self-directed and able to prioritize multiple duties.Self-directed and motivated to accomplish tasks, meet objectives and committed timelines.Strong client service skills with the ability to interact in a professional manner with both internal and external clients.Ability to interact with others in a professional and tactful manner including treating them with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.Must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Work Environment:Office setting with traditional hours.Standing for extended periods of time (typically no longer than 8 hours).Must be able to work at a rapid pace for long periods of time (typically no longer than 8 hours).Must be able to push, pull, pull up, bend at the knees and waist, twist body at the waist, raise and hold arms overhead, turn head-neck-shoulders as needed, grasp and hold tools and other items with hands, for either extended periods of time or many times throughout the workday.Must be able to work overtime to the extent necessary.Must be able to travel infrequently – estimated at less than 10% of the time. The Bank is committed to providing qualified applicants and associates reasonable accommodation, when necessary, to enable the individuals to complete the application process and/or perform the essential functions of the job. An applicant and/or associate requiring reasonable accommodation to perform any essential job function, should contact Human Resources.