Financial Examiner 2-4

Salary: $5,812.00 - $10,004.00 Monthly Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA Job Type: Full Time - Permanent Remote Employment: Remote Only Job Number: 2601CUFE2-4(3) Department: Dept. of Financial Institutions Division: Division of Credit Unions Opening Date: 01/23/2026 Closing Date: 2/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Description Providing Regulatory Oversight for Washington State Chartered Credit Unions Do you enjoy working in a team environment? Do you enjoy traveling for work? Check out this opportunity! As a Financial Examiner, you evaluate risk to Capital, Assets, Management, Earnings, Liquidity and Market Sensitivity in our Credit Unions. This includes unencumbered access to the credit union to ensure current practices are safe and sound. The Division of Credit Unions (DCU) is recruiting for a Financial Examiner, which may be filled at the 2, 3 or 4 level, depending on qualifications. Duties Financial Examiners (FE) typically work with an exam team of four to eight people, in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Financial Examiners perform analysis of Washington state-chartered credit unions that are located throughout the state, for safety and soundness and compliance with the law. Examiners typically plan, conduct, lead and assist with examinations of regulated entities and independently conduct analysis of credit unions. As a Financial Examiner, you would be a vital participant in ensuring the continuity of financial services offered state-wide, find engaging challenges in all facets of credit union operations, and evaluate risk to Capital, Assets, Management, Earnings, Liquidity and Market Sensitivity. This includes unencumbered access to the credit union to ensure current practices are safe and sound. Financial Examiners are provided training through National Credit Union Administration, Federal Financial Institution Examination Council, National Association of State Chartered Credit Unions, and various online training tools. Some Of What You Will Do: • As a team member perform in-state examinations. • Work collaboratively with credit union staff and executives, accounting firms and National Credit Union Administration examiners (federal counterparts) to complete the assigned areas of an examination. • Examine the adequacy of a regulated entity's internal controls, which are used to mitigate inherent safety and soundness risks. • Examine and analyze financial statements. • Interpret and determine a credit union's adherence with applicable laws, rules and standards related to credit unions. • Collaborate with credit union management and its volunteer board of directors to discuss deficiencies found during the exam and corrective actions, including proposing strategies for reducing risk and strengthening controls. • Write in a persuasive style that is understandable to credit union volunteers that serve on the board of directors and the supervisory committee. • Work in conjunction with federal counterparts from National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) to complete examinations. • Make examination recommendations to the Examiner in Charge and DCU management. • Utilize various IT suites of production, including Microsoft Office, Internet Resources, NCUA examination software and other software as necessary. • Work as an Examiner-in-Charge, which requires assigning tasks, reviewing work of team members, presenting areas of concern to the credit union management team, board of directors and supervisory committee and completing the final report of examination. Qualifications Required Qualifications: At least 20 quarter or 12 semester credit hours in finance, accounting, and/or economics. Desired Skills and Qualifications: A bachelor's in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or related field. And Two years of professional experience in one of, or a combination of, the following: • Accounting or auditing; • Analyzing or examining regulated entities; • Working in a regulated entity in the areas of lending, operations, analysis of loan or securities portfolios, auditing, reinsurance investments, information system reviews or any combination of these. OR The candidate may substitute one year of the required experience in financial institutions, financial service companies or issuers with the following: • A master's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration with 24 semester or 36 quarter hours in accounting; • Graduation from a specialized banking school gained through an accredited college or university (i.e., Pacific Coast Banking School, CUNA Management School or equivalent); • Accredited Financial Examiner or Certified Financial Examiner from the Society of Financial Examiners; or Washington State Certified Public Accountant. Skills and Abilities: • Effective team player who is highly communicative and cooperative, an active listener, a problem solver and innovative researcher. • A strong work ethic, professionalism, respectfulness, and dependability to the team. • Work collaboratively with teammates and regulated institution management and employees. • Show a positive learning attitude and understanding of workplace etiquette. • Demonstrate excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills. • A high degree of emotional intelligence. • Strong conflict management and conflict resolution skills. Supplemental Information Duty Station and Travel Requirements: The examiner's time is spent in the field (approximately 30%) or remotely conducting examinations at various financial institutions throughout the state. During your first year, you can expect additional travel (up to 50%) as you will be attending approximately five, one-week long training courses in Washington D.C. This position requires some overnight travel. When not in the field conducting examinations, work assignments will be completed at your home residence - which will be your official duty station. Occasional travel to DFI Headquarters in Tumwater for training and/or meetings is required. Applicants should reside in Thurston, Pierce, or King County. Candidates from other counties in Washington State may be considered, depending on location. Typical Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm with alternating Fridays off. On the working Friday, work hours will be 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. Examiners will have an hour for lunch each day, except for on the working Friday when lunch is half an hour. Application Process: Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Submitting your application materials electronically will act as confirmation that the information submitted is complete and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Failure to provide all required application materials and complete supplemental questionnaire may result in disqualification. Interested applicants should select the "Apply" button and attach the following materials to their application: • Cover Letter • Resume • Three professional references* (provide contact name, phone number, email address, company name, and job title) • Unofficial College Transcript(s) • A professional reference is someone who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have sufficient professional references, please include non-professional references, such as educators or other professional associates. Background Investigation: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal and credit record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. About Our Agency: The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions' (DFI) mission is to protect consumers and advance the financial health of Washington State by providing fair regulation of financial services and educating consumers to make informed financial decisions. Collectively and independently, the Department's nearly 250 employees within its 5 divisions - Administration, Banks, Consumer Services, Credit Unions, and Securities - work together to create a stronger economic future and secure financial environment for Washington's consumers and businesses alike. DFI is self-supporting, in that none of its operating revenues come from the state's general tax funds. Its operating revenues are paid by the organizations and individuals it regulates. To learn more about the Department of Financial Institutions, please visit our website at We employ and serve diverse people of all backgrounds including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. This culture of respect promotes a professional and inclusive environment where maximizing potential through opportunity is achievable by everyone. Benefits of working for DFI include: • Healthy work-life balance. • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion where every person is recognized and valued. • Telecommuting up to three days per week and flexible work hours. • Professional development and continuing education opportunities, including DFI's in-house CLE program and other training that ensures employees are successful. About the Division: The Division of Credit Unions (DCU) examines and supervises 48 state-chartered credit unions for safety and soundness and compliance with applicable credit union laws in order to protect members' financial interests. Although these credit unions are our customers, the citizens are the ultimate beneficiaries of DCU's work. DCU is comprised of approximately 26 staff members who work together with a team approach to examine and analyze state-chartered credit unions. Recruiter Contact Information: Tom Grant More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 01-07-2026 01 Please tell us why you are interested in this position. 02 What sets you apart from others who are applying for the position? 03 Please describe, in detail, your experience working in a team environment. 04 Describe your experience reviewing regulations and applying them. 05 In the space provided, share in your own words (not AI generated), the last time you intentionally learned about someone else's culture? What did you learn from the experience? 06 In the space provided, share in your own words (not AI generated), a situation where you had to adapt your usual way of doing things to better serve someone or a group of people with backgrounds different than your own. 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