Senior CFI Specialist, CG-1160-15

Summary

This position is located in the Division of Complex Institution Supervision and Resolution (CISR), of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and is responsible for reviewing risks related to large financial institutions, which include insured banks, bank holding companies, and other systemically important non-bank financial institutions in the CISR supervisory portfolio. The duty location is determined upon selection.

Duties

Serves as an onsite contact, and often as the FDIC's primary contact, for the largest, most complex, or high-risk financial institutions in the CISR supervisory portfolio. Develops, manages, and strengthens cooperative relationships. Leads in monitoring, analyzing, and assessing the most complex risks related to LCFIs, which include insured banks, bank holding companies, and other global systemically important banks (GSIBs), to evaluate the appropriateness of deposit insurance pricing and resolution considerations. Leads the development of an annual supervisory and resolution strategy document for the assigned financial institution incorporating back-up supervision areas and CISR resolution planning reviews. Analyzes and ensures the appropriateness of all large insured depository institution ratings under the Uniform Financial Institution Rating System, by independently identifying, compiling and organizing relevant data to analyze and draw sound conclusions related to complex LCFI work assignments. Provides clearly written and oral analyses for senior executives related to current and emerging risks and recommends corrective action where appropriate. Coordinates and communicates complex project assignments and expectations to participating team members; assists the Section Chief in developing and delivering training to enhance team proficiency and consistency. Mentors CFI Specialists and less seasoned staff as needed to ensure consistent application of risk assessment methodologies, while reviewing complex work prepared by peers and providing constructive recommendations to ensure accuracy, completeness and adherence to standards. Requirements

Registration with the Selective Service. U.S. Citizenship is required. Employment Conditions. Completion of Confidential Financial Disclosure may be required. Background Investigation (MBI) required Qualifications

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. Additional qualifications information can be found here. CG-15: To qualify, applicants must have completed at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the 14 grade level or above in the Federal service, analyzing financial risks and controls; developing written reports and communicating findings for financial institutions; experience must include work experience in three or more of following areas: credit risk, trading, foreign exposures, liquidity risk, interest rate risk, earnings performance issues, capital adequacy, and operational risk. Applicants must have met the qualification requirements (including selective placement factors – if any) for this position within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement. Applicants eligible for ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program) must achieve a score of 85 “well qualified” for this position. For more information, click here. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Please indicate how you meet the specialized experience under each applicable position. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications.

Education

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

Your resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications/eligibility requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications/eligibility, your experience, education, and training will be rated using accomplishment statements based on the competencies needed to perform the duties of the position. Occupational Experts (OEs) will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required competencies. OEs will review ONLY the first two (2) pages of your resume and written responses to the accomplishment statements. OEs will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume). The assessment includes a cut-off score based on the minimum level of required proficiency for the identified competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut-off score to receive consideration. You will not receive consideration for the position if you score below the cut-off score or fail to complete the assessments. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials may result in your removal from consideration. You will be assessed using the following competencies: Critical Thinking Interpersonal Relationships Written Communication Bank Supervision Project Management Safety and Soundness 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

Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill similar vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. To read about your rights and responsibilities as an applicant for Federal employment, click here. Salary reflects a pay cap for this position of $257,500. If selected, you may be required to serve a probationary or trial period as applicable to appointment type. During the probationary or trial period, 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. 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 40.07%. Pay will vary by grade level and the locality rate for the geographic location where the position is located. For more on FDIC locality rates, click here. You may select up to three locations as advertised in this vacancy announcement. You will be referred to the selecting official based on the locations selected, if among the best qualified.