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Head of Data Strategy & Core Systems

United States - Remote

We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!

At Climate First Bank, we’re redefining what banking can be. As a Florida Benefit Corporation and FDIC-insured commercial bank, we offer a full suite of personal and business services—including solar, residential, commercial, ESOP Banking, Structured Finance and SBA loans—all designed to power a better future. We’re proud to be a Certified B Corporation, a member of 1% for the Planet, and part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), reflecting our deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and ethical banking.

With branches in St. Petersburg, Winter Park, Mount Dora, and a growing digital presence, we’re proving that banking can be a force for good. We don’t just support environmental and social causes—we’re built on them.

Under our Holding Company, Climate First Bancorp, we are also powered by OneEthos. OneEthos operates at the intersection of fintech and traditional banking to expand access to inclusive, values-driven financial services. Regulated by the Federal Reserve Bank, it equips Community Banks, Credit Unions, CDFIs, and Green Banks with ethical lending tools—especially in climate finance and solar lending.

Join the Movement

We’re seeking driven, mission-aligned individuals ready to make an impact. If you’re passionate about sustainability, thrive in a fast-paced, results driven environment, and want to be part of something bigger, you will feel right at home.

Our team is one of goal-setters, go-getters, problem solvers, thought leaders, and changemakers. We celebrate wins, tackle challenges head-on, and push boundaries. Fueled by purpose, we thrive where perseverance and passion turn ambitious goals into reality.

Thrive at Climate First Bank

At Climate First Bank, we’re investing in your future. We offer a comprehensive, people-first benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance.

Compensation — In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives and equity. Actual compensation is based on industry salary ranges, internal salary structures, experience, skills and other job-related factors.

Health Coverage — 100% employer-paid for employees; employer contribution for dependents by Us

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) 
  • Free Telemedicine access via Teladoc

 Financial Wellness & Wealth Building

  • 401(k) with 6% Employer Match — No Vesting Period.
  • Employee Stock Options 
  • Exclusive Employee Banking Perks 
  • 0% Financing for Employee Solar Loans 
  • Employee Only Mortgage Product with exclusive interest rates and terms.
  • 0% Financing for Eligible Electric Vehicles (EVs) 
  • Referral Incentives 

Generous Paid Time Off

  • 2–4 Weeks of Vacation based on officer level plus additional tenure-based time.
  • 64 Hours of Paid Sick Time for all full-time employees.

Protection & Peace of Mind

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance 
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Life, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling, legal, and financial services.

Position Summary

Climate First Bank is seeking an experienced Director of Core Systems to serve as the primary owner and subject matter expert for the Bank's Jack Henry Silverlake Core Banking System and related Jack Henry and Finastra applications. This role is responsible for the administration, optimization, maintenance, testing, and strategic enhancement of the Bank's core processing and lending technology environment. 

The ideal candidate will have deep experience with core banking systems, particularly Jack Henry Silverlake, along with a strong understanding of banking operations, lending systems, regulatory expectations, integrations, testing, and vendor management. This individual will partner closely with senior leadership to ensure the Bank's technology ecosystem supports growth, risk management, customer experience, and operational efficiency.

This position serves as a strategic partner to Marketing in the development, configuration, implementation, and launch of new banking products and services that support the Bank's growth objectives, customer experience goals, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Key Responsibilities 

Core Banking Systems Administration

  • Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for Jack Henry Silverlake, Banno (digital banking) and related Jack Henry applications and integrated solutions.
  • Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for Finastra’s DecisionPro and MortgageBot.
  • Manage the implementation of Jack Henry’s Enterprise Workflow Solutions.
  • Maintain core parameters, product setups, system configurations, business rules, and operational settings.
  • Manage user security, access administration, and related system controls in coordination with IT.
  • Coordinate Silverlake releases, upgrades, patches, testing, and implementation activities.
  • Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, changes, testing, and recurring administrative activities.
  • Own loan and deposit product creation and development through system configuration, testing, and deployment.
  • Collaborate with Marketing to ensure product designs, features, rates, disclosures, customer-facing materials, and customer experience objectives can be effectively supported within the Bank's core, digital banking, and lending platforms.
  • Lead core system data conversions and validations.

Compliance, Risk, and Security

  • Ensure system administration practices comply with Bank policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support audit requests, examinations, compliance reviews, and operational control testing.
  • Participate in disaster recovery exercises and business continuity planning for critical banking systems.
  • Maintain strong access controls, segregation of duties, and change management practices within core and lending systems.
  • Assist with SOX, cybersecurity, vendor management, and operational risk control activities as required.

 Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent banking experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience administering a core banking platform.
  • Experience managing system implementations, upgrades, testing, and issue resolution.
  • Understanding of deposit operations, loan operations, general ledger, treasury management, digital banking, and banking compliance requirements.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and document findings, and problem-solve.

 Preferred

  • 5 or more years of Jack Henry SilverLake administration experience.
  • Experience with Jack Henry applications such as Enterprise Workflow, Cognos, Xperience, Banno, Treasury Management, DirectLine, PayCenter/FedNow, or related solutions.
  • Hands-on experience with Finastra products including DecisionPro and Mortgagebot.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with senior leadership, business users, technical teams, auditors, and vendors.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
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