Compliance Specialist
Job Description
Are you passionate about regulatory compliance and making a positive impact in the financial services industry? We’re seeking a Compliance Specialist to join our team and help ensure that our credit union meets the highest standards of consumer protection. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic organization that values collaboration, growth, and innovation.
As a Compliance Specialist, you’ll support the day-to-day activities of our compliance program, monitor regulatory updates, and work closely with internal departments to promote a culture of compliance. Your contributions will help us continue to provide exceptional financial services while upholding our commitment to ethical and regulatory excellence.
What You’ll Be Doing:
The Compliance Specialist is responsible for executing compliance activities and supporting our team in maintaining adherence to state and federal regulations. Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring and tracking regulatory updates, maintaining compliance documentation, and generating reports.
- Assisting in the development and execution of the annual compliance-testing schedule.
- Managing the Vendor Management Program by conducting due diligence reviews and maintaining vendor records.
- Reviewing marketing materials, policies, and organizational projects to ensure compliance.
- Serving as the primary reviewer for Power of Attorney (POA) documents.
- Supporting business continuity planning by assisting with recovery process development and testing.
- Promoting compliance awareness across departments and embedding best practices into daily workflows.
Compensation and Benefits:
- $56 - 70K
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (85% employer paid for employees and dependents)
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
Who We’re Looking For:
Someone with 2+ years of experience in a similar or related role with a two-year college degree or completion of specialized training in compliance or a related field. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships and handle sensitive information with diplomacy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, is essential, along with critical thinking, and effective problem-solving abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are also key.Location, Schedule, and Employment Type:
- Location: Santa Fe, NM with travel to other offices as needed. Hybrid schedule
- Schedule: Full-time, may involve non-traditional work hours
- Employment Type: Direct hire
Meet Your Recruiter

Abby Dietz
CEO
Originally from Pennsylvania, Abby Dietz moved to Santa Fe from Northern Virginia/DC Metro area in 2011. She joined The Hire Firm in a temporary role but fit the culture so well we decided to keep her! Her strong background in sales, customer service, and executive administrative skills was the perfect blend for a staffing and recruiting professional. Abby has a fantastic ability to quickly understand clients’ needs and match those needs with talented candidates. She now focuses on managing the firm bu still recruits because she enjoys it so much.
Abby is a living success story for temporary and temp-to-hire opportunities and has obtained three long-term, rewarding positions in her career that started as temporary or temp-to-hire. She believes in what we do and knows first-hand how being open and flexible can lead to great opportunities. She would love to share her story with anyone who is curious about it!
When she’s not working, she enjoys recharging on backpacking trips, spending time with family, friends, and fur babies, and taking classes on whatever is currently of interest to her! Her pronouns are she/her and she invites you to share yours.