Financial Institution Examiner 9-12

Salary: $24.96 - $48.11 Hourly
Location : Various, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 6501-26-DIFS-033 FIE 9-12
Department: Department of Insurance and Financial Services
Opening Date: 05/18/2026
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)


Job Description
The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Financial Institution Examiner in the Office of Credit Unions. This position is an opportunity to build a fulfilling lifestyle and career doing work that truly matters - helping protect consumers and maintaining public confidence in Michigan's financial services industry.


The right candidate will serve an important role in Michigan's financial services sector by ensuring credit unions provide their members with safe, sound, and reliable financial services. As a credit union examiner, you will generally work in teams and be responsible for monitoring and examining the condition of state-chartered credit unions in Michigan. This incorporates all aspects of state-chartered credit unions with a focus on examining and assessing seven risk areas: credit, interest rate, liquidity, transactional / operational, compliance / legal, strategic, and reputation. Periodic in-depth reviews are performed regarding consumer compliance protection and information technology. Examiners regularly meet with management teams, boards of directors, and other professionals associated with the industry to provide guidance, evaluate compliance with state and federal regulations, answer questions, and encourage sound credit union business practices. Examiners frequently draft work summaries, examination reports, and varied correspondence.
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Ideal candidates will have:

• The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan and make a difference in an important financial sector that supports the financial needs of individuals and businesses.
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-tech environment while demonstrating sound professional judgement and decision-making.
• A curious and analytical mind capable of analyzing financial performance, identifying and assessing risks, developing solutions, and supporting conclusions.
• The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing.
• The desire to work closely with colleagues and senior leaders to solve problems.
• The ability to work well both independently and within a team.
• The desire to travel to diverse work locations for examinations, training opportunities, and conferences.

Other job features:

• Participation in webinars, conference calls, and employee development training. A comprehensive training program will be tailored to supplement your prior experience to ensure an opportunity to succeed.
• DIFS is looking for a team member who has an interest in helping others, who wants to learn and grow personally and professionally, and who wants to enjoy all the exciting things life in Michigan has to offer. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
• This position provides competitive pay, retirement, health, vision, and dental benefits.

Work Location: This is a flexible/hybrid position primarily located in Southeast Michigan . In-state travel, including overnight, and some out-of-state travel for training are required. You will perform portions of examinations at credit unions and complete assignments at your official workstation (i.e., home). This position is responsible for examinations in Southeast Michigan and additional examinations at credit unions located throughout the state as assigned.

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, business writing sample, and a copy of official college transcripts. An "official college transcript" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed, and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to DIFS.

Failure to attach the requested documents may result in your application being screened out.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.
DIFS is a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer, committed to recruiting, training, and retaining veterans and their spouses
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with a business major including completion of a business core curriculum consisting of one course each in finance, law, and management, one course in either marketing or economics, and 6 semester (9 term) credits in accounting.
Experience
Financial Institution Examiner 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Financial Institution Examiner 10
One year of professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner 9.
Financial Institution Examiner 11
Two years of professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner, including one year equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner 10.
Financial Institution Examiner 12
Three years of professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner, including one year equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner P11.
Alternate Education and Experience
Financial Institution Examiner 9

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
AND
Two years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution or insurance industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions.
Financial Institution Examiner 10
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
AND
One year of professional experience as a financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies;
OR
Three years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions.
Financial Institution Examiner P11
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
AND
Two years of experience as a professional financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies;
OR
Four years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions.
Financial Institution Examiner 12
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
AND
Three years of experience as a professional financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies;
OR
Five years of an equivalent type of professional financial institution industry experience. Relevant industry experience varies by position and may include: financial institution commercial credit analysis/underwriting, commercial lending, loan review, audit, compliance, and risk management; or insurance accounting, internal/external audit, actuarial and risk management; as well as oversight of such functions.
Additional Requirements and Information
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Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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FIEXM - Do you possess one of the following?Possession of a bachelor's degree with a business major including completion of a business core curriculum consisting of one course each in finance, law, and management, one course in either marketing or economics, and 6 semester (9 term) credits in accounting. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts;ORa bachelor's degree or higher in any major and at least two to five years of an equivalent type of post-degree professional financial institution industry experience (see job specification for examples of relevant industry experience). If so please attach a copy of your official college transcripts;ORa bachelor's degree or higher in any major and at least one to three years of post-degree professional experience as a financial institution examiner or specialist for a federal financial regulatory agency, FDIC, a Federal Reserve Bank, NCUA, Comptroller of the Currency, other federal or out-of-state financial or insurance regulatory agencies. If so please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.

• Yes
• No

02


FIEXM - Please select your level of experience.

• One to two years of post-degree professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institutions Examiner 9.
• Two to three years of post-degree professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner 10.
• At least three years of post-degree professional experience evaluating and determining safe and sound operating practices through examinations, visitations or investigations of state chartered depository or state licensed non-depository financial institutions or financial examinations of state licensed insurance companies in accordance with state and federal statutes equivalent to a Financial Institution Examiner P11.
• None of the above.

03


Please select your level of experience working with financial institutions, regulatory supervision, and examinations:

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• More than 3 years

04


Please describe your experience working in these areas.
05


This position requires travel, including some overnight and out-of-state travel. Are you able to accommodate this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you have a valid Michigan driver's license?

• Yes
• No

07


This position may require you to have an official workstation (i.e., home) established within the geographic region of the work area (Southeast Michigan). Are you able to relocate to accommodate this requirement if necessary?

• Yes
• No

08


From the following computer applications, please select those that you have experience using.

• Email and/or internet
• PowerPoint
• SIGMA
• Report Writing Software
• Excel
• Word
• None

09


DIFS requires three professional references, including current and previous supervisors. Other acceptable professional references include college professors, coaches, volunteer organization leaders, clients, and advisors. Have you listed these references in your application? If not, please do so. Coworkers, relatives, and friends will not be contacted as references.

• Yes
• No

10


If hired, when is the earliest you can begin working with us?
11


Have you attached a cover letter, resume, and copies of official college transcripts?

• Yes
• No

Required Question