FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS EXAMINER TRAINEE - DFI Credit Union Cook

Job Requisition ID: 57968

Division/Section/Unit: Financial Institutions / Credit Union / Field Examiner/Cook
HR Tracking #: 38145
Position Title: Financial Institutions Examiner Trainee
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 08/31/2026
Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title:  FIN INSTITUTIONS EXAMINER TRN (14978) 
Skill Option:  UMP Credential  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,922 monthly; Full Range $4,922 - $6,762 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:  

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

Assists higher-level examiners and receives training in performing on-site exams of records, documents or other data to ascertain compliance with State/Federal laws and regulations applicable to the state-chartered credit union under examination. For training purposes, evaluates and analyzes data and financial statements to determine accuracy and appropriateness of controls, policies, and procedures of programs and services in order to ensure safety and soundness in the operations of the institution. Completes writing assignments, including documentation of examination findings and scope narratives, to amass skills necessary to complete detailed examination reports. Attends and participates in meetings relative to the examination of a credit union to discuss findings and provide routine advice and assistance, which addresses existing areas of concern. Often travels to conduct this duty. Learns and retains knowledge of applicable State/Federal statutes and regulations governing the credit union industry. Establishes and maintains effective public relations and working relationships with officials of the credit union industry. Recognizes and reports existing and potential problems based upon established procedures and criteria. Participates and completes various trainings as required. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

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
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Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision, for a period of up to twelve months, receives training and assists higher-level examiners in performing on-site exams of records, documents or other data to ascertain compliance with State/Federal laws and regulations applicable to the state-chartered credit union under examination.

• For training purposes, evaluates and analyzes data and financial statements to determine accuracy and appropriateness of controls, policies, and procedures of programs and services in order to ensure safety and soundness in the operations of the institution.

• Completes writing assignments, including documentation of examination findings and scope narratives, to amass skills necessary to complete detailed examination reports.

• Attends and participates in meetings relative to the examination of a credit union to discuss findings and provide routine advice and assistance, which addresses existing areas of concern. Often travels to conduct this duty.

• Learns and retains knowledge of applicable State/Federal statutes and regulations governing the credit union industry.

• Establishes and maintains effective public relations and working relationships with officials of the credit union industry.

• Recognizes and reports existing and potential problems based upon established procedures and criteria.

• Participates and completes various trainings as required.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or banking; or a master's degree in business administration.

• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Preferred Qualifications

• Position prefers eighteen months of experience working at a bank, credit union, mortgage company, or other financial institution as a banker commercial lender, or consumer lender within the last thirty-six months.

• Position prefers eighteen months of audit or examination experience of banks, credit unions, mortgage companies, or other financial institutions within the last thirty-six months.

• Position prefers eighteen months of professional office experience in a legal office, insurance office lending office or other similar financial institution within the last thirty-six months.

• Position prefers eighteen months of experience collecting and analyzing financial data, as well as drafting detailed and complicated examination reports within last 36 months.

• Position prefers twelve months of working knowledge of business administration, policy & procedures, and operation practices of financial institutions within the last 24 months.

• Position prefers eighteen months of experience working with technology used by financial institutions or financial government regulators within the last 36 months.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires possession of a valid driver's license.

• Requires the ability to travel extensively.

• Requires the ability to pick up and carry at least 25 pounds of equipment to and from job sites.

• Requires the ability to pass an Agency conducted background check.

• 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.

• 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. 

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: View email address on us.fitly.work
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

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.

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 Interests: 

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

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

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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