Supervisory Attorney Adviser (OCR)
Location: New York, New York
Description: Securities and Exchange Commission is at the momment seeking for Supervisory Attorney Adviser (OCR) right now, this occupation will be reside in New York. Further informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Do you want to perform challenging work in a collegial environment, while enjoying quality of life and a competitive compensation package? Invest in your career at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)!
The SEC's mission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation. The agency seeks high-caliber professionals who share the same values of integrity, fairness, accountability, resourcefulness, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.
This position is in the Office of Credit Ratings located in Washington, DC. or New York, NY
Salary Range - SK-15: New York $123,739- $193,759 per year.
Washington $117,568-$184,097 per year.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
This position is open to Internal SEC permanent employees - ONLY.
Please read all instructions to ensure that you are applying correctly.
The individual selected may be subject to a supervisory probation period.
This position is NOT in the bargaining unit.
Travel is required.
DUTIES:
The incumbent functions as an Exam Manager in the Office of Credit Ratings, which administers the rules of, and examines, monitors, and analyzes developments at credit rating agencies registered with the Commission as Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations (NRSROs) under Section 15E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Exchange Act"). The purpose of this position is to serve as a supervisor and to direct and plan inspections of market operations and surveillance programs of Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations (NRSROs).
- Coordinates the inspections and examinations of NRSROs. In addition, directs and/or performs special inspections as appropriate; short-term studies, surveys and inspections to detect trends or keep abreast of problem areas; and the recommendation and development of new methods, forms and procedures to protect public investors.
- Participates in ensuring regular contact with the NRSROs. Also, maintains a follow-up program to ensure that the NRSROs follow through on recommendations in inspection reports. Supervises an on-going annual program of on-site inspections intended to detect problems of the NRSROs and produces an annual public report.
- Leads and directs compliance examinations that are broad in scope, such as entities that are engaged in novel strategies or innovative practices. Reviews documents, schedules, working papers, and narrative materials. Conducts analysis, evaluates findings, and formulates conclusions about registrantÂ's degree of compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Prepares authoritative written reports including evaluative commentaries appropriate to the operations of the registrant being examined.
- Assists in developing the technical capability of lower grade examiners by participating with them in examinations and providing advice on methodology. Designs and implements in house training in the area of expertise, including developing and provided training materials.
- D evises examination techniques for uncovering problems and probing area that might be susceptible to abuses. Plans, organizes and carries through to completion analytical studies of a breadth and intensity requiring subject matter expertise and in-depth subject matter knowledge.
- Plans, directs, supervises and establishes policy for the formation of recommendations for Commission action concerning the results of inspections, studies and surveys of NRSROs. Coordinates activities closely with the other offices and Divisions of the Commission to assure that these policies are appropriately implemented.
- Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Supervises a professional staff comprised of attorneys, securities compliance examiners, and accountants and others in developing and allocating work assignments with the office; assumes responsibility for ascertaining that policy decisions and other determinations of the Commission pertaining to regulation of the NRSROs are adhered to by the staff. Reviews various regulatory programs to assure that the CommissionÂ's policies and objectives are pursued and achieved and assumes responsibility for the effective utilization of objectives. Reviews, approves, and generally advises with respect to the work of staff members in the office.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications .
All current Federal employees must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade (SK-13) by closing date of the announcement. Applicant is responsible for submitting with his/her application documentation that shows time-in-grade restrictions have been met. Failure to submit documentation may result in a determination that you do not meet this requirement and will not be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants must possess a degree a JD and be an active of the bar in good standing (any juridiction). In addition applicants must meet the qualification below.
Qualifying experience includes at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (SK-13) level which includes providing a thorough knowledge of accounting, auditing, examining, or investigating principles, techniques, and practices and/or demonstrated the ability to review and evaluate the procedures, practices, and records related to the financial management, structure, operations, and practices of credit rating agencies, broker-dealers, investment advisers, investment companies, or other related organizations. Specialized experience for this position is demonstrating mastery knowledge and skill to apply experimental theories and new developments to problems not susceptible to treatment by accepted methods within one or more of the following areas: credit ratings, credit rating agencies, or corporate, municipal, or structured debt finance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: We will review your application to ensure you meet the job requirements and assess your ability to perform this job. Your resume will be evaluated based on the listed KSAs in the occupational questionnaire for this announcement:
- KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF SEC SECURITIES RULES AND REGULATIONS
- KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF FINANCIAL MARKETS.
- KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF NRSROÂ's.
- KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF SEC EXAMINATION PROCESS
- ABILITY TO MANAGE TEAMS AND PROGRAMS
1. Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in your not being considered for this position.
2. To be eligible for Federal employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.
3. Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
4. This position has promotion potential to the SK-15 .
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
BASIS OF RATING: Once the announcement closes, your application will be automatically evaluated and rated by the system and a Human Resources Specialist . To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your application and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of this position. If, after the Human Resources Specialist reviews your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that the score you have received is not a true reflection of your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect the information you provided that support your abilities . Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
BENEFITS:
The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp .
OTHER INFORMATION:
The SEC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, send an email to DisabilityProgramOfficer@sec.gov. To request sign language interpreting services for interviews, send an email to SECInterpreter@sec.gov at least 5 business days before the date you will need this service. To contact the Disability Program Office by phone, call 202-551-4158.
TTY/ASCII users should use the toll free Federal Relay Service number: 1-800-877-8339 and provide the SEC number of the office or individual you are calling. For more information about using the Federal Relay Service see: http://fts.gsa.gov/frs/tollfree.htm .
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