BANK EXAMINER I - Upward Mobility Program

Illinoiscomptroller; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, vision, and dental

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Department of Financial and Professional Regulation is seeking a Bank Examiner I under the Upward Mobility Program. The role involves assisting in examinations of state-chartered banks and fiduciaries, gathering data, and producing reports.

Travel to assigned facilities is required and you will work under supervision with an examiner-in-charge. Minimum qualifications include a four-year college degree with accounting/finance coursework and completion of the examiner trainee program.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with courses in accounting, corporate finance, banking, and monetary theory.
• Requires successful completion of the Financial Institutions Examiner Trainee program.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Responsibilities

• Travels to perform examinations of state-chartered banks, corporate fiduciaries, data processing centers and/or service providers.
• Gathers information, analyzes and evaluates the financial condition of the bank or corporate fiduciary.
• Reads corporate minutes and by-laws, reviews audit programs and reports, and prepares examination reports.

Education

Four-year college degree or equivalent

Job description

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BANK EXAMINER I - Upward Mobility Program

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:58816
Division/Section/Unit: Banking / Banks, Trust Companies & Savings Institutions / Cook
HR Tracking #: 37744
Position Title: Bank Examiner I
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/08/2026
Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title:BANK EXAMINER I - 04131
Skill Option:UMP Credential
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,572 monthly; Full Range $5,572 - $7,898 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

Under direct supervision, receives training and works under an examiner-in-charge to assist in conducting selected, less complex portions of bank, corporate fiduciary, data processing center and/or service provider examinations assigned to the Banks, Trusts Companies and Savings Institutions Section in the Division of Banking. Gathers information; analyzes and evaluates data and provides written reports. Travels extensively to assigned facilities for examinations.

State of Illinois Benefits

• Health, Life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays, 12-14 days annually
• 3 paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12 hour work schedules (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• In conjunction with higher-level examiners, travels to perform examinations of state-chartered banks, corporate fiduciaries, data processing centers and/or service providers assigned to the Banks, Trusts Companies and Savings Institutions Section in the Division of Banking.
• Gathers information, analyzes, and evaluates the financial condition of the bank or corporate fiduciary.
• Gathers information, analyzes and evaluates the assets, liabilities, capital accounts, and off-balance sheet items of the bank or corporate fiduciary, including any subsidiary and holding company accounts relative to the intercompany transactions to determine the adequacy and the extent of compliance with policies, procedures, and internal controls, and the extent of compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Reads the corporate minutes and by‑laws of the bank, corporate fiduciary, data processing center and/or service provider and reviews the audit program and reports
• Completes examination report pages and supporting work papers, verifies arithmetic calculations and submits to superior for review, input and inclusion in completed reports
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with courses in accounting, corporate finance, banking, and monetary theory.
• Requires successful completion of the Financial Institutions Examiner Trainee program.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two years of Bank Examination Experience with Federal or State Agency.
• Prefers one year of Bank Examination Experience with successful completion of the FDIC Introduction to Exam School or equivalent.
• Prefers one year of Bank Examination Experience with successful completion of the FDIC Asset Liability Management School or equivalent.
• Prefers one year of Bank Examination Experience with successful completion of the FDIC Financial Institution Analysis School or equivalent.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to pass an agency conducted background check.
• Requires ability to travel frequently and extensively, both in and out-of-state.
• Requires a valid appropriate driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel.
• Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non‑State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non‑State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• Statement of Economic Interest: This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency Statement

IDFPR is a regulatory licensing and enforcement agency that protects the residents of Illinois, ensures the safety and soundness of financial institutions, ensures that competent professionals are licensed to provide services to the public, and enhances commerce in the state for the benefit of all its residents.

Revolving Door Statement: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non‑State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non‑State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interest: This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles . To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).