Position: Supervisor General Attorney Location: Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA Salary: $144,048 - $264,819 per year Open & closing dates: 06/13/2023 to 04/25/2023 Job Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/731588200 Summary This Office of Security-Based Swaps (OSBS) within the Division of Examinations is filling one Supervisory Attorney-Adviser, SK-905-15 position located in Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA or Washington, DC. Conditions of Employment CITIZENSHIP: This position is open to US Citizens. You must possess a J.D. or LL.B Degree. You must be an active member of the bar in good standing Typical duties include: At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. OSBS performs examinations of Security-Based Swap Dealers (SBSDs) to ensure compliance with applicable requirements under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and provides subject matter expertise on the security-based swap market and related transactions. . This position will lead a branch of examiners who conduct risk assessments of SBSDs and their related market activity and evaluate SBSDs' compliance with relevant rules and regulations. If selected, you will join a well-respected team in the Division of Examinations that is responsible for the examination of security-based swap dealers and security-based swap data repositories. Typical duties include: Managing a team of examiners with various levels of experience and professional backgrounds to conduct examinations of securities-related financial institutions registered with the SEC such as security-based swap dealers and security-based swap data repositories; Evaluating possible risks to financial markets and counterparties of registered security-based swap dealers' business models and practices based on review and analysis through modern quantitative techniques, when possible, of information reported by the institutions to the SEC and other internal and external data sources; Executing risk-based examination plans, which frequently involves: (i) analyzing a security-based swap dealer's operations and procedures, trading practices, supervisory systems, risk management systems, books and records, and financial statements, (ii) investigating new financial products, (iii) analyzing derivatives, (iv) interviewing principals of registrants, and/or (v) analyzing performance calculations to assess the level of compliance with federal securities laws; and Developing recommendations and reports, presenting and defending findings, and collaborating as required with key stakeholders of the examination process, including internal divisions and offices (e.g. Division of Trading and Markets and Office of International Affairs), and other US and foreign regulators. Direct employees responsible for evaluating risks to financial markets and counterparties of security-based swap dealers' business models and practices based on review and analysis of internal and external data sources; Develop and maintain relationships with other programs in the Division of Examinations, as well as with other SEC Divisions and Offices and other securities regulators on matters involving Title VII implementation, generally; Conduct interviews of registrant personnel, review examination-related documents, perform research and analysis, and develop recommendations related to findings or issues encountered; and supervise other examination staff performing these duties; Draft and edit precise and well-organized documents such as risk assessment reports, request lists, examination workpapers and memoranda, and correspondence regarding findings and conclusions; As required, work with senior staff to develop and respond to questions on processes, procedures, and policy; and Collaborate with other team members. Work both individually and as part of a team. Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-15: Applicant must have at least three years of post J.D. experience identifying legal issues, providing legal analyses, providing legal solutions/recommendations, and preparing legal documents, such as contracts, dispositions, pleadings, and motions, which also includes at least two years of: 1) providing legal advice on federal securities laws and compliance issues as they relate to swap dealers, security-based swap dealers, investment advisers, exchanges, broker-dealers, clearing agencies, or other financial institutions; 2) analyzing risks associated with financial markets, financial institutions, or related trading activity; AND 3) preparing reports of findings or conclusions; and/or leading teams of staff with varying backgrounds (e.g., legal, accounting, examining) and experience. Additional information and the link to the application can be found here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/731588200