Examiner

The Iowa Division of Banking is seeking candidates for a Bank Examiner position assigned to the Division’s Region 2 (northeast Iowa.) The IDOB strives to be an employer of choice by supporting work-life balance, providing the training and development necessary to maintain high standards, and supporting diversity. We employ a collaborative style and seek open communication with staff and between the IDOB and the entities we regulate. In addition, the Division is committed to utilizing technology to promote examination efficiencies and facilitate teleworking. Applicants need to be team oriented with strong analytical and communication skills.

The Iowa Division of Banking is a state agency charged with the supervision and regulation of state-chartered commercial in Iowa. The bank examiner position provides a great opportunity for an individual to participate in Safety & Soundness examinations designed to assess a financial institution’s overall financial condition and compliance with laws and regulations.

Qualifications Required: • A degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major field of study in , banking, business administration, commercial or banking law, , , business education, or another business related field; or at least two years of experience in auditing, accounting, banking, examining financial institutions or in an occupation which provides knowledge of accounting or auditing principles and practices. • A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher • Minimum of 6 hours of accounting • A valid driver’s license (travel required within assigned region)

The successful candidate(s) will conduct and direct examinations of state-chartered banks, their holding companies, subsidiaries, and affiliates. When not supervising/directing the examination, the employee assists in the examination of an institution and may be assigned the responsibility for supervising/directing the evaluation of a segment of the examination. Work assignments are performed under the direction and review of the Regional Manager, their designee, a designated examiner-in-charge (regardless of grade level), or the central office. Work products submitted will be technically correct and require no significant changes.

Requirements for the position and additional duties and responsibilities are outlined in the DAS description for Bank Examiner, which can be found at: https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/Ba nkExaminer-00406.pdf

Region 2 includes the following counties: Worth, Mitchell, Howard, Winneshiek, Allamakee, Cerro Gordo, Floyd, Chickasaw, Fayette, Clayton, Franklin, Butler, Bremer, Hardin, Grundy, Black Hawk, Buchanan, Delaware, Tama, Benton, and Linn. Candidates willing to live in the region are strongly preferred. (Click here to see map for a visual depiction of the regions.)

Salary commensurate with experience within State of Iowa pay grade 39(-09) (which begins at $54,704). The State of Iowa offers a competitive benefits package. Information regarding State of Iowa benefits may be found at https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/benefits/documents/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please send a cover letter, résumé, completed application form, and transcript to [email protected] by 4:30 p.m., October 30, 2020. Please include the phrase “Bank Examiner Position” in the email subject line. The IDOB’s employment application may be obtained here: http://www.idob.state.ia.us/bank/Docs/jobfair/app.pdf .

The Division reserves the right to accept applications after October 30, 2020, if the position has not been filled, but candidates should submit their application materials before the deadline to ensure their applications are considered.