Director of Compliance - Suffolk Credit Union : Job Details

At Suffolk Credit Union, we empower our members and strengthen our community by promoting financial wellness, transparency, and respect. Join us to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health plans, lifestyle spending accounts, 401(k) matching, and support for work-life balance, along with employee engagement activities and opportunities for community involvement. Role Overview: The Director of Compliance establishes and oversees all aspects of Suffolk Credit Union's Risk Management, Compliance, and Security programs, ensuring alignment with an enterprise-wide approach to risk. This role is responsible for developing strategic initiatives, maintaining regulatory compliance, and safeguarding both information and physical assets. The Director collaborates across departments to embed a strong culture of risk awareness and ensure organizational resilience. Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees daily and strategic operations in compliance, vendor management, and both information and facilities security.
• Leads employees through effective coaching, organizing, performance evaluation, recognition, hiring, and disciplinary actions in collaboration with People Operations.
• Contributes to setting and communicating the credit union's strategic goals with a focus on risk mitigation.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive compliance program ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Manages facility and information security programs, including safety training and regulatory compliance (OSHA, ADA).
• Investigates breaches in physical and information security and coordinates with law enforcement when needed.
• Acts as a liaison with law enforcement, compliance examiners, internal auditors, and legal counsel.
• Ensures timely response and resolution to internal audits, examiner findings, DORs, and supplementary facts.
• Addresses serious member concerns and ensures all member-facing disclosures and advertisements meet compliance standards.
• Prepares and presents compliance reports for senior leadership and the Board; disseminates law and regulation changes across departments.
• Actively participates in credit union committees, particularly those focused on risk management.
• Manages vendor due diligence processes, ensures accurate HMDA reporting, and handles budget forecasting for the compliance department.

Essential Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Economics, or related field. Eight (8)+ years of compliance experience in a financial institution required, three (3) years of which must have been in a progressive managerial capacity. Compliance Officer Certification (CUCO), NAFCU Certified Compliance Officer (NCCO), Certified Credit Union Compliance Expert (CUCE), required or to be obtained within 2 years of hire.

• Proficient in risk analysis techniques and knowledgeable about regulatory environments in the financial industry.
• Strong understanding of financial industry operations and credit union products, services, and regulations.
• Skilled in facility and information security practices.
• Knowledgeable in strategic planning methodologies and organizational policies.
• Proficient in computer applications, including data analysis using spreadsheet software.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience supervising professional-level staff.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of managing complex deadlines, maintaining confidentiality, and working independently.

Apply today and embark on a rewarding career and start empowering your possible! Suffolk Credit Union provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and prohibits discrimination of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Compensation for employees is generally offered within the range of the minimum to midpoint of the posted salary scale, based on qualifications, internal pay equity, and the budget for the position. This compensation range adheres to state-specific regulations. The determination of your actual pay rate may take into consideration factors such as your skills, years of experience, and other pertinent qualifications.