Regional Director, EM-0301-00 (Chicago Regional Office) (Merit Promotion)

This position is located in the Divisions of Risk Management Supervision (RMS) and Depositor and Consumer Protection (DCP), Chicago Regional Office of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in Chicago, IL. Salary reflects a pay cap for this position of $315,000. Major duties: Oversees the region's activities; ensures that all operating programs under the direction of the Regional Director are administered effectively and in accordance with broadly stated objectives and priorities.

Represents the region and advises Division Directors on substantive matters pertaining to supervisory functions. Provides input to groups within RMS and DCP engaged in determining the need for new policies or procedures on complex and sensitive technical matters with the potential to impact the divisions' programs. Oversees training, utilization, and succession readiness of staff under scope of responsibility.

Makes binding decisions on matters pertinent to risk management and consumer protection. Leads the development of formal plans and programs designed to correct deficiencies in the operation of banks under the supervision of the Regional Office. Oversees risk management and consumer protection examination and supervision programs for institutions of varying size, complexity, and operations, including those engaged in emerging technologies.

Monitors industry risk within various markets in a dispersed geographic area and ensures regional supervision plans appropriately consider such risks. Provides recommendations to senior executives on various FDIC and divisional matters, such as enforcement actions against individuals and institutions and operational matters within the region. Uses discretion and judgment when coordinating plans with counterparts, senior executives, or other impacted parties.

When sensitive or impactful program or policy matters arise, ensures comprehensive analysis is completed and gains appropriate concurrence for proposed decisions or actions. Initiates and conducts meetings with state and federal agencies and financial institution executives regarding supervisory concerns. Provides executive-level representation for the FDIC to financial institution officials, other supervisory authorities, industry groups, and the public at various outreach and industry events.

Exercises supervisory personnel management authority directly or indirectly through subordinate supervisors. Executes agency personnel plans and programs, performance measurement, employee development, and other personnel-oriented factors consistent with corporate policy, legal requirements, and the mission of the Divisions. Effectively administers all operating programs under his/her direction in accordance with broadly stated objectives and priorities.

Coordinates with counterparts from other divisions in the region on various administrative and operational issues. Requirements: 2-page Resume Requirement: Please limit your résumé to 2 pages (minimum 10-point font). If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Employment Conditions Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Applicant tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and will be subject to random drug tests. Must be able to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of security clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

Employee may be relocated to any duty location to meet management needs. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be serving in a position in Schedule Policy/Career of the excepted service. You will obtain competitive status after two years of service in this position [if applicable]. Your employment