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Non-Depository and Securities Compliance Examiner 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain broad and valuable knowledge in an exciting industry? The Department of Banking & Securities is seeking talented and organized professionals with a background in accounting or financial auditing and analysis to apply for an exceptional opportunity to become a Financial Institutions Examiner specific for non-depository institutions. The chosen candidate will be mentored by experienced examiners. Examinations are performed either offsite or on location at mortgage companies, car dealers, check cashers, consumer discount companies and pawnbrokers, providing the examiner with an opportunity to travel throughout Pennsylvania, and, on occasion, out of state. This position spends the majority of time conducting onsite and offsite compliance examinations of licensed entities. Travel may be required 50% of the time and includes travel throughout the state and out-of-state. Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Northampton, Montgomery or Philadelphia counties. If no eligible candidates who live within these counties apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.


About the Department of Banking and Securities:

The Department of Banking and Securities (DoBS) is regarded as an innovative, forward thinking financial regulatory agency. Our mission is to regulate non-depository financial services and work to ensure consumers and business are well informed about the marketplace. Our leadership and staff understand the complexities of the evolving global financial services industry. We recognize the need for participants to operate with the utmost integrity and responsibility. Through our work, we want Pennsylvania to be the desired destination for financial services, where consumers and businesses are confident in the integrity and transparency of our marketplace.

We invite you to view our organizational structure at:

DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Serve as an assistant examiner or an examiner in charge for compliance reviews of Pennsylvania licensed non-depository entities. Examinations are necessary to ensure compliance with established laws, rules and regulations to protect Pennsylvania consumers. During the examination, you would perform a variety of tasks such as reviewing loan files, financial statements, policies and procedures, and identifying and documenting violations on the report of examination. You would also participate in presenting examination findings to the licensee's management team. In addition to your role in the examination, you would also attend state and federal exam training programs designed to further develop your skills and examination techniques.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Our ideal candidate will be highly organized and self-motivated with a strong work ethic. In addition, the candidate must exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to understand and apply laws, rules and regulations. We appreciate a good balance of independence and teamwork as both are required to successfully complete each examination efficiently.

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
• Travel
• Paid holidays
• Parking
• On-the-job training
• Professional development

Learn more about the Department of Banking and Securities career opportunities at:
https://www.dobs.pa.gov

Join the Department of Banking and Securities and experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying the professional career growth and numerous promotional opportunities that state government provides.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
  • Full-time employment.
  • Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • A bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by nine credits in accounting, finance, economics, or a closely related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes nine college credits in accounting, finance, economics, or a closely related field.
Necessary Special Requirement:
  • Must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of conditional offer of employment.
Other Requirements:
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • Hiring preference for this vacancy will be given to candidates who live within Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Northampton, Montgomery or Philadelphia counties. If no eligible candidates who live within these counties apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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: 
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/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.