Job Description
Redwood Credit Union is seeking an accomplished leader to guide our enterprise-wide risk efforts with vision and integrity. The Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk plays a critical role in strengthening how the organization identifies, anticipates, and responds to potential challenges while supporting sound decision-making and long-term sustainability. The SVP will provide strategic direction for the internal audit function, compliance, security, vendor management, business continuity programs, and corporate insurance functions, ensuring effective risk mitigation across the organization. This role partners closely with the executives and senior leadership to promote strong oversight, accountability, and a culture of thoughtful risk awareness across the credit union.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Management: o Collaborate with executive management to provide research and advice on the impact of new strategies, programs, and regulatory changes from an enterprise risk perspective. o Serve on management committees to ensure effective coordination between risk management and other departments. Ensure policies, programs, and goals are communicated and met across the organization. o Actively participate in All Team, Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and strategic planning meetings, providing updates and insights on risk management. o Represent Redwood Credit Union with external entities such as auditors, examiners, legal counsel, vendors, and other third parties. Provide staff support to the Audit & Enterprise Risk Committee, including planning agendas and maintaining records. o Oversee and monitor operational risk management activities, including information security, business continuity, and technology risks throughout RCU. Planning: o Translate Redwood Credit Union’s strategic business plans into actionable audit, compliance, security, and enterprise fraud strategies and operational plans. o Develop and implement policies, plans, and programs to meet risk management objectives, measuring progress and adjusting as needed. o Establish goals for internal audit, compliance, and security functions. o Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and meeting financial targets. o Conduct annual enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify and prioritize risks, allocating appropriate resources to manage them. o Create and present opportunities to improve service delivery to Members through risk management strategies. Program Management: o Provide strategic direction and leadership for internal audit, compliance, quality assurance, security, vendor management, and business continuity. o Develop and implement risk monitoring programs to improve the organization’s ability to manage risk across the enterprise. o Collaborate with the Chief Operating & Risk Officer to sustain an effective enterprise risk management program. o Prepare regular status reports for the Chief Operating & Risk Officer and Audit Committee, providing updates on key risk management activities. o Oversee internal audits, compliance audits, information security assessments, business continuity tests, and other risk-related activities. o Ensure compliance with regulations such as Anti-Money Laundering, BSA, OFAC, CIP, and others. o Oversee vendor management functions, including risk assessments, due diligence, and contract management. o Manage business continuity planning, including incident management, recovery strategies, and disaster recovery operations. o Coordinate responses to audit reports and regulatory examination findings, reporting progress to executive management and the Audit Committee. Non-Essential Functions o Serve on various management committees and represent Redwood Credit Union at community events and functions. o Perform other duties as assigned.Join us and discover why you'll love working at Redwood Credit Union!
ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU):
At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad.
As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all.
Why work for Redwood Credit Union?
• 27th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2026"
• Awarded a 5-Star Bauer Rating
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025"
• Top Corporate Philanthropists (#24) - San Francisco Business Times
• Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 20 years in a row
• World-class Employee Engagement scores
• Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate
• Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S.
Minimum Qualification: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Extensive knowledge of professional auditing standards (IIA) and internal auditing regulations.
• In-depth understanding of risk management practices.
• Ability to provide strategic direction to support business and risk management objectives.
• Highly skilled in analyzing problems, identifying alternatives, and developing effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven leadership skills to motivate, direct, and develop staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively report findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including board members, regulators, vendors, and team members.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Licenses and Certifications
Active CPA, CIA, or related risk management professional certification desirable or ability to obtain within 12 months.
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or closely related field (MBA preferred), with a minimum of twelve years of risk management experience, and a minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience.
Compensation: Base starting range: $280,000 to $330,000 annually commensurate with experience.
Our base salary starting range is based on scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits.
Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings
• Employee performance incentive plan
• Salary Advancement– Merit increase based on performance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!
RCU Discounts and Perks:
• RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans
• RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products
• 2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU
• 0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000.
• 0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000.
• 0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500
• 100% financing for employee purchased homes!
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.
• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• This position requires occasional travel to other office locations, and some evening or weekend work may be necessary to meet project deadlines or attend events.
*Redwood Credit Union is not offering Visa transfers and/or sponsorships for this position.
Internal Team Members: If you are a current Team Member, please apply through the internal careers page located in RCUNET.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Redwood Credit Union is seeking an accomplished leader to guide our enterprise-wide risk efforts with vision and integrity. The Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk plays a critical role in strengthening how the organization identifies, anticipates, and responds to potential challenges while supporting sound decision-making and long-term sustainability. The SVP will provide strategic direction for the internal audit function, compliance, security, vendor management, business continuity programs, and corporate insurance functions, ensuring effective risk mitigation across the organization. This role partners closely with the executives and senior leadership to promote strong oversight, accountability, and a culture of thoughtful risk awareness across the credit union.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Management: o Collaborate with executive management to provide research and advice on the impact of new strategies, programs, and regulatory changes from an enterprise risk perspective. o Serve on management committees to ensure effective coordination between risk management and other departments. Ensure policies, programs, and goals are communicated and met across the organization. o Actively participate in All Team, Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and strategic planning meetings, providing updates and insights on risk management. o Represent Redwood Credit Union with external entities such as auditors, examiners, legal counsel, vendors, and other third parties. Provide staff support to the Audit & Enterprise Risk Committee, including planning agendas and maintaining records. o Oversee and monitor operational risk management activities, including information security, business continuity, and technology risks throughout RCU. Planning: o Translate Redwood Credit Union’s strategic business plans into actionable audit, compliance, security, and enterprise fraud strategies and operational plans. o Develop and implement policies, plans, and programs to meet risk management objectives, measuring progress and adjusting as needed. o Establish goals for internal audit, compliance, and security functions. o Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and meeting financial targets. o Conduct annual enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify and prioritize risks, allocating appropriate resources to manage them. o Create and present opportunities to improve service delivery to Members through risk management strategies. Program Management: o Provide strategic direction and leadership for internal audit, compliance, quality assurance, security, vendor management, and business continuity. o Develop and implement risk monitoring programs to improve the organization’s ability to manage risk across the enterprise. o Collaborate with the Chief Operating & Risk Officer to sustain an effective enterprise risk management program. o Prepare regular status reports for the Chief Operating & Risk Officer and Audit Committee, providing updates on key risk management activities. o Oversee internal audits, compliance audits, information security assessments, business continuity tests, and other risk-related activities. o Ensure compliance with regulations such as Anti-Money Laundering, BSA, OFAC, CIP, and others. o Oversee vendor management functions, including risk assessments, due diligence, and contract management. o Manage business continuity planning, including incident management, recovery strategies, and disaster recovery operations. o Coordinate responses to audit reports and regulatory examination findings, reporting progress to executive management and the Audit Committee. Non-Essential Functions o Serve on various management committees and represent Redwood Credit Union at community events and functions. o Perform other duties as assigned.Join us and discover why you'll love working at Redwood Credit Union!
ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU):
At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad.
As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all.
Why work for Redwood Credit Union?
• 27th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2026"
• Awarded a 5-Star Bauer Rating
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025"
• Top Corporate Philanthropists (#24) - San Francisco Business Times
• Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 20 years in a row
• World-class Employee Engagement scores
• Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate
• Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S.
Minimum Qualification: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Extensive knowledge of professional auditing standards (IIA) and internal auditing regulations.
• In-depth understanding of risk management practices.
• Ability to provide strategic direction to support business and risk management objectives.
• Highly skilled in analyzing problems, identifying alternatives, and developing effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven leadership skills to motivate, direct, and develop staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively report findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including board members, regulators, vendors, and team members.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Licenses and Certifications
Active CPA, CIA, or related risk management professional certification desirable or ability to obtain within 12 months.
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or closely related field (MBA preferred), with a minimum of twelve years of risk management experience, and a minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience.
Compensation: Base starting range: $280,000 to $330,000 annually commensurate with experience.
Our base salary starting range is based on scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits.
Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings
• Employee performance incentive plan
• Salary Advancement– Merit increase based on performance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!
RCU Discounts and Perks:
• RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans
• RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products
• 2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU
• 0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000.
• 0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000.
• 0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500
• 100% financing for employee purchased homes!
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.
• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• This position requires occasional travel to other office locations, and some evening or weekend work may be necessary to meet project deadlines or attend events.
*Redwood Credit Union is not offering Visa transfers and/or sponsorships for this position.
Internal Team Members: If you are a current Team Member, please apply through the internal careers page located in RCUNET.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
About Redwood Credit Union
Redwood Credit Union is a full-service financial cooperative, assisting consumers and small business owners with achieving their financial goals and dreams since 1950. We’re a financial cooperative that truly cares about the financial goals and dreams of those who do business with us. With a wide variety of products and services designed to meet our Members’ financial needs, there’s something for everyone. And each Member actually owns part of the Credit Union and has a voice in what we do and how we do it.
An excellent place to work, for 19 years running, RCU has been awarded Best Places to Work by the North Bay Business Journal and was recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Small Employers”. We continue today to build upon a solid philosophical and business foundation—treating Members with respect and personal care while offering unbeatable value.
