Community Development Manager

Regions Bank•Atlanta, GA

19h•$116,131 - $151,767•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Community Development Specialist are assigned throughout the bank’s footprint and are responsible for understanding market conditions and community development needs within assigned Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) assessment areas. Through ongoing consultation, this role provides advice, guidance and technical assistance to bank leadership, business groups and community organizations that promote CRA-qualified lending, investment and service activities. In addition to reviewing assessment area CRA performance, this role will manage data and documentation related to CRA-qualified activities for assigned geographies and provide exam data to CRA Compliance for submission to regulators. Associates at this level are recognized as an expert within and outside the organization. This associate has a breadth of knowledge and expertise in community development programs and often acts as a leader or resource for colleagues with less experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Social Science, Urban Planning, or related field and eight (8) years’ directly related experience in Community Development or CRA Or High School Diploma/GED and twelve (12) years' of directly related experience in Community Development, CRA and Banking
Banking experience
Analytical ability to assess needs and bring closure to deals
Strong knowledge of Community Reinvestment Act/Home Mortgage Disclosure Act regulations
Strong knowledge of financial services products
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of housing programs and knowledge of business lending functions
Must be willing to travel

Responsibilities

Maintains and documents qualified CRA investments, services and community development lending and other reporting critical to preparing for the CRA exam
Ensures CRA exam documentation and data accurately reflect the performance for designated assigned area
Works collectively with CRA Compliance to lead the bank’s efforts in meeting the requirements of the Community Reinvestment Act
Enhances business relationships by partnering with Market Executives and Business Groups to leverage opportunities in CRA Lending, Investment and Service for the bank
Creates CRA Plans for assigned territory and develop corrective action plans to address deficiencies
Develops and expands external relationships through outreach with local, state and regional Community Development organizations focusing on affordable housing, small business development, neighborhood revitalization and stabilization, disaster recovery and essential services for low- and moderate-income individuals and families
Monitors and tracks best practices, issues and trends in community development
Serves as a subject matter expert for Market Executives and Business Groups on community development issues/needs
Seeks opportunities to increase public awareness of Regions Community Development activities
Participates in the contribution to overall departmental goals and objectives, successfully complete special tasks assigned and coordinate the functions of your assigned area of expertise