Overview This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. This position supports the implementation and execution of Bank wide model risk management policies and procedures, including model governance and performance monitoring, in conformance with regulatory guidance. Reviews complex models used within the organization, model documentation protocols, development and maintenance of model risk reporting and maintenance of the model inventory. Assesses model risks and limitations, makes recommendations, follows up and tracks ongoing model risk issues. Provides guidance and mentorship to less experienced credit approval associates within the work group. Responsibilities Analysis - Conducts risk analysis to validate the performance of existing models and leads gap closing projects to include recommended model changes. Provides independent review of model validations, effectively assessing the validity of issues raised and methodological approaches for the proper resolution of these issues. Reporting - Reports regularly to the Model Risk Manager on the compliance of the model risk management program, including policies and procedures, with respect to its progress, working issues, and challenges. Relationship Development - Develops and maintains effective partnerships with the model analysts, model owners, business level risk management teams and auditors, internal and external. Business Support - Provides recommendations for the design, development, back testing, implementation and recalibration of models owned by the model development team. Assists in the review and validation of model performance and controls, including establishing the model validation scope, assessment of validation results and directing communication with stakeholders. Assists in the development and maintenance of the model inventory ensuring the inventory is complete, accurate, and consistent with the intent of the Model Validation Policy. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in model validation OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in model validation License or Certification Type: N/A This job posting is expected to remain active for 15 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants. This job posting has been extended until 11/15/24. If hired in North Carolina, the base pay for this position is generally between $135,000 and $165,000. If hired in California, the base pay for this position is generally between $145,000 and $175,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here: https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits