CRA & Community Development Manager

Job Title:

CRA & Community Development Manager

Location:

CityScape

What you'll do:

As a CRA and Community Development Manager you are responsible for the implementation of the Bank’s Strategic Plan to comply with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) in assigned markets. You will:
• regularly meet with business unit leaders to report and review progress on their goals and assisting with strategies to close gaps;
• proactively maintain and strategically expand a portfolio of relationships with community-based organizations; and,
• act as internal subject matter expert on CRA compliance and community development activities for business unit staff and leadership.

What we are looking for:

CRA Compliance and Management:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the bank’s CRA strategy and program in assigned markets.
• Ensure compliance with all CRA regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Advise business unit staff and leadership on CRA qualifying activities.
• Conduct regular CRA assessments and prepare reports for management and board committees.
• Analyze and monitor the bank’s CRA performance and address any areas needing improvement.

Community Affairs and Development:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, non-profits, and government agencies.
• Identify community development needs and opportunities within the bank’s service areas.
• Develop and implement programs and initiatives to support affordable housing, economic development, and other community needs.
• Represent the bank at community events, meetings, and conferences.

Grant and Investment Management:

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of community development investments and grants.
• Evaluate and recommend community development projects for funding and investment.
• Track and report on the impact of the bank’s community development investments.

Training and Education:

• Provide training and education to bank employees on CRA requirements and community development issues.
• Promote awareness of CRA and community development efforts within the bank.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all CRA activities and community development initiatives.
• Prepare and submit required CRA reports to regulatory agencies.
• Ensure documentation supports the bank’s CRA performance and community development efforts.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, urban planning, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in CRA and regulatory compliance, community development, or related fields.
• In-depth knowledge of the Community Reinvestment Act and related regulations including Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Fair Housing Act, and Home Mortgage Disclosure Act.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with community organizations and stakeholders.
• Experience in grant writing, program development, and project management is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with CRA software and databases.
• Some travel may be required to attend community meetings, conferences, and events.

Benefits you’ll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want — like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About the company:

Western Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Alliance Bank of Arizona, Alliance Association Bank, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank, and Torrey Pines Bank are divisions of Western Alliance Bank; Member FDIC.  AmeriHome Mortgage is a Western Alliance Bank company.

Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified appl