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Financial Institution Examiner 9-12

Job Description
The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work as a Financial Institutions Examiner, where they will have the opportunity to build lifelong careers doing work that truly matters - protecting consumers and maintaining sound businesses in the areas of:
  • Auto Insurance
  • Property Insurance
  • Casualty Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Alternative Health and Finance Delivery Systems
Ideal candidates will have:
  • The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan and make a difference in an important economic sector that supports the financial needs of Michigan citizens and businesses.
  • The ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-tech environment while demonstrating sound professional judgment and decision-making.
  • A curious and analytical mind capable of analyzing financial performance, identifying and assessing risks, developing solutions, and supporting conclusions.
  • The ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively both orally and in writing.
  • The desire to work closely with colleagues and senior leaders to solve problems.
  • The ability to work well independently and within a team.
The ideal candidate will assess the regulated entities' compliance with state regulations and statutory accounting.

DIFS is looking for team members who have an interest in helping others, who want to learn and grow as professionals, and who want to enjoy all the exciting things that life in Michigan has to offer. Personnel in these positions routinely advance to higher pay, as well as become eligible for management opportunities. These positions provide competitive pay, retirement, health, vision and dental benefits.

Work Location: This is an in-person position based in Lansing, Michigan, with the possibility for a hybrid work schedule where you would work from home up to two days per week, following a training period and if approved.

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Please attach a cover letter, resume, and copy of official transcripts. Additionally, please provide a two-page business writing sample addressing some aspect of the importance of insurance in our society. Failure to attach the requested documents may result in your application being screened out.
 
Required Education and Experience
Education 
Possession of a bachelor's degree with a business major including completion of a business core curriculum consisting of one course each in finance, law, and management, one course in either marketing or economics, and 6 semester (9 term) credits in accounting.
 
Experience
 
Financial Institution Examiner 9
 No specific type or amount is required.
 
Financial Institution Examiner 10
 
One year of professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner 9.
 
Financial Institution Examiner 11
 
Two years of professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner, including one year equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner 10.
 
Financial Institution Examiner 12
 
Three years of professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner, including one year equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner P11.
Alternate Education and Experience
Financial Institution Examiner 9
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
 
AND
 
Two years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution or insurance industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions. 
 
Financial Institution Examiner 10
 
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
 
AND
 
One year of professional experience as a financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies;
 
OR
 
Three years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions. 
 
Financial Institution Examiner P11
 
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
 
AND
 
Two years of experience as a professional financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies;
 
OR
 
Four years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions.
 
Financial Institution Examiner 12
 
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
 
AND
 
Three years of experience as a professional financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies;
 
OR
 
Five years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions.
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