Manager, BSA Investigations

Under the direction of the Director of Casino Compliance the Manager, BSA Investigations (“Manager”) is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) for Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel, which requires the investigation of various activities to assess the filing of a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR). They will lead a specialized team of investigators and analysts, ensuring department deliverables are met. The Manager acts as a subject matter expert in interpreting regulatory changes related to due diligence processes. They assess, develop, and implement investigative procedures to address the risk of YRC being used for money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illicit activities. They work with casino directors and staff to enhance reporting procedures and identify suspicious activity trends. They manage a monitoring program that analyzes casino data to identify and implement new alert rules. The Manager must maintain confidentiality and act in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. They will also assist in Federal Subpoena/Summons and SAR Document Request responses and mitigate high-risk patrons. The Manager fosters collaboration and supports opportunities by aligning the Tribe's goals and priorities with its vision, mission, and values.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provides managerial oversight to ensure the BSA investigator/analysts have proper guidance and direction in performing their duties when reviewing Suspicious Activity Incident Reports (“SAIs”), Surveillance Reports, player transactions, player tracking records, and other casino records to determine if the gaming patterns are SAR reportable.  Manages and oversees the timely investigations of SAIs submitted by the gaming floor departments, as well as those internally developed including, but not limited to Data Alerts. Performs various quality control reviews on SAR Narratives and is delegated to approve the filing of the SARs using industry standard and regulatory guidance sampling methods to ensure compliance efforts are maintained. Makes work assignments based on experience and skill sets.  Responsible for the timely responses to Federal Grand Jury Subpoenas/Summons and SAR Document Requests in coordination with YRC’s Legal Compliance Department.  The Manager is also responsible for gathering and responding to internal/external audit requests in areas of responsibility. 

2.

Maintains current knowledge of BSA laws and regulations as they pertain to suspicious activity reporting. Reviews the SAR compliance program for technical accuracy to the Title 31 BSA and YRC anti-money laundering policies.  Works with casino departments and the Director of Casino Compliance to develop and write appropriate and efficient internal controls and procedures to mitigate departmental suspicious activity risks.  Maintains confidentiality of all information, as required pertaining to the Casino’s policies, procedures, processes, and related proprietary information.  Also assist in making assessments on high-risk patrons in coordination with Player Development Department to help identify and corroborate source of funds.

3.

Provides strategic insight by maintaining, planning, measuring, and analyzing statistical data to assess/monitor trends on an ongoing basis the evaluation of policies, processes and resources as it relates to SAI assessments and filing of SARs.  Utilizes the analysis to request the enhancement/implementation of the current data alerts for possible assessment for a suspicious activity investigation.

4. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department and assumes other responsibilities, duties, tasks and assignments that contribute to the mitigation or response to any public health emergency.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.   Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  Makes hiring decisions and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles.

Education/Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Accounting, or a related field is required

• Minimum of three (3) years of investigations experience required.

• Minimum three (3) years of Supervisory and/or senior level experience in the areas of banking, casino, or law enforcement required.

• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

• Relevant Casino experience is highly desirable.

• Experience applying and interpreting Bank Secrecy Act to the work environment

• Possess through working knowledge of the Anti-Money Laundering policies and procedures for Suspicious Activity reporting departments. 

• Ability to analyze complex transactions and exercise sound business judgement

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

• Certification Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS) preferred.

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.

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