Description
NOTICE: JOB APPLICANTS LIMITED TO DC, MD, OR VA RESIDENTS. POSITION IS HYBRID. This position requires candidates to be local to the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Applicants must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of our headquarters and be able to meet the position's onsite or hybrid work requirements.
Be part of Lafayette Federal Credit Union, recognized by USA Today as a Top Workplace for three consecutive years (2024–2026).
We are expanding and looking for exceptional talent to support our members and contribute to our reputation as an employer of choice. Be a key player in our mission to become the premier financial partner for our community. Your skills and dedication are essential to our success.
Lafayette Federal may have the perfect opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a Policy and Governance Specialist to join our dynamic team!
About us:
Our Difference: What makes Lafayette Federal cutting-edge? Lafayette Federal Credit Union is not only a great place to bank, but also a great place to work! We have been recognized nationally by (1) Newsweek’s America’s Best Bank’s list, (2) we’ve received a 5-star rating from Bauer Financial, and (3) we’ve also ranked #12 in S&P Global’ s Top Performing Credit Union’s in 2022 for the second year in a row!
Our Culture: Lafayette Federal is about inclusion, diversity, high performance, and new opportunities. Teamwork and our sense of community also make Lafayette Federal a great place to work. Each person is valued for his or her unique set of skills. We share a common devotion to the people we serve, participating in charity events throughout each year and giving back to the community.
The Opportunity:
Help build a policy program that does more than maintain documents.
This role will help Lafayette Federal answer important questions:
You will help turn those answers into practical policies and governance practices that support the organization.
What You'll Lead
Policy Development and Drafting
AI-Assisted Research and Content Development
Source Verification and Content Validation
Stakeholder Management and Review Coordination
Meeting Facilitation and Program Coordination
Policy Program Administration
NCUA Requirements
As directed by management and/or the SVP of Risk Management, understand and complete all annual mandated training requirements applicable to your position accurately and on time. Training includes, but is not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC, cybersecurity, diversity and anti-harassment, and fair lending.
Organizational Partnership
Success in this role depends on collaboration, sound judgment, and follow-through.
You will partner with business leaders, compliance partners, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to gather input, coordinate reviews, resolve feedback, and move policies through approval. You will bring diplomacy and tact to conversations, build relationships, and solicit cooperation while handling sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
Why Lafayette Federal
At Lafayette Federal Credit Union, we believe our employees are our greatest competitive advantage.
We are committed to building a workplace where talented people can do meaningful work, continue to grow professionally, and make a lasting impact on our members and communities.
In return, we offer:
Why This Role Matters
Strong governance begins with clear, reliable policies.
This role brings together writing, responsible use of AI, source verification, and stakeholder coordination to help build a consistent policy framework. Your work will help turn requirements into practical guidance and keep policies current, accessible, and supported by reliable documentation.
If you are energized by creating clarity, building structure, and helping people work together, we would love to hear from you.
Requirements
Who You Are
You are a clear writer, a careful researcher, and an organized collaborator.
You enjoy turning complex information into language people can use. You are comfortable coordinating competing priorities, asking questions, and following through on details. You embrace technology while recognizing that AI-generated content requires thoughtful review and verification.
You build productive relationships, handle confidential information with discretion, and bring diplomacy and tact to challenging conversations.
What You'll Bring
Top benefits or perks: Joining Lafayette Federal Credit Union comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey. We provide employees with a generous benefits package including:
Employer paid (99.9%) health insurance premium for single and family coverage (HMO Plan)
Fully funded deductible (HMO Plan)
401k employer matching contribution
Income protection with life insurance, short and long-term disability
Paid time off, holiday leave & birthday leave
Educational assistance
Commuter benefits program and more !
Pay: $63,980.80- $79,976.00 annually ($30.76/hour to $38.45/hour) depending on experience and qualifications.
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.
*Lafayette Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer
*EOE/AA/DISABILITY/VETERAN
