Senior Depository Financial Institutions Examiner

19 Aug 2024
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Senior Depository Financial Institutions ExaminerPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4623292) ApplySenior Depository Financial Institutions ExaminerSalary$75,678.00 - $114,915.00 AnnuallyLocation Home Headquartered, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCSSC-2024-91907-03203DepartmentDepartment of Banking & SecuritiesDivisionBG Dpry Exmn Div 1Opening Date08/19/2024Closing Date9/1/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code03203Position Number00137506UnionNon-UnionBargaining UnitA3Pay GroupST09Bureau / Division Code00055100Bureau / DivisionDepository Examination Division 1CityHome Headquartered, PennsylvaniaContact NameFelicia NewburyContact Emailfnewbury@pa.gov

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THE POSITIONAre you eager to become a team leader ? If so, join us at the Department of Banking & Securities as a Senior Depository Financial Institutions Examiner. We are seeking a talented and organized professional with a background in conducting financial depository institution examinations . As the Examiner-In-Charge, you will be responsible for ensuring financial depository institutions are in compliance with established laws, regulations, and sound management practices. Apply today to begin a fulfilling career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania! DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Senior Depository Financial Institutions Examiner, you will serve as the Examiner-In-Charge, either individually or with a team of examiners, and will be responsible for the examination of financial depository institutions across the commonwealth to ensure compliance with established laws and regulations and sound management practices. You will also be responsible for the specialty and complex areas during an examination. Work includes conducting special exams and investigations, completing examination reports, analyzing previous examination reports, as well as reporting any grievances or complaints. Effective communication is a key aspect of this position as you will be establishing contact with management of the institution to explain the scope of the planned examination and the reporting required by the institution to complete the examination.Apply today to start a new and exciting chapter of your career with the Department of Banking & Securities!Why work at DoBS?We place a high value on employee satisfaction and development to ensure a vibrant, motivated workforce. We offer:

Competitive salary

Stable and supportive work environment

Networking opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement package

On-the-job training

Professional development

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00137506)

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, home headquartered.

Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

Travel is required to financial institutions and training sites located in areas both within and outside of the state.

Salary: Most employees will start at the beginning level of the advertised salary.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years as a Depository Financial Institutions Examiner 2;or

Four years of professional experience in examining depository financial institution or trust company records and operations for conformance to laws, rules and regulations and a bachelor's degree with a major in finance, accounting, economics or information technology, including or supplemented by nine credits in accounting;or

Four years of professional internal auditing experience in a depository financial institution or trust company and a bachelor's degree with a major in finance, accounting, economics or information technology, including or supplemented by nine credits in accounting;or

Four years of professional operating experience in a depository financial institution or trust company with experience in any of the following areas: lending, audit, risk management, transactions processing, trust department, branch management, compliance, finance/accounting, information technology systems or capital markets/treasury; and a bachelor’s degree with a major in finance, accounting, economics or information technology, including or supplemented by nine credits in accounting;or

An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes nine college credits in accounting.

Other Requirements:

This particular position also requires a valid driver's license.

You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 Selective Certification- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Depository Financial Institutions Examiner 2 for two or more years full-time?

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No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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Have you completed nine or more college credits in accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

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How many years of full-time professional experience in examining depository financial institution or trust company records and operations for conformance to laws, rules and regulations do you possess?

4 years or more

3 but less than 4 years

2 but less than 3 years

1 but less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How many years of full-time professional internal auditing experience in a depository financial institution or trust company do you possess?

4 years or more

3 but less than 4 years

2 but less than 3 years

1 but less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How many years of full-time professional operating experience in a depository financial institution or trust company with experience in any of the following areas: lending, audit, risk management, transactions processing, trust department, branch management, compliance, finance/accounting, information technology systems or capital markets/treasury do you possess?

4 years or more

3 but less than 4 years

2 but less than 3 years

1 but less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How much graduate coursework have you completed in banking and financial services management? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

30 credits or more

Less than 30 credits

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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – EXAMINATIONS

Leads depository financial institution examinations by organizing the examination and analyzing operations for safe and sound accounting practices, operating procedures, internal controls, and adherence to policies, statutes, and regulations. Analyzes, evaluates, and reports on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Prepares a report of examination discussing the institution's financial condition, policies, and procedures; citing deficiencies; and making recommendations for corrective action, as necessary.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience leading examinations of financial institutions by analyzing operations for safe and sound accounting practices, procedures, and adherence to policies, statutes, and regulations. I was responsible for preparing a report of examination discussing the institution's financial condition, policies, and procedures; citing deficiencies; and making recommendations for corrective action, as necessary.

B. I have experience conducting examinations by analyzing institutions for safe and sound practices, procedures, and adherence to rules, laws, and regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies and making recommendations; however, someone else was responsible for leading the examination and preparing the report of examination.

C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing, investigations, or research.

D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience leading examinations, including the type of institutions.

Your experience citing deficiencies.

Your experience preparing reports of examinations.

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – ANALYSIS AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

Reviews and analyzes institution financial statements, filings, and policies and procedures for deficiencies, irregular or illegal activities, conflicts of interest, and regulatory compliance. Verifies the accuracy of regulatory financial reports. Reports errors detected in documentation and recommends potential resolution.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience analyzing institution financial statements, filings, and policies and procedures to determine deficiencies, irregular or illegal activities, conflicts of interest, and regulatory compliance. I was responsible for reporting errors and recommending potential resolution.

B. I have experience analyzing financial documentation to determine accuracy and regulatory compliance. I reported errors.

C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, qualitative business analysis, or business law.

D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience analyzing institution financial statements, filings, policies, and procedures.

Your experience reporting errors.

Your experience recommending potential resolution.

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – INTERPRET AND APPLY LAWS, REGULATIONS, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES

Interprets and applies federal and state financial laws, regulations, policies, standards, and objectives. Explains the information to staff, professional associations, government officials, and the public.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of an agency/organization related to financial laws. I explained this information to staff AND individuals outside the agency/organization.

B. I have experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of an agency/organization NOT related to financial laws. I explained this information to staff AND individuals outside the agency/organization

C. I have experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of an agency/organization. I explained this information to staff OR individuals outside the agency/organization.

D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public relations or government policy.

E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of an agency/organization related to financial laws. Be sure to include if you explained this information to staff and/or individuals outside the agency/organization.

Your experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of an agency/organization NOT related to financial laws. Be sure to include if you explained this information to staff and/or individuals outside the agency/organization.

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Prepares reports that include data related to an institution's financial performance; adherence to policies, statutes, and regulations; and recommendations for corrective action. Designs, produces, and modifies existing worksheets (balance sheets/income statements) to be used for accounting purposes. Prepares correspondence to communicate issues and corrective action recommendations with members of management of facilities.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience preparing reports that included data related to institutions' financial performance and adherence to policies, statutes, and regulations.

B. I have experience designing, producing, or modifying existing worksheets (balance sheets/income statements) to be used for accounting purposes.

C. I have experience preparing documents or written materials not listed in the above levels.

D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, or financial reports

E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

Your experience preparing reports that included data related to the financial performance and adherence to policies, statutes, and regulations.

Your experience designing, producing, or modifying existing worksheets (balance sheets/income statements) to be used for accounting purposes.

Your experience preparing documents or written materials not related to financial reports or worksheets.

Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

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AgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov

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  • State: Pennsylvania Uspa 00000 Uspa USA
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