FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS EXAMINER I - UMP
About The Position
Under direct supervision, for a period of six to twelve months, the Financial Institutions Examiner I receives classroom and on-the-job training in performing on-site examinations of pawnbroker regulation applications. The examinations assess financial condition, safety and soundness, and compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. The position also evaluates corporate fiduciaries’ management, operations, internal controls and auditing, earnings, compliance, and asset management. Extensive travel to assigned facilities is required. The role conducts select, less complex portions of examinations under the Pawnbroker Regulation Act and works with other examiners to gather and review information about pawnbroker functions and operations. It assists higher-level examiners with evaluating compliance, communicating examination findings, interviewing applicants’ officers, directors, and employees, and maintaining regular contact with applicants during reviews. The position is a union position and is included in the Upward Mobility Program.
Requirements
- Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, or possession of a Certified Public Accountant rating.
- Completion of the approved agency training program, or one year of professional experience involving examinations of financial institutions or equivalent professional experience within a financial institution.
- Ability to pass an agency-conducted background check.
- Ability to travel frequently and extensively, both in and out of state.
- Possession of a valid, appropriate driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel.
- File annual and supplemental Statements of Economic Interest as required.
Nice To Haves
- At least three years of experience working in a bank or financial institution.
- At least three years of experience working in a pawn brokerage or similar environment.
- At least two years of auditing experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct select, less complex portions of examinations under the Pawnbroker Regulation Act, including examinations of covered service providers.
- Gather and review information with other examiners to determine whether pawnbroker functions and operations comply with Pawnbroker Act guidelines.
- Assist higher-level examiners in evaluating compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, as well as internal routines and controls, using the uniform interagency trust rating system and department procedures as guidelines.
- Assist higher-level examiners in communicating professionally and tactfully with, and interviewing, officers, directors, and employees of pawnbroker applicants; assist in presenting examination findings.
- Assist higher-level examiners in maintaining daily oral and written contact with applicants regarding day-to-day reviews.
- Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position.
Benefits
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension plan
- Retirement awards that include free health insurance during retirement for eligible employees
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays (12–14 days annually)
- Three paid personal business days annually
- 12 paid sick days annually, with sick days carrying over year to year
- 10–25 days of paid vacation annually (10 days in the first year of employment)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
