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Position Title
SECURITIES COMPLIANCE EXAMINER
Agency
Securities and Exchange Commission
Announcement Number
23-DE-11920114-CSS Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, April 28, 2023 to Monday, May 15, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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3. Have you served on a Schedule C appointment or as a political appointee anytime within the last 5 years? (limit characters)
4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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5. Are you a previous federal employee with Securities and Exchange Commission? (limit characters)
6. Are you a current SEC employee?

 
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7. Have you received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) in the last 5 years? If so, you will need to repay the entire amount of the VSIP to the agency from which you separated as a condition of reemployment. (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select up to 3 location(s). (limit characters)
2. Of the locations you have selected in the previous question, please indicate your top preference for location. (limit characters)
3. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
4. From the options below, please indicate the choice that BEST describes your situation: (limit characters)
5. How did you hear about this position? (limit characters)
6. Please specify based on your selection above as applicable: (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Securities Compliance Examiner, SK-1831-09/11 position in the Investment Adviser/Investment Company Examination Program within the Division of Examinations with United States Securities and Exchange Commission We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire. (limit characters)
Securities Compliance Examiner, SK-1831-09:  The following questions assess your qualifications. Please select the best answer(s) that describe(s) your education and/or experience. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a Securities Compliance Examiner, SK-1831-09. (limit characters)
2. Select the statement that best demonstrates your knowledge of accounting, finance, auditing, or compliance concepts and experience applying this knowledge to broad and difficult assignments. (limit characters)
3. Select the statement that best describes your experience providing technical advice and assistance in the areas of compliance. (limit characters)
4. Select the statement that demonstrates your knowledge of Federal securities laws, rules, and regulations. (limit characters)
5. Have you validated financial data and assessed compliance with Federal statutes and regulations to identify discrepancies and reconcile accounts? (limit characters)
6. Select the statement that best describes your experience conveying technical information other than in writing. (limit characters)
7. Select the one choice that best describes your experience preparing written material on planning or policy issues such as reports, briefing papers, correspondence and presentations (and/or other materials) to various individuals and audiences. (limit characters)
Securities Compliance Examiner, SK-1831-11:  The following questions assess your qualifications. Please select the best answer(s) that describe(s) your education and/or experience. (limit characters)
8. From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a Securities Compliance Examiner, SK-1831-11. (limit characters)
9. Select the statement that best describes your experience performing examinations or audits of regulated entities and/or financial markets or financial services industry. (limit characters)
10. Select the types of examinations, audits, reviews and analyses you have experience conducting. (Please select all answers that apply) (limit characters)
11. Select the statement that best describes your experience gathering, compiling, and analyzing financial and/or auditing information. (limit characters)
12. Select the statements that demonstrates your experience providing technical support for audits, compliance reviews, or securities examination work. (Please select all answers that apply.) (limit characters)
13. Select the statements that best describe your experience as it relates to your preparation of written communications. (Please select all answers that apply) (limit characters)
14. Select the statement that demonstrates your experience communicating verbally in formal and informal settings, such as with external stakeholders, colleagues and senior management. (Please select all answers that apply) (limit characters)