Senior BSA Manager (Full Time) - Amarillo, Plano or Sugar Land

Senior BSA Manager (Full Time) - Amarillo, Plano or Sugar Land Position Summary The Senior BSA Manager plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the Bank’s BSA/AML/OFAC compliance program. This position ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, manages key compliance functions, and serves as a subject matter expert across the organization. The role involves strategic oversight of risk assessments, regulatory reporting, sanctions screening, and compliance training, while also supporting departmental operations through staff supervision and cross‑functional collaboration. The ideal candidate is a seasoned compliance professional with strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

Key Regulatory Functions

Filing Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) and Designation of Exempt Persons (DOEP) reports

Conducting Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) and sanctions screening

Managing BSA/AML/OFAC‑related projects

Leading the BSA/AML/OFAC Risk Assessment process

Evaluating new products and services introduced through bank initiatives or mergers and acquisitions

Delivering relevant training to staff on BSA/AML/OFAC compliance topics

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Work closely with BSA Leadership to ensure consistent quality and manage project deadlines

Maintain proficient knowledge of the banking rules and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC

Assist in developing, implementing, and administering all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Program

Assist with independent auditor and state and federal regulator inquiries

Review and write BSA, AML, OFAC, and CIP related policies and procedures

Understand the Bank’s BSA/AML/OFAC regulations, policies and procedures and make change recommendations when and where appropriate

Build relationships with banking centers to ensure BSA/AML policies and procedures are consistent across locations

Assist with BSA, AML, OFAC and CIP training presentations and exercises for Bank personnel, including material presented to employees during the new hire orientation process

Assist with implementing cost controls for the department and monitor expenses to ensure compliance with budget

Manage the OFAC process to ensure timely response to positive hits detected by the Bank’s OFAC software, reporting of OFAC matches, and annual blocked property

Respond to FinCEN 314(a) timely

Advise BSA Leadership on various financial products, business opportunities, and market positioning in regard to AML/BSA/OFAC/KYC/CDD exposure

Respond to inquiries or refer inquiries to the appropriate department or person, and exhibit the necessary follow‑through with customers and/or staff involved

Ensure compliance with all applicable reporting and record‑keeping requirements and timely distribution of related materials and publications to designated personnel

Participate in the development of production and quality goals to ensure they are met

Provide trending reports to the BSA Officer and executive management

Assume responsibility for the various department functions in the absence of staff members or during a declared nature disaster or pandemic

Report any suspicious or unusual activity by customers or associates

Complete the annual BSA/AML and Compliance training

Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Perform personnel actions, including performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and interviewing candidates for employment; supervise the daily activities of the department including, but not limited to, effective delegation of assignments, developing work schedules and providing necessary training

Lead and manage team through training, developing, and coaching associates on a consistent basis

Encourage others to set challenging goals and high standards of performance

Inspire associates to define new opportunities and continuously improve the organization

Celebrate and reward significant achievements of associates

Present logical and persuasive case for proposals and positions

Assist team in addressing their individual strengths and development needs.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Ability to withstand moderate physical activity throughout the workday (standing, walking, reaching)

Ability to sit for extended periods of time

Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds on occasion

Ability to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time

Ability to work overtime when required to meet deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience & Skills) Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience; or

Minimum of five years BSA banking experience including branch/platform experience and knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act regulatory requirements;

Knowledge of BSA, AML, and other AML regulatory policies with the ability to apply and explain regulatory concepts;

Leadership or management experience;

Self‑starter, capable of working under minimum supervision;

Adapt at multi‑tasking and meeting deadlines in high‑pressure environment;

Results oriented team player;

Strong problem‑solving ability;

Exceptional research and analytical skills with the ability to analyze large amounts of data, decipher higher risk attributes (transactional, geographical, product, customer type, etc.) and disposition appropriately;

Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills;

Proficient in MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint);

Strong documentation skills to clearly articulate alert disposition;

Adherence to controls and standards;

CAMS certification a plus.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description amended at any time.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior Level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Business Development and Sales

Industries Banking

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