Corporate AML Alert Investigation Specialist

AML Alert Investigation Specialist

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) is a regional bank holding company providing commercial banking services in 80 communities through 129 banking offices in Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. GBCI offers an extensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance; retirement plan including employer match and profit sharing; paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Salary is negotiable depending upon relevant experience.

About The Role Summary : The AML Alert Investigation Specialist is responsible to detect, review, and report on potential suspicious activities filtered and alerted on by the Suspicious Activity Monitoring (SAM) system. This position will perform all functions necessary to maintain compliance with the GBCI BSA / AML / OFAC Program, Policies, and Procedures in order for the bank to comply with legal and regulatory requirements and maintain satisfactory ratings on all BSA Audits and Exams. This is a Corporate position which may be located at an available bank division location across our nine-state footprint in AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, TX, UT, WA, or WY. The entry-rate for this position is $21.29+ / hour (calculated for Kalispell, MT). WA Applicants ONLY : Spokane, WA range $23.79 to $35.69 an hour. Wenatchee, WA $24.12 to $36.18 an hour. All compensation offers are analyzed individually and take into consideration multiple factors including but not limited to geographic location, years of experience, and educational background.

Description :

• Determine if alerts can be closed or warrant further investigation and elevation to an active investigation in the case management system. As necessary, use available research tools (public internet sources as well as third party sites) to identify information concerning transactions identified for further investigation. Request additional information by contacting various compliance or business personnel throughout the organization to determine if facts and circumstances surrounding unusual transactions warrants closure of the investigation or if further action is warranted. Escalate unusual activity or lack of responsiveness to inquiries to Management. Document investigations as instructed and submit QARs as warranted.
• Work with divisions and operations units to investigate transactions that are suspicious in nature. Analyze account data for suspicious activity using the AML monitoring system.
• Maintain an understanding and working knowledge of banking operations as they relate to BSA / AML / OFAC compliance including; teller functions, new accounts, wire transfers, electronic banking, and letters of credit. Ensure that training is kept current on BSA / AML / OFAC regulations.
• Assist supervisor(s) in developing and maintaining standard processes and procedures to comply with BSA / AML / OFAC requirements in this area.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control. Must complete the assigned online training courses and achieve a passing score by due date.

About You Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual 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 Required / Preferred :

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.