The Office of Investment Advisers and Investment Companies (IA/IC) within the Division of Examinations is hiring a Supervisory Securities Compliance Examiner in New York, NY.

Duties

At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. The mission of the Division of Examinations is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy. The results of the Division's examinations are used by the SEC to inform rule-making initiatives, identify and monitor risks, improve industry practices and pursue misconduct. If selected, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for supporting EXAMS' mission to conduct and coordinate the nationwide examination program for entities over which the Commission has regulatory authority. As a Supervisory Securities Compliance Examiner, you will: Direct employees responsible for working and/or consulting with a variety of individuals conducting examinations; Operate or oversee inspections in regards to surveillance and or risk of IA/IC, BD and transfer agents; Serve as a member of an examination team in an audit or examination program of a federal, state or regulatory body in the securities or financial services industry; Assist in the planning for and conducting of examinations of investment companies/investments advisers, broker-dealers, transfer agents and/or operational surveillance and risk management; and Provide expert analysis and review of activities related to the federal securities law requirements completed by a clearing agency, an investment adviser, a broker-dealer or an investment company.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
• Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
• This position has promotion potential to the SK-15.
• SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year supervisory probationary period.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
• DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.
• PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
• This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.
• Typical Examiner Travel: Examination staff routinely travel to the offices of registered entities to conduct on-site inspections of facilities, to meet with and interview entity personnel, and to examine certain business records.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the GS/SK-13 level. 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 QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: SK-15: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level: Auditing, examining, or investigating principles, techniques, and practices that involve the review and evaluation of procedures, records and practices of registered broker-dealers; investment advisers; investment companies; transfer agents; private equity and hedge funds; and/or other registered entities; AND Preparing reports of findings; and/or leading teams of staff with varying backgrounds (e.g., legal, accounting, examining) and experience.

Contacts

• Address New York Regional Office 100 Pearl St Suite 20-100 New York, NY 10004 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]