Supervisory National Bank Examiner (Examiner-in-Charge), NB-0570-VII

Summary

As a Supervisory National Bank Examiner (Examiner-in-Charge), you will plan, organize, implement, and direct supervisory activities within Large and Global Financial Institutions (LGFI) and the assigned financial institution.

These positions are located in LGFI:

- New York, NY (BNY Mellon)

- San Francisco, CA (Blackrock)

Duties

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As a Supervisory National Bank Examiner (Examiner-in-Charge), you will:

• Serve as the Examiner-in-Charge for a designated Tier 3 financial institution within LGFI. Identify policy issues and systemic risks and present those issues and recommended solutions to peers, the Deputy Comptrollers for Large Bank Supervision, and other OCC senior supervision officials.
• Work with other large bank examiners-in-charge and the large bank Deputy Comptrollers (DCs) in overseeing the large bank supervision program, and to develop systems and
  programs that focus on achieving OCC's goals and priorities. Serve on task forces assigned the responsibility of conducting analyses, surveys, or investigations of major issues.
• Develop/implement supervisory strategies for the assigned financial institution which reflect
  changes in the economic and regulatory environment; issue common to the LGFI population, change within the institution, an assessment of the risks assumed by the institution, and regulatory response. Assess emerging businesses and risks, new products and services in the institution and the national banking system at large. Develop and implement innovative supervisory approaches to address new issues for the assigned
  company.
• Work with the DCs and other LGFI EICs to set goals for the LGFI program. Ensure understanding of OCC goals, initiatives, and programs by all employees. Provide day-to-day supervision of the bank through a team of examiners and support and provide OCC policy and program direction to staff.
• Oversee the quality of and approve reports of examination and other correspondence for the
  assigned LGFI banking company. Provide input to licensing and legal issues. Serve as the OCC's primary communication link with senior bank management, the board of directors, and its committees to discuss bank conditions, regulatory/policy, and environmental issues, and negotiate supervisory matters of complex and/or controversial nature.
• As an OCC spokesperson with financial institution executives, officials of Federal and State banking agencies, and banking industry and legislative leaders, discuss matters of mutual concern, provide industry perspective, and promote cooperation on shared regulatory concerns. Determine ways to increase OCC value, service, expertise, and skills.
• As a supervisor, provide administrative and technical direction necessary for accomplishing
  organizational goals and objectives. Lead, motivate, and develop a staff of employees. Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and review the work of staff. Communicate organizational
  goals and priorities. Structure examining teams based on developmental needs, current
  technical skills, technical demands, and scope of examinations. Assign supervision of departments or risk areas to appropriate personnel. Take personnel decisions regarding hiring, promotions, and adverse action, etc., as appropriate to delegated authority. Resolve
  complaints and grievances.
• Establish objectives and goals in support of the OCC strategic plan. Develop short- and long-term plans; establish priorities for the organization. Provide planning and resource management to ensure that activities of the organization support the OCC objectives
  and goals.

Requirements

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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).

• This is a 5-year rotational position. If selected, you will be required to sign a Rotational Agreement that details conditions.
• This position requires a National Bank Examiner (NBE) commission reflecting the incumbent is authorized to sign Reports of Examinations (ROEs) for national banks.
• 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 overnight or locally on an occasional basis.
• 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 the announcement:

You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-VI band level or GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience for this position include:

• Planning and leading bank supervisory activities; and
• Applying supervision by risk principles or monitoring systemic risks within a financial institution.

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Selective factor: You must also possess a National Bank Examiner (NBE) commission reflecting that you are authorized to sign Reports of Examinations (ROEs) for national banks.

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.
• Alternate Location: New York, NY and San Francisco, CA are the preferred locations; though, any U.S. location of the OCC will be considered under an alternative work location provided the location is cost effective, operationally efficient, and complies with the standards contained in the Alternative Location Arrangements PPM 3110-53. If in an alternate location, when traveling to New York, NY or San Francisco, CA, you will be expected to be on site no later than 1:30 pm on the first workday, departing no earlier than noon on the last workday and there should be no travel on Sunday unless there is a business need approved by your authorizing official in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and/or the OCC FTR Supplement.
• 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.
• Selectees from LGFI job postings may be assigned to any of the Large Financial Institutions within a Metropolitan work area and should expect work assignments in more than one institution within a Large Bank City: New York City Metro Area includes: Citibank, BNY Mellon, HSBC, JPMC, Morgan Stanley, MUFG, RBC and Wells Fargo as well as field staff assigned to International Banking Supervision and San Francisco includes: BlackRock or Wells Fargo.
• 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.
• 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.

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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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.