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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 09/08/22

Applications Due10/07/22

Vacancy ID112121

AgencyFinancial Services, Department of

TitleExecutive Deputy Superintendent of Climate Division

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $158124 to $195836 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address One State Street

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10004

Minimum Qualifications Appointment method:

This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Duties Description The New York Department of Financial Services seeks to build an equitable, more transparent and resilient financial system that benefits New Yorkers and supports business. Through engagement, data-driven regulation, and operational excellence, DFS is responsible for empowering consumers and protecting them from financial harm; ensuring the health and stability of the financial entities we regulate; and driving economic growth through responsible innovation.
DFS has established itself as a national leader in climate-related financial supervision. It is the first U.S. financial regulator to establish expectations for banks and insurers on managing the financial risks from climate change and the first to issue detailed guidance for insurers on managing climate risks and opportunities.
The Climate Division was established in November 2021 to ensure that climate risks are integrated into the governance frameworks, business strategies, and risk management processes of regulated institutions. The Climate Division works with all regulated entities in collaboration with the divisions of DFS.
The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Deputy Superintendent of Climate Division. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Briefs and advises the Superintendent on a climate-related issues as it pertains to supervision, regulation, policy, and other matters impacting the financial services industry;
• Manages and hires staff at the Climate Division, ensuring opportunities for career development and growth of team members;
• Closely coordinates with other divisions at DFS to expand the climate-related supervision program for DFS-regulated insurance companies, banking and mortgage institutions, and pension funds;
• Closely coordinates with other divisions at DFS to develop and execute a program to support climate resilience in New York and beyond, with focus on low- and moderate-income communities;
• Closely coordinates with other divisions at DFS to develop and execute a program to support the growth of sustainable finance in New York and beyond;
• Coordinates climate-related financial guidance, regulation, and supervision with other state, federal, and international regulators;
• Active contributor to key domestic and international initiatives through organizations such as the Conference of State Banking Supervisors, National Association of Insurance Commissioners, and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors;
• Represents DFS at public events and networks; and
• Other Duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant work experience in the insurance, banking, or other financial services industries.
• At least 5 years of climate or sustainable finance-related experience.
• Demonstrated thought leadership in the field of climate-related supervision or risk management.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing complex programs or policies that require multiple stakeholders’ input.
• Brings an innovative and strategic approach to a new or developing subject area.
• Demonstrated ability to manage human capital and other resources to support short and long-term priorities.
• Superior written and oral communication skills, and strong analytical skills.

Additional Comments Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $3,026 annual downstate adjustment.

Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment’s Office and Division of Budget approval.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Melissa Dover

Telephone

Fax (518) 402-5071

Email Address NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov

Address

Street One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12257

 

Notes on ApplyingTo Apply: Interested qualified candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest no later than October 7, 2022 to the email address listed below. Please include Box# (Box EDSC-CA-09159) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. Email submissions are preferred.

Melissa Dover
Box EDSC-CA-09159
New York State Department of Financial Services
Office of Human Resources Management
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 301
Albany, NY 12257
Email: NCE.Notifications@dfs.ny.gov
Fax: (518) 402-5071

All candidates that apply may not be scheduled for an interview


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