Job Details

Working Title: Examiner
Job Class: Financial Institutions Examiner
Agency: Commerce Department

• Job ID: 96691
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/01/2026
• Closing Date: 09/14/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE
• Division/Unit: FE Banking Metro
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 15% of the time
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Job Summary

The Financial Institutions Examiner conducts on-site examinations of banks and other financial institutions to assess the safety, soundness, and regulatory compliance. The position analyzes financial condition, identifies risks, prepares examination reports, and serves as Examiner in Charge on less complex financial institutions.

This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacancies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in financial analysis, auditing, risk management, banking, or financial institution examination/supervision within the financial services industry. Experience in the financial services industry includes roles within or overseeing banks or credit unions.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Experience leading, assigning, scheduling, and directing the work activities of others.
• Experience writing and presenting findings, with a strong ability to prepare clear, concise, and well-structured reports.
• Experience analyzing the financial condition and risk profile of financial institutions, including capital, asset quality, management, earnings, liquidity, and sensitivity to market risk.
• Knowledge of statues, rules, regulations and interpretive rulings pertaining to financial institutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as an Examiner in Charge or leading financial institution examinations, audits, or similar reviews.
• Experience evaluating asset quality and credit risk, including reviewing and classifying loans.
• Experience conducting safety and soundness examinations of financial institutions.
• Experience applying state and federal banking laws and regulations in a financial institution examination, audit, compliance, or regulatory environment.
• Experience preparing examination or similar reports and presenting findings and recommendations to financial institution management and/or Boards of Directors.
• Experience providing training, technical guidance, or work direction to other examiners or professional staff.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers' license prior to appointment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 651-539-1506 .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at [email protected] .

About Commerce Department

Commerce protects the public interest through a broad range of regulations and programs. We oversee more than 40 industry areas in Minnesota and license about 250,00 professionals and businesses to ensure that their services and products are fair, accessible and comply with state laws.

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement < Remove this bullet if this position is not eligible for tuition reimbursement >
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.