Director of Fair and Responsible Banking and Community ...

OverviewDirector of Fair and Responsible Banking and Community ReinvestmentJoin to apply for the Director of Fair and Responsible Banking and Community Reinvestment role at Origin Bank.3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants.ResponsibilitiesMonitor relevant regulatory and industry publications, and regularly participate in relevant events, conferences, and educational programs to stay informed of changes to fair and responsible banking requirements (e.g., CRA, ECOA, HMDA, UDAAP, etc.), emerging risks and evolving industry best practicesPartner with key stakeholders to ensure loan, investment, and service activity produces desired CRA and fair lending outcomesProvide guidance to senior market managers and leaders on strategic and tactical plan development that supports the bank’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) programProactively identify and communicate fair and responsible banking (including CRA) performance issues, deficiencies, gaps, or other matters that may impact the Bank/'s ability to meet strategic its Fair and Responsible Banking Program objectivesAcquire and maintain understanding of key business drivers, strategic plans for lines of business impacting fair and responsible banking (including CRA). Develop and promote recommendations to implement fair and responsible banking initiatives, strategies, and best practices that align with and support the achievement of business objectivesMaintain clear understanding of the Fair and Responsible Banking Program (including CRA), current and future projects, and progress toward goals at all timesPrepare and present material to executive leadership on CRA and fair and responsible banking performanceDrive all activities to ensure lending and investment programs to meet the needs of low- and moderate-income households. Partner with executive management, senior market managers and leaders, Compliance Risk Data and Analytics, Legal, Product Managers, Treasury, Community Relations Officers, and Marketing. Partner with these leaders to establish, participate, and maintain relationships with community-based charitable and non-profit organizations. Develop and maintain strong business partner relationships across the business.Conduct regular and extensive community outreach throughout the bank/'s footprint to identify credit, service, and other needs within the community and work with executive leadership and senior market managers and leaders to develop programs and set goals to meet those needs through the bank’s Fair and Responsible Banking StrategyWork with for-profit and not-for-profit organizations to identify opportunities to extend loans or make investments in facilities that promote community development within the bank’s footprint, consistent with safe and sound banking practicesManage the Bank’s CRA donations budget, ensuring requests for charitable contributions are from qualified not-for-profit organizations that provide impactful services to support to low- and moderate-income individuals, families, or neighborhoodsIdentify employee volunteer opportunities that qualify as community development service and work with the Project Enrich Leadership Team to promote opportunities and sign up volunteers in alignment with the bank’s goals for Project Enrich and CRA-qualified service hoursPrepare quarterly dashboards and annual self-assessments to achieve satisfactory or better fair and responsible banking examination reports (including CRA)Review marketing materials to ensure outreach to low- and moderate-income communities and minority communitiesEvaluate statistical data to inform sales and marketing campaigns that support the bank’s Fair and Responsible Banking Program (including CRA)Serve as the liaison with regulators and internal/external auditors during fair and responsible banking evaluations and ad hoc requestsEnsure the bank’s enterprise fair and responsible banking training curricula (e.g., CRA, ECOA, HMDA, UDAAP, etc.) includes sufficient and appropriate training for employees and the boardConsult with the Compliance Advisory Services team on complaints alleging discrimination or unfair treatmentAssist in updating the CRA policies and/or risk assessment procedures, as neededRead, analyze and interpret financial reports, legal documents, governmental regulations and professional publications relative to compliance and regulatory mattersPerform any other assignments as directed by the Chief Compliance OfficerQualificationsExpert-level knowledge of regulatory Compliance Risk Management and Fair and Responsible Banking, including CRAExpert-level familiarity with federal and state banking regulations, particularly HMDA, CRA, and UDAAPStrong knowledge of consumer protection laws and regulations, consumer and small business lending operations, and community and economic developmentExcellent communicator across audiences; ability to simplify complex topics for non-technical audiencesExcellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with attention to detailAbility to engage and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholdersStrong ability to influence decision making across the organizationExperience with non-profit community organizationsAbility to read and interpret financial reports and legal documentsAbility to quickly develop proficiency in regulatory requirements and economic environmentExperience with process and project managementDetail-oriented self-starter with investigative research abilitiesAbility to operate in a highly regulated, fast-paced environmentBachelor’s Degree or 15 years of senior-level compliance management experienceKnowledge of statistical regression analysis and its use in fair banking monitoringPrior fair and responsible banking compliance experience at a large bank preferredPrior experience as a Community Reinvestment Act Officer at a large regional bank preferredCRCM or similar certification preferredExperience communicating with Executive leadership and with Kadince preferredExperience conducting redlining analysis requiredOtherEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.Remote positions are intended to be filled within the bank/'s footprint (Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas). Any exception requires regulatory review and approval by management. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17