Director (Chartering), NB-0570-VII

Summary

As a Director (Chartering) in Chartering, Organization and Structure (CO&S), you will direct the processing of complex, policy-sensitive bank applications. You will serve as an expert advisor to senior management on legal, safety, and soundness issues while managing risks within the industry. This role requires leading staff, coordinating with Supervision and Legal teams, and guiding policy to ensure mission-critical goals are met.

Duties

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As a Supervisory National Bank Examiner/Bank Examiner, you will:

• Serve as a technical advisor to OCC senior management and staff on significant applications and issues, and emerging trends. Stay abreast of industry products, practices and trends and improve upon own skills, knowledge, etc., to maintain expert designation.
• Provide input and expertise on policy matters to influence and inform significant executive level actions affecting CO&S. Provide expert advice and guidance on CO&S policy and complex applications to OCC senior management, examiners, lawyers, and the industry.
• Oversee and direct the processing and analysis of routine, complex, novel or policy-sensitive applications; decide applications and exceptions to Part 5; and recommend final disposition of complex applications to senior OCC management.
• Represent OCC at meetings with applicants, the public, bankers, other regulators, etc., to advise on CO&S issues and matters. Explain and interpret OCC decisions to bank officials, bank counsel, other professionals, the press, the public and other OCC staff.
• Coordinate work with specialists within the OCC or with outside experts; provide advice and consultation on legislative and regulatory initiatives to improve the effectiveness of CO&S' policies and procedures; and provide input for testimony and speeches.
• Supervise assigned staff and direct the resources necessary to carry out programs and functions. Lead, motivate, and develop employees. Monitor the progress of assignments and evaluates training and developmental needs. Assess, evaluate, and provide input to performance evaluations. Recommend personnel decisions regarding hiring, promotions, adverse action, etc.
• Develop objectives, plans, resource strategies, and goals in support of the OCC's strategic plan. Develop and influence short and long-term plans and strategies related to CO&S.
• Ensure the integrity of the CO&S information system and other management information systems by directing and monitoring data input, reviewing/evaluating management reports, and ensuring the integrity of report data and timely submissions.

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Conditions of employment

This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

1. Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back,
2. FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and
3. SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).Complete a one-year trial period (unless already completed).

• Complete a background investigation (unless already completed).
• Sign a statement that you are voluntarily leaving the competitive service for a position in the excepted service, if applicable.
• Travel occasionally to attend conferences and/or training.
• Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
• File an Executive Branch Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450) and an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.
• Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.
• Click here for important information about OCC ethics standards, such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement:

You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-VI band level.

Examples of specialized experience for this position includes:

• Leading staff or projects involving the corporate structure or licensing of financial institutions, such as evaluating new charters, mergers, acquisitions or other structural reorganizations; AND
• Serving as an advisor to senior management on regulatory matters related to financial institutions, such as the development or interpretation of regulatory frameworks or compliance with laws and regulations.

Highly Desirable: Experience evaluating, implementing, or overseeing digital assets (e.g., blockchain or cryptocurrency), payments modernization, open banking, or banking-as-a-service initiatives within a banking or financial regulatory environment.

The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or through volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

To receive any credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate the number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education

Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.

Additional information

• One or more positions may be filled in any of the locations specified above. Selections for duty locations posted will be made based on management needs. All locations may not be filled.
• Applicants may apply under OCC's Alternative Location Arrangement and will be subject to the provisions of the Alternative Location Arrangements PPM 3110-53.
• If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances, please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.
• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
• The candidate selected for this position may be credited with directly-related non-Federal experience for annual leave purposes if eligible and considered appropriate.
• Salary range does not include geographical pay.
• For specific information on geographic pay differentials, click here.
• Total pay cannot exceed applicable pay cap, which is $311,400 for 2026.
• Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions.
• Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
• Click "Print" to review the entire announcement before applying.
• The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, FairChanceAct@treasury.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.
• Optional Essay Questions: Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions (200 words max each) to help us better understand your alignment with the agency's mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicant's eligibility.
• All newly appointed employees to the excepted service are subject to a trial period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the trial period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the trial period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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