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Duties

The mission of EXAMS is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy. The results of the Division's examinations are used by the SEC to inform rule-making initiatives, identify and monitor risks, improve industry practices and pursue misconduct. If selected, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for supporting EXAMS' mission to conduct and coordinate the nationwide examination program for broker dealer entities or investment advisors/investment companies over which the Commission has regulatory authority. As a Risk Strategist, you will be responsible for: Providing expert advice and assistance to senior managers and teams as to the planning, conducting, and defining the scope examinations in the form of clear summaries and both verbal and written presentations; Applying extensive knowledge of the broker dealer or investment advisory/investment company industry or securities compliance examinations in the conduct of risk analysis of entities being (or potentially being) examined by the agency; monitor risks by utilizing information from a wide range of tools and methods including expansive databases, models, and industry publications and experts; and analyze and evaluate data, identifying trends, concerns, emerging risks to suggest focus areas for agency priorities, initiatives and examinations; Maintaining a strong awareness of regulatory changes and evolving industry standards to ensure examination strategies remain current; As an expert resource working with senior management and staff, assisting with developing and refining the examination plans in response to emerging market intelligence and changes in the population of registrants; conduct surveillance activities on the broker dealer or investment advisor/investment company population; establish risk-based selection methodologies for identification of exam candidates; identify factors for selection of entities for risk-based examinations; analyze and evaluate tips and complaints; and monitor program for alignment with priorities and progress toward goals; Planning, organizing, and carrying through to completion analytical studies and special projects of a breath and intensity requiring subject matter expertise and in-depth knowledge of the assigned area as well as an awareness of the most recent and novel trends in the industry; Collaborating with other risk strategists to provide analysis and input on internal risk assessment policies and procedures and make suggestions for enhancements to promote consistency, policy effectiveness and improve operational efficiencies; Identifying, analyzing, and communicating intelligence on unique and novel issues to exam staff and senior management; and Contributing to training efforts by assisting with internal trainings to broaden staff expertise. Vacancies are in the following EXAMS programs and duty locations: BDX: Atlanta, Boston, DC, Miami and Philadelphia IA/IC: Denver and Miami

Qualifications

Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the GS/SK-14 level. Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully, as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT:SK-16: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level. Specialized experience includes: Analyzing data and information to identify emerging risks related to broker-dealers, clearing agencies, transfer agents, municipal advisers, investment advisers, investment companies, security-based swap dealers, private funds or self-regulatory organizations; AND Providing briefings to senior management.; AND Developing recommendations and/or reports of findings to address and resolve issues related to broker-dealers, clearing agencies, transfer agents, municipal advisers, investment advisers, investment companies, security-based swap dealers, private funds or self-regulatory organizations. ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD COMPETENCIES: Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies. See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information: Analysis and Risk Assessment: Analyzes information to assess an entity's level of risk for deficiencies in various focus areas. Critical Thinking: Considers a variety of factors, general and subject matter-specific, when making decisions and determining next steps in a case. Information Gathering: Ability to gather and process large amounts of information and make connections to understand possible deficiencies. Managing Information (core): Ability to ensure that programs strategically utilize and share information, with some guidance.

Other Information

Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement and may be filled from any division or office within the agency. SEC COMPENSATION PROGRAM: Total salary (base pay + locality) is dependent upon duty location. The overall salary range listed above is provided for informational purposes; a selectee's initial pay will be established below the maximum rate of the range. The pay for current SEC employees will be determined according to the procedures specified in the agency's policy. Please visit the agency's Compensation Overview page for more information. Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, click here. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not I/CTAP eligible. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; the questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility (2) be rated well-qualified; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. View information about I/CTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. LAND MANAGEMENT WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY ACT (LMWFA): The LMWFA provides current or former temporary or term employees of federal land management agencies opportunity to compete for permanent competitive service positions. Individuals must have more than 24 months of service without a break between appointments of two or more years. Service must be in the competitive service and have been at a successful level of performance or better. For more information, click here. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact [email protected]. For religious-based accommodations, please contact [email protected] . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: For more information, please click here. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].