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PSA - MORTGAGE EXAMINATION MANAGER

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Date:  Apr 4, 2025
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US, 60661

Job Requisition ID:  46229

Job Requisition ID: 46229

Division/Section/Unit: Banking / Residential Finance / Mortgage Banking Examination
HR Tracking #: 36726
Position Title: Public Service Administrator
Closing Date/Time: 04/21/2025
​Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $7,966 - $9,966 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None


****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****


Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

 

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 administrative direction, supervises a staff of examiners responsible for the examination of Mortgage Banking licensees and student loan processors.  Directs the functions of field examiners conducting examinations.  Reviews, analyzes and checks examination reports for content and to assure that all exceptions and violations have been accurately recorded by the field examiners.  Submits requests to the Mortgage Banking Director for special examinations.  Supervises multi-state examinations as organized by the CSBS.  Directs the scope of examination for examiners.  Provides legal counsel and guidance to the staff.  Develops, initiates and revises systems, procedures and methods of examinations.  Travels to various sites for examinations and meetings.

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

  • Serves as full line supervisor.
  • Monitors examinations and discusses results of the examination of Mortgage Banking licensees and student loan processors with examiners.  
  • Provides legal counsel and technical direction to examiners in the accurate identifications of statutory violations.  
  • Supervises multi-state examinations as organized by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS).  
  • Develops, initiates and revises systems, procedures and methods of Mortgage Banking and student loan processor examinations to be used by the Section’s staff.  
  • Develops, conducts and maintains an adequate examiner training program including on-the-job training.  
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires law degree and possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
  • Requires three years progressively responsible administrative experience in law.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers at least three years of experience in financial law. 
  • Prefers at least two years of experience in regulatory law. 
  • Prefers at least three years of experience as a financial examiner/auditor, or three years of experience as a supervisor of financial examiners/auditors. 

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to travel.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency Overview

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. 

 ​Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Work Location: 555 West Monroe Street, Chicago IL 60661
Email: FPR.Employment@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

 

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.

Application instructions:

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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