Regulatory Enforcement Leader

6 days ago


Tumwater, Washington, United States WA State Dept of Financial Institutions Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regulatory Enforcement Leader to join our team at the WA State Dept of Financial Institutions. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing all enforcement activities, including taking administrative action against licensed and unlicensed entities and people, overseeing the consumer complaint process, and supervising a team of attorneys and non-attorneys.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise a represented staff in the Enforcement Unit, which includes attorneys and non-attorneys.
  • Plan, lead, organize, and control the work performed by the enforcement unit.
  • Assure appropriate and optimum use of the unit's resources and enhance the effectiveness of employees through timely appraisals and professional development opportunities.
  • Budget for the unit and share responsibility for the Division in business planning.
  • Direct all investigations including complaints process for purposes of developing administrative, civil and criminal cases.
  • Conduct technical final reviews of unit reports, charges, orders, investigative reports and other unit generated work assignments for quality standards, acceptability, accuracy, timeliness and legal ramifications.
  • Administer the investigation caseload, including the coordination, planning and assignment of investigations to legal examiners.
  • Coordinate and direct joint investigations with other Department Divisions and other state or federal agencies.
  • Monitor all enforcement activity and makes recommendations to the Division Director on appropriate enforcement activity.
  • Handle testimony of complex issues and issues of political or public sensitivity.
  • Testify in administrative proceedings, civil actions, criminal trials, and Agency hearings.
Requirements:
  • A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree, and good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
  • Experience in financial regulation and compliance is required.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.
  • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks is crucial.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing budgets is desirable.
Benefits:
  • A competitive salary of $145,000 per year.
  • Medical, dental, retirement, and generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Healthy work-life balance.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion where every person is recognized and valued.
  • Telecommuting up to three days per week and flexible work hours.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities, including DFI's in-house CLE program and other training that ensures employees are successful.
About Our Agency:

The WA State Dept of Financial Institutions' mission is to protect consumers and advance the financial health of Washington State by providing fair regulation of financial services and educating consumers to make informed financial decisions. We are committed to creating a stronger economic future and secure financial environment for Washington's consumers and businesses alike.



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