Supervisory Examiner (Information Technology), CM-0570-00 (Atlanta Region)

Summary

There is one position located in the Division of Risk Management Supervision (RMS), Atlanta Region of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in one of the Field Offices, as follows: Hoover, AL Montgomery, AL Deerfield Beach, FL Tampa, FL Albany, GA Atlanta, GA Charlotte, NC Raleigh, NC Columbia, SC Glen Allen, VA Hurricane, WV Salary reflects a pay cap for this position of $277,500.

Duties

Under the supervision of the Assistant Regional Director, performs activities related to the review, analysis and processing of reports of examination, including those of technology service providers, investigations, and other duties of an administrative nature involving their caseload. This would include, among other things, the preparation of a summary of findings, memoranda, and recommendations for the Regional Director, as well as miscellaneous correspondence directed to the Washington Office, State Banking Departments/ Divisions, other Federal regulatory agencies and financial institutions or holding companies. Assists in the direction of financial institution supervision and Information Technology (IT) examination functions, with a view toward assessing risk, as well as strengthening and improving the condition of the institutions delegated to the Field Territory or Region. Supervises and participates on IT examinations of insured depository institutions and regional technology service providers, including examinations of insured depository institutions that are large, complex, and/or exhibit problem characteristics. Provides technical advice, counsel, guidance and training to field IT examiners on policy, procedures, laws and regulations, examinations, or investigations involving banks in the region. Supports organizational change and encourages buy-in for new/revised policies, procedures, and initiatives and guides staff through the transition process. As circumstances dictate and/or as directed by the Assistant Regional Director, maintains contact and cooperative relationships with Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection (DCP) counterparts, as well as State and Federal Supervisory Agencies in the geographic locations encompassed in the region, for the purpose of coordinating examinations and supervisory activities. Meets with financial institution officials and/or boards of directors to discuss the findings of IT examinations. Encourages productive conversations to resolve disagreements and effectively respond to questions, complaints, and inquiries. Represents FDIC during banker/industry outreach events and other educational forums. Serves as part of the regional management team and, as a first line supervisor, is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the work of a team of IT Examiners. Responsible for: planning work to be accomplished, setting and adjusting short-term priorities and preparing schedules for completion of work, assigning work to subordinates based on priorities, the requirements of assignments, and the capabilities and developmental needs of employees; giving advice, counsel, or instructions to employees on both examination and administrative matters; and, hearing and resolving employee concerns. Makes recommendations on disciplinary matters. Hears and resolves disputes as appropriate. Implements the FDIC's Performance Management Program for assigned employees, including: (a) determining employee training/developmental needs, (b) assisting employees in preparing individual development plans, (c) monitoring employee progress in meeting developmental goals, (d) evaluating employee performance and related behaviors, seeks to secure correction of deficiencies noted, and (e) providing employees with ongoing feedback on their performance. Holds briefings and otherwise coordinates individual and office activities. Requirements

2-page Resume Requirement: Please limit your résumé to 2 pages (minimum 10-point font). If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Employment Conditions Moderate Risk - Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) required. Employee may be relocated to any duty location to meet management needs. Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualifications, applicants must possess the following leadership and technical experiences. These qualifications would typically be gained through serving in roles that require managing projects/teams or guiding the technical work of others. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious/spiritual; community; student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit a resume that addresses each minimum qualification experience. Examples should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action-oriented words to describe your experience and accomplishments and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised). Leadership Experience: Experience in either the federal or state government or the private sector, leading and coordinating projects, including establishing expectations, reviewing work products/services, monitoring progress, and providing guidance and feedback to team members; AND Technical Experience: Experience in either the federal or state government or private sector, assessing Information Technology (IT) systems, data centers, services and processes used by insured deposit institutions and their service providers. Selective Placement Factor: Candidates must be a Commissioned Risk Examiner in the FDIC or another organization with comparable commissioning criteria used by the FDIC's Division of Risk Management Supervision.

Education

There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position. How You Will Be Evaluated

1. Your resume will be reviewed, to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements outlined in this announcement. Therefore, it is imperative that your resume contains sufficiently detailed information upon which to make the qualification determination. 2. If you are found minimally qualified, a Management Screening Panel (MSP) will review your resume against pre-established benchmarks related to the competencies/Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), to determine if you possess the competencies/KSAs and key experiences. 3. Top ranked candidates will be invited to participate in one or more structured panel interviews to further assess technical competencies, confirm organizational fit, and commitment to American ideals. The competencies/KSAs you will be assessed on are listed below. Advising Direction Setting External Awareness Managing Risk Bank Supervision - Technical knowledge regarding the examination and supervision of banks, including policies, procedures, guidance, laws, and regulations. Maintains an understanding of the banking business, including innovation and nascent risks. Administrative Policies and Procedures - Identifies, understands, and applies relevant administrative procedures and processes when performing administrative functions in support of the organization. Knowledge of banking theory and practice, banking and commercial law, economics, business administration, and accounting. Knowledge of economics and finance, including principles, research methods, and statistical techniques. Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) systems, data centers, services and processes used by insured deposit institutions and their service providers. Your resume will serve as responses to the competencies/KSAs. Only include experience directly relevant to the position. Experience must be explicitly stated in the resume as experience not specifically described in the resume cannot be assumed. Resumes that are vague or don't address specific requirements will not receive maximum consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy. Benefits

In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors. To find out more, click here. Other Information

To read about your rights and responsibilities as an applicant for Federal employment, click here. If selected, you may be required to serve a probationary or trial period as applicable to appointment type. You will be evaluated for fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, you may be required to serve a supervisory/managerial probationary period. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill identical vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. This position is a Corporate Manager, CM-00, which is equivalent to above the CG/GS-15. This is a recommended minimum Step 1 position. The range of pay shown includes base pay plus supplemental locality adjustments. The locality rates for these duty locations range from a low of 17.06% to a high of 24.67%. Pay will vary by grade level and the locality rate for the geographic location where the selectee is located. For more on FDIC locality rates, click here. Financial Institution Examiners must maintain the highest personal ethical standards as provided in Part 336 of the FDIC's Rules and Regulations, (Employee Responsibilities and Conduct). Financial Institution Examiners must comply with Section 3201.102 of Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for FDIC Employees (5 CFR Part 3201), which, in part, prohibits them and their immediate families from accepting certain credit from State nonmember banks. All Financial Institution Examiners are prohibited from the following: 1. Obtaining a loan or a line of credit from any insured state nonmember bank or its subsidiaries. Any extensions of credit held by the Examiner, the Examiner's spouse, or any dependent children are direct or indirect extensions of credit to the Examiner. Exceptions: a. Loans for a primary residence are permissible. The Examiner must not participate in any examination of that institution with which he holds the primary residence loan, and a "cooling off" period is required before negotiating a loan for a primary residence from any institution the Examiner has examined. b. No restrictions on obtaining credit cards issued under the same terms and conditions available to the public from an insured state nonmember bank either within or outside of their field office of assignment. 2. Participating in any examination, or other matter, involving an insured depository institution or any person with whom the Examiner has an outstanding loan or line of credit. 3. Performing any service for compensation with any bank, or for any officer, director, or employee thereof, or for any person connected therewith. 4. Disclosing any confidential information from a bank examination report except as authorized by law. 5. Soliciting or accepting any gift from a prohibited source or because of the Examiner's official position.