Summary
This position is located in the Division of Resolutions and Receiverships (DRR) and is responsible for engage in planning and implementing financial institution technical and operational closing and post-closing resolution strategies, as well as data mining projects or other technical projects to facilitate effective receivership and divisional operations. Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill identical vacancies that arise later.
Responsibilities
Serves as a specialist in the bank resolution process, performing the role of Information Technology (IT) Manager for smaller less complex institutions in various stages of the resolution process. Leads the pre-closing due diligence review at assigned failing financial institutions developing an in-depth knowledge of the enterprise architecture, network infrastructure, operating system and application security, applications software, electronic banking, backroom operations, website or web portal for large financial institutions that involves privacy, access, and authentication issues; e.g., access to customer financial institution files, personnel records, and etc. Prepares a strategic resolution plan for managing and controlling system security, data processing, item processing and other system applications including the transactional web portal, web pages and e-banking. Develops and maintains technical and analytical program and administrative reference materials, project files, and relevant background documents. Oversees the work of contractors and ensures that proper controls are in place, that contracting rules and procedures are followed, that task order objectives are met, and that the use of Corporate/Receivership funds is in accordance with established procedures.
Qualifications
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. Additional qualifications information can be found here. To qualify, applicants must have completed at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CG/GS-12 grade level or above in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience applying principles and methods to identify, analyze, and manage functional data and data infrastructure requirements; includes translating data requirements into technical requirements used for logical design or presenting alternative technologies or approaches. In addition to meeting the specialized experience, your resume must also demonstrate the following IT-related competencies: • Attention to Detail - Understands the importance of thoroughness and accuracy in work; ensures work products are complete, error-free, and precise; uses quality assurance techniques to identify mistakes, inconsistencies, or incomplete information. • Interpersonal Relationships - Understands and applies techniques for developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with others; treats others with courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, politeness, and respect; collaborates across boundaries to achieve common goals/build networks; relates to others with varied backgrounds in different situations. • Oral/Non-Written Communication- Understands and applies techniques to express information to individuals or groups effectively; tailors message to audience; attends to nonverbal cues and listens effectively; clarifies information as needed; makes clear and organized presentations. • Critical Thinking - Understands and applies techniques to assimilate and evaluate information; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; analyzes solutions against relevant criteria and standards; identifies assumptions, implications, and consequences; chooses or recommends solutions or courses of action. Applicants eligible for ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program) must achieve a score of 80 or higher in the online assessment to be determined “well qualified” for this position. For more information, click here. For each position on your resume, include: Employer Name Job Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Hours per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Please indicate how you meet the specialized experience under each applicable position. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications.
Requirements
Registration with the Selective Service. U.S. Citizenship is required. Employment Conditions. Completion of Confidential Financial Disclosure may be required. Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) required.
Education
There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position.
Benefits
In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors. To find out more, click here.