The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Senior Deputy Superintendent for CPFED. This position will assist the Executive Deputy Superintendent for CPFED in the administration of the Division. The incumbent will work closely with the Executive Deputy and other CPFED staff to ensure effective development and implementation of agency strategy and operations of programs. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Serves as advisor to the Executive Deputy Superintendent for CPFED on strategic and operational matters;
• Assists in coordinating agency activities with internal and external parties;
• Assists in coordinating CPFED's operation and policy, including by advising the Executive Deputy Superintendent on various operation and policy issues;
• Assists in setting the strategic direction for CPFED and ensuring the incorporation of the Executive Deputy Superintendent's philosophy and vision;
• Recommends changes to respond to issues facing the agency or to enhance operational efficiency;
• Assists in the coordination of information flow between the Executive Deputy Superintendent and staff;
• Follows up with staff on issue resolution and implementation of decisions;
• Gathers information on various issues from staff and briefs the Executive Deputy Superintendent on such issues;
• Effectuates execution of agency initiatives;
• Liaises with various external groups on important issues and works cooperatively with them on matters of mutual interest;
• Oversees special projects to enable the Executive Deputy Superintendent to successfully carry out the mission of the agency;
• Identifies problems and proposes solutions to correct such problems;
• Drafts a variety of documents for the Executive Deputy Superintendent;
• Represents the Executive Deputy Superintendent at various events; and
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
• Admission to the New York State bar in good standing and at least 8 years of post-bar legal experience in the financial services industry.
Appointment Method:
This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Additional Comments Please note that a change in negotiating unit may affect your salary, insurance and other benefits.
Salary: $172,787 - $213,995 (salary commensurate with experience)
Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment.
Appointment Status: This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class.
Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment's Office and Division of Budget approval.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Nate Keiper
Telephone
Email Address
[email protected]
Address
Street One Commerce Plaza
Suite 301
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12257
Notes on Applying To Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than August 31, 2026 to the email address listed below. Please include Box# (Box SDS-CPFED-09159) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred.
Please be advised that the New York State Department of Financial Services does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.
Nate Keiper
Box SDS-CPFED-09159
New York State Department of Financial Services
Office of Human Resources Management
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Albany, NY 12257
Email:
[email protected]
Fax: (518) 402-5071
All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Employment with New York State qualifies an individual for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This program forgives the remaining balance on any Direct Student Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization. To learn more about the program and whether you would qualify, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service