Job Description

At FHLB Des Moines, we work each day to develop an inclusive culture that supports and leverages the complexity of a diverse workforce. This enables us to effectively serve the needs of our members and help them succeed.

Responsible for managing the Bank’s Member Collateral Verification (MCV) loan review program for Non-Depository members, including verifying the existence, quality and eligibility of pledged loan collateral, validating pledge data accuracy and providing member collateral education.

Accountabilities:

Responsibilities/Duties/Function/Tasks:

• Select, manage and develop high-performing employees that apply critical analysis, proactive risk management and thoughtful member support through the MCV program of pledged loan collateral reviews.
• Ensure MCV staff are properly trained and operate with a growth mindset and intellectual curiosity.
• Manage, review and approve results of fieldwork for Non-Depository reviews.
• Assist in the development of the master MCV schedule used to identify members for review per framework; maintain updates to the master review schedule; approve schedule revisions, as needed.
• Contribute to the development of and adherence with MCV processes and procedures.
• Manage staff and activities in compliance with Bank policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations. Report known or suspected violation of law, regulation, policy or procedure to appropriate levels of management.
• Collaborate with the Director to support the implementation of collateral education programs, providing logistical support and reinforcing key messages with members.
• Participate in Non-Depository MCV reviews as necessary.
• Participate in developing, implementing, assessing and improving effective internal controls. Report known or suspected violation of internal controls to appropriate levels of management.
• Provide technical assistance to members regarding collateral practices, interpretation and application of credit and collateral policy and procedures.
• Use expertise in insurance-industry loan structures, underwriting, lien perfection, and valuation to assess collateral risk and support decision-making. Monitor insurance company member loan pledge portfolio and risk management using data analytics.
• Execute in-place procedures and adhere to in-place risk management governance as it relates to non-depository MCV and Data Validation Review (DVR) requirements.
• Assist general MCV needs, including depository member MCVs and risk management of such.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field, or equivalent work experience required; experience with CREF C and other reporting requirements within the Insurance industry required.
• 7+ years’ experience in banking and/or insurance industry-related aspects including loan underwriting, financial analysis and documentation standards, valuation methodologies, loan servicing and monitoring practices.
• Federal Home Loan Bank experience preferred.
• Experience with complex commercial mortgage loans, participations and swaps required.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels within a financial institution.
• Five or more years cultivating teams of high-performing professionals in the financial industry preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills including the ability to communicate high-level strategies and operational performance clearly to internal stakeholders and the membership.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with SQL a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.

Compensation Range:

Annual Salary: $114,474.00 - $135,938.00

This salary range represents the Bank’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of hire. Offer to be determined by selected applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills & abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This role is also eligible to participate in the Bank’s annual incentive plan.

As part of our competitive Total Rewards package, the Bank offers 11 paid holidays, 5 weeks of PTO and a work culture that values work/life balance. Most roles are eligible for our hybrid work schedule. We match 100% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) and provide an additional 4% non-discretionary contribution to your 401(k) at the end of year. More information on our Total Rewards program can be found here

At FHLB Des Moines, we work to create an inclusive culture. This enables us to effectively serve the needs of our members and help them succeed. FHLB Des Moines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history), status as a parent or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.