About Us:

At Columbia, we create a great place to work by offering a unique brand of relationship banking and fostering a culture where associates thrive. We are dedicated to supporting our customers and communities, and we can only achieve this through the dedication of our associates.

We value Trust, Ownership, Growth, Empathy, Teamwork, Heart, Enjoyment, and Relationships, and we are eager to meet candidates who embody these core values. We are always on the lookout for results-focused individuals who can think independently, work collaboratively, and support our broader purpose.

Think of us as financial partners, because at Columbia, we believe the best way forward is together. Together for people. Together for business. Together for better.

About the Role:

Forward thinking leader, who is responsible for structuring, leading and managing cross functional enterprise and operational risk management activities, initiatives, and projects. Monitor, assess, and report on enterprise wide and external environment risks through programs such as, but not limited to, Emerging Risks and New Initiatives.  Provide programmatic support to management on operations and strategic initiatives to promote proactive risk identification, assessment, and mitigation on enterprise risks.  Consult on identified risk and control issues affecting the enterprise and assist in the development of effective action plans. Facilitative first line adoption and ongoing application of risk management frameworks in support of the corporate risk appetite.

• Supervise a team responsible for enterprise wise risk management initiatives based on an integrated risk management system and methodology. 
• Supervise a team responsible for building the organization’s risk management practices and driving its risk culture.
• Provide risk consultation to management as part of change management initiatives.
• Support development and implementation of enterprise risk management methodologies and approachesto meet the Bank’s risk management goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Umpqua corporate culture in all actions and words.
• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
• Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”
• May perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or other applicable discipline. Preferred
• 10 years of banking, risk management, compliance, finance, or IT/Ops audit experience.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple work efforts/people, which may involve directing a multitude of business units/key stakeholders.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to present complex information to a variety of different audiences.
• Knowledge of financial and operational risk management concepts, best practices, and regulatory guidance.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, ACL, or Cognos reporting. Knowledge of IRM or GRC systems helpful.
• Proven ability to problem-solve complex issues and make decisions with limited supervision.

Job Location(s): Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).

Bellevue, WA
Tacoma, WA
Seattle, WA
South Jordan, UT
Boise, Idaho
 

Our Benefits:

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits. The pay range for this role is $130,000.00 $150,000.00 and the pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: [email protected].

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.