Financial Institution Examiner
About the role
The South Dakota Division of Banking regulates the state’s banking, trust, and financial services industries to ensure citizens have confidence in their financial markets and services. We seek inquisitive individuals with analytical and communication skills to join our team of professional Bank, Trust Company, and Financial Services Examiners in Pierre or Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Responsibilities
- determine the financial condition of state-chartered or licensed companies;
- evaluate adequacy of company internal control procedures;
- determine compliance with state and federal statutes and rules;
- evaluate investment portfolios and decision-making to determine suitability;
- review and evaluate the oversight and governance structure of companies;
- make recommendations on findings;
- investigate consumer complaints related to supervised companies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
- Knowledge Of accounting and auditing principles and procedures;
- the organization of companies;
- financial and fiduciary work environments;
- state and federal statutes and regulations;
- consumer protection statutes and regulations;
- Microsoft Office products and management information systems.
- Effective communication skills;
- Ability to gather, interpret, report, and use financial information;
- Understanding and interpretation of state and federal statutes and regulations;
- Time management and task prioritization skills.
Qualifications
- Professional experience leading to mastery of the above knowledge and abilities.
Skills
- Communicate concisely and effectively with co-workers, financial institution personnel, and examiners from other agencies;
- Understand and interpret state and federal statutes and regulations;
- Manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.
Benefits
- Health Insurance ($0 employee-only premium option)
- Well-Being Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employees)
- Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System
- Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
- Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
- Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
- Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Semimonthly Pay Periods
Pay
$27.86 - $29.25/hr, depending on qualifications
Schedule
Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position
Additional Requirements
To be considered, please attach a letter of interest, resume, post-secondary transcripts, and a writing sample. This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=476. You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus "An Equal Opportunity Employer"