Divisional Compliance Officer

Pay Range: $63,925.00 - $85,250.00

With direction from the Divisional Compliance Manager, develops and executes a testing program in accordance with the Division’s compliance and quality control program. Assists with implementing new or changed regulatory requirements by supporting the business lines and lines of support with identification of process changes needed. Responsible for communicating testing results to Division’s senior management team. Responsible for coordinating an appropriate training regimen for Divisional employees. Serves as a Compliance Coordinator for the Division.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required, Masters preferred
• Minimum 2-5 years experience in Financial Services field

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient knowledge of federal and appropriate state compliance laws and regulations is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software.
• Ability to learn and understand the systems and processes utilized within the Division, including, but not limited to: Direct Lending, Dealer Finance, Special Assets and Retail Collections, Call Center, Deposit Operations, Canajoharie Operations, Electronic Banking & Wire Room.
• Familiarity with Federal Banking Regulations.
• Working knowledge of workflow applications and disclosures.
• Ability to learn and understand internal policies, products and procedures.

Tasks Performed:

• 35% - Executes the compliance program as it pertains to the Division. Responsible for developing a test plan for areas identified in the compliance program risk assessment. Test plan development will include establishing population, test procedures, documentation of testing, reporting process and related communication. Evaluates the result of the testing and makes recommendations as appropriate to Manager and department employees, which minimize regulatory risk while accomplishing business objectives. Act as liaison and point of contact with Compliance for regulatory matters affecting the Division.
• 20% - Assesses the implementation of new or revised procedures related to changes to regulatory requirements by LOB/LOS, which affect the Division and provides the Compliance Department with procedural descriptions and subsequent updates.
• 15% - Maintains current knowledge of relevant state and federal rules and regulations. Ensures that all employees in the Division are aware of applicable regulatory requirements and of procedures designed to meet them. Distributes and explains written materials received from the Compliance Department to appropriate employees within the Division. Supports the Division in ensuring the appropriate compliance training for employees is completed successfully based on a defined training regimen.
• 15% - On a routine basis and in accordance with the Division’s compliance and quality control program, monitors the compliance with selected regulatory requirements within the Division, using the specified monitoring activity as a minimum standard and review the results with the Division’s senior management. Reports any exceptions found and the corrective action taken or planned to the Division Executive and Compliance Department.
• 10% - Maintains internal records of testing results and other monitoring activity. Coordinates the gathering of relevant materials for regulatory examination.
• 5% - Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
• Stationary 75% of time or greater
• Move Objects to a Maximum of 10 lbs

Why Work at NBT

At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success. 

Wellbeing 

At NBT, we value and support your wellbeing by offering generous time-off policies, wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, so you can thrive both personally and professionally. 

Community Involvement 

NBT believes community involvement fosters our success and the success of those around us. Through volunteer service and charitable partnerships, we empower our employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace. 

Culture 

NBT believes in creating a workplace where every voice matters and every team member feels empowered to contribute. With supportive leadership, we foster an environment where employees are connected, inspired, and valued. 

Career Development 

Whether you’re just starting your career or serve in a senior leadership role, your growth and development are our priority. NBT provides a wide variety of development programs and tools for you to reach your full potential. 

Total Rewards 

NBT recognizes and rewards your contributions with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives – ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.   

Business Stability 

NBT has built a reputation as a stable financial institution by growing our people and our business, evolving our processes and managing risk. We've weathered the market's ups and downs for over 165 years, all while charting a well-defined growth plan. 

Benefits for Full-Time Employees: 

• Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire. 

• Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary. 

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants. 

• Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being. 

• Flexible Spending Accounts: For healthcare and dependent care expenses. 

• Employer-Paid Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage. 

• Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage. 

• Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage. 

• Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan to help secure your future.

• Adoption Assistance: Supporting your growing family. 

• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education and career growth. 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources. 

• Pet Insurance: For all your furry friends.

• Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance. 

Benefits for Part-Time Employees Working 20+ Hours/Week: 

• Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants. 

• Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.

• Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.

• Generous Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary. 

Benefits for All Part-Time Employees: 

• Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan for employees who work at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year, all designed to help secure your future

• Paid Sick and Safe Leave: For your health and safety. 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources. 

• Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.