The employee will serve as a Senior Financial Technology and Innovation Specialist in the Office of Financial Technology (OFT), Division of Conservatorship Oversight & Readiness (DCOR). In this role, the incumbent will identify, analyze, and report on mortgage-related innovations, general trends, and emerging risks in the use of financial technology.

Duties

Position Overview The Senior Financial Technology and Innovation Specialist supports the Agency's efforts to understand technology-driven developments in housing finance and the associated risks, and to facilitate the development of responsible innovation in FHFA's regulated entities, which include Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises) and the Federal Home Loan Bank System. In this position, the employee will engage in external outreach with market participants, including industry firms, non-profits, trade associations, consumer advocacy organizations and academia to support responsible innovation in mortgage finance and on ongoing dialogue on opportunities and barriers to innovation in the mortgage ecosystem. Major Duties & Responsibilities The Senior Financial Technology and Innovation Specialist duties listed below are at the EL-14 grade level: In coordination with applicable FHFA offices and consistent with established delegations of authority and agency protocols, perform research and analysis to support the formulation and development of agency policies and procedures regarding Fintech and equitable and affordable housing finance mechanisms. Review and monitor key Fintech and emerging technology activities across both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Identify key Fintech issues and emerging trends in Fintech across the single-family, multifamily, and retained portfolio segments. Analyze significant issues and emerging risks in credit, counterparty, operational, model and market risk related to adoption and use of Fintech. These issues may vary across a wide spectrum and may be very technical. Review, assess, and analyze a myriad of Fintech related information; attend key Fintech meetings; and conduct research and reviews. Update and prepare timely and accurate reports for senior agency executives. Collaborate with key internal stakeholders in sharing information and in developing work products that may include analysis memos, presentations, and reports. Lead analysis, presentations, and related FHFA work products, including Fintech-related thought leadership and high-quality presentations to senior FHFA leadership. Research emerging issues to develop and track key indicators and related metrics. Prepare final reports and support and/or lead discussions within the Agency and/or key external stakeholders. Lead and attend internal and external Fintech related meetings. Represent FHFA in evaluating and communicating Fintech and related issues within Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and other external entities as needed. Lead other special assignments that may be highly technical, complex, and with topics across a broad range of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac usage and adoption of Fintech and emerging technologies. These issues may be urgent and/or of a sensitive nature. Provide advice and analysis to senior FHFA executives across a wide range of risk issues within Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles) and those eligible for other hiring authorities.
• SF 50's are required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one showing your tenure and competitive status. You must provide an SF-50 that indicates your competitive eligibility. You will not be considered without this.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• FHFA participates in e-Verify. All New hires must complete the I-9 Employment Verification form either on or before their first day of employment. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) Local 343.
• This is NOT a remote position; you MUST live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the duty location.
• If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
• This position may be required to complete a financial disclosure report. All EL-15 and Executives (LL) are required to complete an annual financial disclosure report.

Qualifications

You may qualify for your desired series and grade level if you meet the following qualification requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualification EL-14: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as described below. Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-14 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-13 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the statements described below. Examples of specialized experience include: Working with new and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence/machine learning, robotic process automation, use of alternative data, blockchain and distributed ledger, and digital assets, and how those technologies impact mortgage processes and the Government Sponsored Entities (GSEs). Planning, developing, and carrying out broad and extensive analytical assignments or policy initiatives in support of an agency or organization. Applying mastery of a wide range of concepts, principles, practices, and procedures in the Fintech and Innovation field to difficult and complex work assignments. Working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with high personal accountability and to foster collaboration among staff in different offices and divisions and at different levels in order to fulfill the objectives of an agency or organization. Communicating and presenting complex and substantive issues in a clear, convincing, and effective manner both orally and in writing, with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Time-In-Grade: Current or former Federal government employees who have held an EL/GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time-in-grade requirement. To be eligible for the EL-14 position, applicants must have served 52 weeks as an EL/GS-13 or higher in the Federal Service. 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY 400 7th Street, SW Washington, DC 20219 US
• Name: Ryan Stanger
• Email: [email protected]