Job opening: SUPERVISORY ATTORNEY-ADVISER
Salary: $145 639 - 251 384 per year
Published at: Nov 12 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
The Division of Examinations - Atlanta Regional Office is filling one position for a Supervisory Attorney-Adviser, SK-0905-15 in Atlanta, GA.
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 Attorney-Adviser, 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 management of broker-dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, transfer agents and clearing agencies;
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 broker-dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, transfer agents and clearing agencies; and
Provide expert analysis and review of activities related to the federal securities law requirements applicable to self-regulatory organizations, broker-dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, transfer agents and clearing agencies.
Requirements
- CITIZENSHIP: You must be a US Citizen.
- You must possess a J.D. or LL.B Degree and You must be an active member of the bar in good standing.
- This position is open to current permanent EXAMS employees ONLY.
- 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.
- Consistent with 5 U.S.C. § 7511, you will be required to serve a two-year trial period (one year for preference eligible veterans) if the position to which you have applied is not the same or similar to your current position of record.
- 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.
- SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year supervisory probationary period
- 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.
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. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following
J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND--
Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement.
SK-15: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level. Specialized experience includes:
Providing legal advice on federal securities laws and compliance issues as they relate to securities-related financial institutions, such as investment advisers, investment companies, broker-dealers, clearing agencies, or transfer agents; AND
Preparing reports of findings and/or conclusions; AND/OR
Leading teams of staff with varying backgrounds (e.g., legal, accounting, examining) and experience.
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Contacts
- Address Atlanta Regional Office
950 East Paces Ferry Road, N.E.
Suite 900
Atlanta, GA 30326
US
- Name: ask HR
- Email: [email protected]
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