Summary

Responsible for administering and coordinating the Bank’s Compliance Risk Management and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) data and analytics program through data governance, collection, monitoring, and reporting; Assists other compliance specialty groups in ensuring adherence to CRA requirements; Interfaces with, and advises the first line of defense business/operating units on CRA and Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data collection and reporting matters.   
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include:

•    Independently performs day-to-day administration and coordination of the CRA data collection, reporting and analytics process such as error monitoring, import auditing, data testing and sampling parameters.

•    Maintain enterprise-level CRA procedures, forms, quick reference guides, etc.

•    Maintains technical procedures for the second line of defense related to CRA data collection and reporting.

•    Reviews technical procedures for the first line of defense related to CRA data collection and reporting; providing recommendation; providing recommendations for improvement where needed.

 
•    Serves as back-up system administrator for CRA related software and tools as assigned, as well as other compliance related software and tools, as assigned.

•    Assists in preparing presentations, reports, and dashboards summarizing performance for use by Executive Management, the Board of Directors and regulators.
•    Monitors and analyzes developing trends and changes in regulations relating to CRA data and analytics and other regulations as applicable for determining and advising on implications on the Bank's operations and activities.

•    Collaborates with management and the first line of defense on data governance best practices and efficiencies for CRA analytics.

•    Participates in CRA and other compliance projects, groups and initiatives, as needed.

•    Assists in the preparation of data and reporting for coordination of risk assessments, regulatory examinations, independent compliance audits, and second line of defense compliance testing engagements.

•    Provides back-up support for other Compliance Risk Management Team specialty groups,  when needed due to deadlines and/or absences.

•    Communicates effectively with colleagues on the Compliance Risk Management Team, first line of defense business partners, Executive Management, internal and external auditors, and regulators.

•    Adheres to all designated time frames, manages workflow to the specified deadlines and completes responsibilities in a satisfactory manner.

•    Completes all job-related training and continuing education in a timely manner, and attends seminars or continuing education, as directed.

•    Performs any other assignments as directed by the Chief Compliance Officer and/or the SVP, Compliance Risk Data and Analytics Director
 

Supervisory Responsibilities                                                       

No Supervisory Responsibilities

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical and Design – Ability to assess risk; Detail oriented, analytical, and critical thinking skills; Strong problem solving and analytical skills required to succeed in this job; Strong technical troubleshooting skills and ability to juggle simultaneous complex projects.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal Skills/Customer Service – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling, grammar, and legal citation references; Varies writing style to meet needs; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Ability to work in a collaborative environment, as well as independently; Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports inclusion and diversity; Embraces trusted advisor role.

Judgment and Motivation - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.

Planning/Organizing – Ability to multi-task and set priorities; Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.

Professionalism - Ability to deal with all levels of personnel in a courteous and effective manner; Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

Quantity – Ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with interruptions and changing priorities. 

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality and Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an expert-level knowledge of regulatory Compliance Risk Management for CRA monitoring, and related laws and regulations is needed.  Incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience                                                     

• A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of large bank CRA data collection and reporting experience required
• Expert knowledge of large bank CRA data collection and reporting requirements required
• Intermediate knowledge of HMDA data collection and reporting requirements preferred
• Familiarity with CRA and HMDA performance standards preferred
• Familiarity with bank products and services required
• Prior credit and/or underwriting experience preferred
• Prior compliance experience at a large bank preferred
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) preferred, or similar compliance certification  
• Experience working as an examiner and/or compliance consultant will be taken into consideration when determining prior intermediate-level compliance requirements have been met

Computer Skills                                                               

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.  Ability to learn bank-specific software. Ability to use basic office machines.

Bank Culture/Customer Service Skills

Ability and judgment to interact and communicate appropriately with other employees, customers and supervisor.  Ability to serve customers, both internal and external, (community/public) in a manner that will reflect superior customer relations and enhance the overall marketing effort of Origin Bank.

Physical Demands  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. 

Mental Demands

Incumbent in this position must be able to accommodate reading documents or instruments, detailed work, problem solving, customer contact, reasoning, math, language, presumptions, verbal and written communication, analytical reasoning, stress, multiple concurrent tasks, and constant interruptions.

Work Environment  

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Work Location

Generally, within retail branch and operations footprint.  Hybrid and/or remote work may be available at the Bank’s discretion.

Remote positions are intended to be filled in states within our footprint, which includes: Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. Any exception to this policy requires further regulatory review and approval by management.

Origin Bank is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, marital or veteran status, non-job related disability, religion, national origin, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

Remote positions are intended to be filled in states within our footprint, which includes: Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.  Any exception to this policy requires further regulatory review and approval by management.