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Securities and Exchange Commission SUPERVISORY SECURITIES COMPLIANCE EXAMINER in Boston, Massachusetts
Summary The Division of Examinations is hiring a Supervisory Securities Compliance Examiner in the Boston Regional Office. Responsibilities 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 conducting securities compliance examinations, and participate in planning and 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/or other registered entities; Provide advice and technical support for examinations in areas related to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Securities Act of 1933, and other laws and regulations related to securities and the financial industry; Conduct interviews of registrant personnel, review examination-related documents, perform research and analysis, and develop recommendations related to findings or issues encountered; and supervise other examination staff performing these duties; Draft and edit precise and well-organized documents such as request lists, examination workpapers and memoranda, and correspondence regarding findings and conclusions; As required, work with senior staff to develop and respond to questions on processes, procedures, and policy; and Provide expert analysis and review of activities related to the federal securities law requirements applicable to broker-dealer, investment advisers, investment companies, municipal advisors, and transfer agents. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 clearing agencies; exchanges; 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. Education Additional Information Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, please visit http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/ IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be well-qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified when receiving an adjudicated score of 80 or higher. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation for disability to participate in the application process at the SEC, submit the form for Reasonable Accommodation for Participation in Job Application Process here. Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: Federal EEO laws protect all applicants from discrimination on the following bases: race, color, sex (not limited to conduct which is sexual in nature, includes pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender status), age (40 and over), religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, retaliation for participating in the EEO process or opposing discrimination. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against on any EEO basis can seek recourse through the SEC's administrative complaints process. To be timely, an individual must enter the EEO process within 45 days from when they know (or should have known) of the alleged discrimination. Click here for additional information.