Policy and Governance Specialist

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:

- How do we make complex requirements clear and actionable?
- How do we use AI-assisted research and drafting while maintaining accuracy and source integrity?
- How do we keep stakeholders aligned and policy reviews moving?
- How do we maintain reliable records, version control, and timely policy reviews?

You will help turn those answers into practical policies and governance practices that support the organization.

What You'll Lead

Policy Development and Drafting

- Draft, revise, and maintain policies, standards, procedures, and related governance documentation.
- Align policy content with organizational standards, templates, and governance requirements.
- Translate complex regulatory, compliance, and business requirements into clear and actionable policy language.

AI-Assisted Research and Content Development

- Use AI research, drafting, and content-generation platforms to support policy creation and revision.
- Execute established AI drafting prompt sequences and workflows.
- Evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and alignment with organizational standards.

Source Verification and Content Validation

- Verify policy content against authoritative sources, regulations, and primary reference materials.
- Ensure policy requirements are traceable to appropriate supporting documentation.
- Conduct quality reviews to maintain the accuracy and integrity of policy content.

Stakeholder Management and Review Coordination

- Facilitate policy reviews with business leaders, compliance partners, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders.
- Drive policy approval processes and timely completion of review cycles.
- Resolve feedback and coordinate updates across multiple stakeholder groups.

Meeting Facilitation and Program Coordination

- Organize, schedule, and facilitate policy review meetings and working sessions.
- Document decisions, action items, and approval outcomes.
- Track progress and maintain visibility of policy initiatives and deliverables.

Policy Program Administration

- Support governance activities throughout the policy lifecycle
- Maintain policy repositories, records, version control, and approval documentation.
- Monitor policy review schedules and ongoing compliance with governance requirements.

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:

- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Retirement savings and employer contributions
- Generous paid time off
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- A collaborative, mission-driven culture
- The opportunity to help shape the future of an organization with a proud history and an exciting future

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

- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in policy, governance, compliance, legal, risk management, internal audit, regulatory change, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated technical writing and document development experience.
- Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
- Strong proficiency with technology platforms and digital collaboration tools.
- Familiarity with AI-powered research, drafting, and productivity platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and a high degree of attention to detail.

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