Deputy Comptroller for Regional and Midsize Financial Institutions NB-0570-VIII

Summary

As a Deputy Comptroller for Regional and Midsize Financial Institutions RMFI you will serve as OCCs operational executive and Deputy Comptroller for RMFI. Provide executive direction to and set policies for RMFI at-large to include the assigned Regional & Midsize Portfolio and as directed supervisory activities related to stablecoin digital assets emerging financial technologies and de novo banks. Learn more about this agency

Summary

As a Deputy Comptroller for Regional and Midsize Financial Institutions RMFI you will serve as OCCs operational executive and Deputy Comptroller for RMFI. Provide executive direction to and set policies for RMFI at-large to include the assigned Regional & Midsize Portfolio and as directed supervisory activities related to stablecoin digital assets emerging financial technologies and de novo banks. Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following locations

Los Angeles CA San Francisco CA Denver CO Washington DC Miami FL Chicago IL Boston MA Minneapolis MN Charlotte NC Edison NJ New York NY Cleveland OH

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No

Salary

176282 - 319800 per year

Pay scale & grade NB 8

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time

Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series 0570 Financial Institution Examining

Supervisory status Yes

Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Represented by a union No

Drug test No

Security clearance Top Secret

Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive CSHigh Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type National security

Financial disclosure required Yes Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number EXT-MT-26-5530-13021658

Control number 878844000

This job is open to

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The public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and U.S. Nationals. No prior federal service is required. This opportunity is also open to current OCC employees under Announcement MP-MT-26-5530-13021657. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period eligibility and how to apply.

Duties

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As a Deputy Comptroller for Regional and Midsize Financial Institutions RMFI you will

Set goals and provide executive direction and leadership for the Regional & Midsize Financial Institution Program including supervisory strategy for institutions engaged in or exposed to digital assets distribution ledger technology stablecoin-related activities and de novo bank formation and growth.

Work with other RMFI Deputy Comptrollers to oversee the regional and midsize supervision program and to develop systems policiesprocesses and programs that promote a focus on achieving the goals and priorities of the OCC including those related to innovation emerging technologies novel banking products and evolving chartering models.

In conjunction with other RMFI Deputies coordinate supervisory functions across portfolio and broad geographic lines.

Recommend review and advise the SDC for RMFI on matters of national policy and issues that impact the national banking system including the safe sound and compliant conduct of digital assets and stablecoin activities and the supervision of de novo institutions.

Provide strategic leadership and executive program direction that promotes a focus on achieving the supervision goals and priorities of the OCC including the identification assessment and monitoring of risks arising from digital asset activities stablecoin arrangements third-party technology providers and newly chartered or de novo banks.

Recommend review and advise the Comptroller SDC and other OCC senior leaders on matters of resource allocation risk-based supervision and supervisory strategy development of specialized supervisory approaches examiner expertise and interagency coordination for digital assets stablecoin and de novo bank oversight.

Establish programs to ensure effective supervision of RMFI engaged in digital asset custody tokenization payments innovation blockchain-related activities reserve management stablecoin-related banking services and de novo bank operations.

Coordinate regulatory policies relevant to effective supervision of the national banking system specifically related to digital assets stablecoin and de novo institutions.

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with banking officials and trade associations continually assess and stay abreast of future directions of large banks.

Work with industry and civic leaders facilitate community development and revitalization goals.

Personally and through subordinate leadership lead motivate coach and develop the staff of the organization.

Plan and assign work to be accomplished by direct-reports and subordinate supervisors.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into Continuous Vetting. Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout ones employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBIs Rap Back service which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters e.g. arrests charges convictions involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents Noncriminal Justice Applicants Privacy Rights for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting which includes Rap Back FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf dni.gov applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information.

Complete a one-year trial period unless already completed.

Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.

Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct DepositElectronic Funds Transfer.

Go through a Personal Identity Verification PIV process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.

Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.

Travel overnight or locally on an occasional basis.

Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.

Successfully complete a background investigation that includes criminal history financial history including a credit check and other information.

File an Executive Branch Public Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278 and an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.

Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.

Click here for important information about OCC ethics standards such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.

Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of the announcement

You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-VII band level or GS-15 Grade Level.

Examples of specialized experience for this position include

Establishing organizational objectives and goals aligned with organizational strategies and executive priorities.

Serving as an advisor or consultant to senior management on emerging trends or issues pertaining to the banking financial services or non-financial services sector.

Leading financial functions or institutions risk management programs or regulatory compliance operations.

Identifying and analyzing risks related to financial institutions banking or the financial sector in areas such as digital asset activities new chartered or de novo banks or stablecoin arrangements.

The experience may have been gained in the public sector private sector or through volunteer service.

One year of experience refers to full-time work part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To receive any credit for your work experience please indicate dates of employment by monthyear and indicate the number of hours worked per week on your resume.

Education

Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.

Additional information

Salary range does not include geographical pay. For specific information on geographic pay differentials click here.

Total pay cannot exceed applicable pay cap which is 319800 for 2026.

If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.

We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.

Individuals selected for this position may be considered for promotion to a Band IX Schedule B excepted service position within OCC without further competition.

This is an Excepted Service position under Schedule B 213.3205a

The candidate selected for this position may be credited with directly-related non-Federal experience for annual leave purposes if eligible and considered appropriate.

Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions. Please refer to Conditions of Employment. Click Print to review the entire announcement before applying.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202c and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act.

Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at FairChanceActtreasury.gov. To learn more please visit our page at Treasury.govfairchanceact.

Optional Essay Questions

Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions 200 words max each to help us better understand your alignment with the agencys mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicants eligibility.

All newly appointed employees to the excepted service are subject to a trial period. During this time your performance conduct and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the trial period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the trial period ends your appointment will be terminated.

You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor seek feedback and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package includes your resume responses to the online questions and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a not qualified determination.

Once the announcement closes we will conduct a review of your application package to verify your eligibility and qualifications. If you are found qualified your application will move forward to additional phases of the review process.

Minimum Qualifications

Once the application process is complete Human Resources or Subject Matter Experts SMEs will review the first two pages of your resume and supporting documentation to determine whether you meet the minimum job qualifications.

Resume Evaluation Panel Review

After it has been determined that you meet the minimum qualifications Subject matter experts SMEs may review the first two pages of your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required competencies.

Additional documentation e.g. cover letter links embedded in your resume may not be considered.

Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather you must describe in your resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies identified below.

Use specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position.

Rating

Your application package will be evaluated in the following areas

Bank Supervision Knowledge Agility Examination Planning and Management Judgment and Decision Making Advisement Collaboration and Outreach Leadership Risk Management Oral Communication Written Communication Human Resources Management External Relations Strategic Thinking Rule of Many

This announcement uses the Mechanism C method under 5 CFR § 332.402. All applicants tied at the cut line will be referred. We will provide the selecting official a sufficient number of names when available to consider at least three candidates per vacancy. If fewer than three eligible and available candidates per vacancy result we will expand the group in accordance with our pre-announced supplement strategy and OPM policy.

Referral

If you are among the top qualified candidates your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

Required Documents

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A complete application package includes 1 A resume 2 vacancy question responses and 3 submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement you may not be considered for this position or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible.

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Please ensure that all bank financial and other confidential or sensitive information is removedredacted from each document.

RESUME

All applicants are required to submit a resume by either creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. Please limit your resume to two-pages. Applicants with resumes exceeding two-pages will be removed from consideration.

To receive any credit for relevant experience please list the monthyear and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume.

We suggest you preview the online questions as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please review Resume Tips.

VETERANS DOCUMENTATION

If you are claiming veterans preference you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing type of separation and character of service e.g. DD-214 Member 4 Copy and if applicable VA letter.

Ten-point preference eligibles must also submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference SF-15 along with required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form.

Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain 1 the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date and 2 the character of service.

You can find additional information about Veterans Preference at httpwww.fedshirevets.gov.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS

In addition you may submit the following Cover letter Recent performance evaluation be sure to redactremove all sensitive information prior to submitting

How to Apply

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The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete the online application process and submit any required documents by 1159 p.m. Eastern Standard Time EST on the closing date of this announcement.

We are available to assist you during business hours 800 a.m. - 400 p.m. Eastern Standard Time Monday - Friday.

If applying online poses a hardship you must contact us by noon Eastern Standard Time on the announcements closing date.

If you are unable to apply online you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Capital Office. Please contact Melissa Talavera at Melissa.Talaveraocc.treas.gov or 202-649-6673 to obtain an alternative application.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for disability during any part of the application and hiring process please contact LaToya Wilson by phone at 202-649-6322 or by email at LaToya.Wilsonocc.treas.gov. Treasury provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. You must contact us by 500 p.m. Eastern Time on the announcements closing date to request accommodation.

If you are deaf hard of hearing or have a speech disability please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. Ms. Wilson is not the point of contact for questions about the vacancy announcement.

To preview the Application Questionnaire please click herehttpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13021658.

A complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on the closing date of the Announcement to receive consideration.

To begin click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume andor other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application.

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Capital Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Agency contact information

Melissa Talavera Phone 202-649-6673 Email Melissa.Talaveraocc.treas.gov Address REGIONAL AND MIDSIZE FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 400 7th Street SW Washington DC 20219 US

Next steps

To verify the status of your application log into your USAJOBS account httpsmy.usajobs.govAccountLogin all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.

For information on what each Application Status means visit httpswww.usajobs.govHelphow-toapplicationstatus.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked e.g. spam-blocker you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request

Required Documents

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A complete application package includes 1 A resume 2 vacancy question responses and 3 submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement you may not be considered for this position or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible.

Note

Please ensure that all bank financial and other confidential or sensitive information is removedredacted from each document.

RESUME

All applicants are required to submit a resume by either creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. Please limit your resume to two-pages. Applicants with resumes exceeding two-pages will be removed from consideration.

To receive any credit for relevant experience please list the monthyear and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume.

We suggest you preview the online questions as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please review Resume Tips.

VETERANS DOCUMENTATION

If you are claiming veterans preference you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing type of separation and character of service e.g. DD-214 Member 4 Copy and if applicable VA letter.

Ten-point preference eligibles must also submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference SF-15 along with required documentation listed on the back of the SF-15 form.

Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain 1 the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date and 2 the character of service.

You can find additional information about Veterans Preference at httpwww.fedshirevets.gov.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS

In addition you may submit the following Cover letter Recent performance evaluation be sure to redactremove all sensitive information prior to submitting

How to Apply

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The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete the online application process and submit any required documents by 1159 p.m. Eastern Standard Time EST on the closing date of this announcement.

We are available to assist you during business hours 800 a.m. - 400 p.m. Eastern Standard Time Monday - Friday.

If applying online poses a hardship you must contact us by noon Eastern Standard Time on the announcements closing date.

If you are unable to apply online you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Capital Office. Please contact Melissa Talavera at Melissa.Talaveraocc.treas.gov or 202-649-6673 to obtain an alternative application.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for disability during any part of the application and hiring process please contact LaToya Wilson by phone at 202-649-6322 or by email at LaToya.Wilsonocc.treas.gov. Treasury provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. You must contact us by 500 p.m. Eastern Time on the announcements closing date to request accommodation.

If you are deaf hard of hearing or have a speech disability please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. Ms. Wilson is not the point of contact for questions about the vacancy announcement.

To preview the Application Questionnaire please click herehttpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13021658.

A complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on the closing date of the Announcement to receive consideration.

To begin click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume andor other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application.

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Capital Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

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Agency contact information

Melissa Talavera Phone 202-649-6673 Email Melissa.Talaveraocc.treas.gov Address REGIONAL AND MIDSIZE FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 400 7th Street SW Washington DC 20219 US

Next steps

To verify the status of your application log into your USAJOBS account httpsmy.usajobs.govAccountLogin all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.

For information on what each Application Status means visit httpswww.usajobs.govHelphow-toapplicationstatus.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked e.g. spam-blocker you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request

Additional locations

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