Capital Markets Examiner Specialist

Capital Markets Examiner Specialist (Open)

Hiring Agency:
Banking and Finance - Agency 19,

Location:

Kearney, NE. Salary: $43,270.

• Assess a financial institution's financial and risk positions related to earnings, investment portfolio strategies, liquidity, and interest rate risk.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to financial institution examiners on matters related to capital markets areas, including identifying areas of increased risk, updates to examination procedures, workpaper documentation standards, and preparation of exit comments and reports of examination.
• Assess the effectiveness of financial institutions' asset/liability management function.
• Analyze financial institutions' ability to accurately conduct risk analysis, stress testing, and model validation.
• Lead specialty areas of examinations related to capital markets reviews and represent NDBF as a subject matter expert when working with federal regulators and industry professionals.
• Evaluate larger and/or more complex financial institutions to provide expertise in areas related to capital markets issues, stressed liquidity positions, and increased risk profiles.
• Provide assessment and expertise, in verbal and written communications, regarding recent actions involving financial markets and how status changes and developments can affect financial institutions (e.g., Federal actions, yield curve, interest rates, domestic and global economic growth, asset classes and risk profiles).
• Provide assistance in reviewing financial institutions’ periodic progress reports and informal or formal action responses in areas related to capital markets, as requested by Review Examiners and/or federal agencies.
• Maintain monitoring reports as it relates to liquidity, interest rate risk, and the investment portfolio.
• Represent NDBF in speaking engagements regarding capital markets related matters, as needed.
• Complete all other duties as assigned and necessary to support the NDBF vision and mission.

• Minimum of 3 years of regulatory experience within the last 10 years, including experience as Examiner-in-Charge of safety and soundness examinations of depository financial institutions.
• Bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited university in business, finance, accounting, fintech, or economics; minimum of six semester hours in accounting.
• Relevant professional certifications and ongoing continuing education as required.
• Sound knowledge of general banking operations and examination principles.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, monitor financial trends, and present findings clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn examination and database software.
• Willingness to learn new processes, adapt to change quickly, and work with limited supervision.
• Integrity, leadership, personal accountability, and ethical conduct.
• Option to obtain the CSBS Certified Capital Markets Examiner designation.
• Minimum of 40 hours per week, with day and overnight travel required; valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance or transportation arrangements.
• Successful criminal background check and motor‑vehicle records check; regular and reliable attendance required.

• 13 paid holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave accruing immediately.
• Military leave.
• 156% state‑matched retirement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• 79% employer‑paid health insurance plans.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Employer‑paid $20,000 life insurance policy.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Career advancement opportunities as the largest and most diverse employer in the state.
• Training and development based on career aspirations.
• Team-oriented work environment and safety.
• Paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities.

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