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Discover exciting and fulfilling careers managing the safety and soundness of financial institutions as part of a coalition of longstanding, well-known federal organizations. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

What do financial institution examiners do?
What do examiners do?

As a financial institution examiner, you'll make sure financial institutions are playing by the rules—keeping our financial system secure and trustworthy. You'll dig into everything from a financial institution's financial statements to its ethical practices.

After you complete reviewing a financial institution, you'll have the authority to make impactful recommendations to its leadership. It's a role that brings both challenge and change, requiring you to stay up-to-date on evolving regulations, while quickly building lifelong experience in the financial sector.

Get ready for a dynamic career that puts you at the forefront of safeguarding America's financial future.

Why work in government?
Why work in government?

Choosing a career as a financial institution examiner in government service offers you the unique opportunity to make a substantial impact on the financial stability and integrity of our nation's financial system. Working for the government provides you with the tools and mandate to protect consumers and hold financial institutions accountable to those they serve.

Here, you're not just crunching numbers, you're upholding values that safeguard our society. Plus, you'll enjoy unparalleled job stability, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits, including opportunities for continuing education and career advancement.

It's more than a job—it's a calling with a purpose.

About our agencies

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Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

The FRB monitors and assesses how well banks manage and control their risks as well as the strength of their financial and managerial resources.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is a 21st century agency that implements and enforces Federal consumer financial law and ensures that markets for consumer financial products are fair, transparent, and competitive.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

The FDIC determines if financial institutions follow safe-and-sound banking practices; implement effective internal policies and procedures; and comply with consumer protection, anti-discrimination, and community reinvestment laws and regulations.

National Credit Union Administration

Created by the U.S. Congress in 1970, the National Credit Union Administration is an independent federal agency that insures deposits at federally insured credit unions, protects the members who own credit unions, and charters and regulates federal credit unions.

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

The OCC ensures that national banks and federal savings associations operate in a safe and sound manner, provide fair access to financial services, treat customers fairly, and comply with applicable laws and regulations.

State Financial Institution Regulators

The state financial institution regulatory authorities ensure safety and soundness and consumer protection; promote economic growth; and foster innovative, responsive supervision.