Banking Department Manager

The State of Connecticut, Department of Banking (DOB) seeks qualified individuals for the position of Banking Department Manager.  The position will be located in Hartford, CT.  This is a full-time, 40 hour per week Management position.  Occasional travel is required

the position will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of examinations and investigations of certain etities regulated by the Consumer Credit Division.

Please ensure your application is complete and you have included your Resume in the "Resume Tab" of your application.  At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include cover letter,  performance reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring manager. 

Any questions pertaining to this job posting should be directed to Jennifer Blum: Jennifer.Blum@ct.gov, 860-713-5314.

In the Department of Banking, this class is accountable for managing the staff and operations of a major sub-unit or regulatory program of a Division.

Manages staff and operations unit; coordinates, prioritizes, plans and manages examinations, investigations, licensing, consumer services and/or other regulatory programs; formulates goals and objectives; develops or assists in development of related policy; develops and recommends operating procedures; coaches and guides for improvement; oversees the ongoing development of staff by ensuring that skills are continuously enhanced; evaluates staff; interprets and provides guidance to staff on pertinent banking laws and regulations; recommends new or revised legislation; assesses the ability and performance of management and the compliance and soundness of regulated entities; assesses compliance and identifies violations of law of regulated entities; maintains a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory process; coordinates investigations of dishonest or unethical business practices and other violations of law; facilitates resolutions of consumer complaints; proposes and negotiates stipulation agreements; prepares civil or criminal referrals outlining alleged violation of law; reviews and makes recommendations of comprehensive reports of examination, investigation, consumer complaint and related activity; recommends disciplinary action against regulated entities as appropriate; coordinates joint exams or investigations with federal regulators and/or international regulatory agencies; attends meetings and maintains communication with officials of regulated entities regarding regulatory program and issues; oversees the review of mergers, acquisitions, conversions, and the licensing and registration of regulated entities; assists in preparation of program budget; implements initial training programs for new employees consisting of on-the-job training and formal education; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management and LEAN principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws and regulations; considerable knowledge of regulatory and investigative procedures and techniques; considerable knowledge of international regulatory standards; considerable knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and auditing; knowledge of the organization and operation of financial institutions and other entities operating under the supervision of the Department of Banking; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable supervisory ability.

Nine (9) years of professional experience involving one or more of the following areas: regulation of financial institutions or other entities regulated by the Department of Banking; accounting, auditing or finance work in financial institutions regulated by the Department of Banking.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in advanced working/lead capacity over professional staff. For State Employees, this is interpreted to be at or above the level of Associate Financial Examiner.

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15)) semester hours equalling one-half year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
   
2. A Master's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

Preference will be given to individuals who possess the following:

• Experience in managing, supervising or leading staff.
• Experience with the organization and operations of one or more of the various industries regulated by the Consumer Credit Division.
• Experience assessing or auditing for compliance with relevant state and federal laws and regulations pertinent to the industries that the Consumer Credit Division regulates.
• Experience working with collective bargaining.
• Experience writing reports and communicating across all levels of an organization.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.