Financial Inst Asst Examiner; Examiner

Working Title: Examiner

Job Class: Financial Institutions Assistant Examiner

Agency: Commerce Department

• Job ID : 96969

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/23/2026

• Closing Date : 10/06/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE

• Division/Unit : FE Mortgage Exams

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 20% of the time

• Salary Range: $27.83 - $40.63 / hourly; $58,109 - $84,835 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the state of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.

Internal candidates should contact Human Resources with questions.

This position exists to provide assistance in the examination of financial institutions in order to discover and/or prevent violations of Minnesota statutes and regulations; to determine if the institution is operating according to accepted industry practices; and to report on the safety and soundness of the institution.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in audit, risk, or compliance within the financial services industry. Experience in the financial services industry includes roles within or overseeing banks and credit unions.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Must live within the Twin Cities Metro Area.

• Experience analyzing and evaluating data and preparing reports for review.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with mortgage, title, appraisal, other related mortgage industry experience, or other non-depository financial institutions.

• Knowledge of practices and internal controls of Mortgage Originator and Servicer Institutions or other non-depository financial institutions.

• Knowledge of State and Federal statutes and rules applicable to mortgage licensees or other non-depository financial institutions.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.